Strategic Initiatives Lead, Programs & Alumni Outreach

The California State University; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento State is seeking a Strategic Initiative Specialist to lead administrative coordinators at the Center for California Studies and support the Capital Fellows Programs. You will manage projects, alumni engagement, databases, website duties, and fundraising activities.

The role requires data analysis, strong communication, and the ability to work across university partnerships to advance policy research and public service initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and managing alumni communications.
• Strong verbal and written communication across platforms.
• Expertise in data analysis, surveys, and data management.
• Ability to plan and organize with multiple demands.
• Teamwork with self-management and collaboration.
• Ability to train others and provide lead direction.
• Proficiency in Excel, Access, MailChimp, Outlook, Cascade.
• Ability to align programs with diversity and equity goals.
• Experience with social media, websites and event outreach.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead administrative coordinators at the Center for California Studies.
• Provide analytical and systems support to the Capital Fellows Programs.
• Manage projects related to the Center’s programs, events, alumni engagement, database, website, and fundraising.
• Assist with editing and publication of the California Journal of Politics and Policy.

Skills

Communication management

Verbal & written comm

Data analysis

Initiative & planning

Teamwork & collaboration

Training & leadership

MS Office

Diversity & equity goals

Communications & outreach

Inclusive environment

Tools

MailChimp

Cascade

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

Sacramento State is seeking a Strategic Initiative Specialist to lead administrative coordinators at the Center for California Studies and support the Capital Fellows Programs. You will manage projects, alumni engagement, databases, website duties, and fundraising activities.

The role requires data analysis, strong communication, and the ability to work across university partnerships to advance policy research and public service initiatives.