Assoc. Director, Regional & Affinity Strategy

Lehigh; South Africa; Hybrid; USD 55 000 - 68 000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh University seeks an Associate Director of Regional and Affinity Strategy to enhance alumni engagement through innovative programs and communications. The role involves collaborating with various teams to connect alumni and manage volunteer leadership effectively. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Tuition Remission

Generous Retirement Contributions

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related work experience.
• Experience in higher education or non-profits preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee regional-based alumni programs and volunteer leadership.
• Serve as main liaison with internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate annual trips and event logistics.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Are you a dynamic and innovative professional with a passion for building meaningful connections? Lehigh University is seeking an exceptional Associate Director of Regional and Affinity Strategy to join our Development and Alumni Relations team.

As part of the regional and affinity team within Alumni Relations, you will play a vital role in connecting our 85,000 alumni with Lehigh for a lifetime through communications, digital programs, events, and volunteer opportunities. You will collaborate closely with the alumni relations team and regional gift officers to develop engagement activities that celebrate and expand the vibrant Lehigh Alumni Network.

Position Number: S76170

This position is a Grade: 9 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $55,200-$67,180 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Accountabilities:
• Oversee the direction and activities of regional-based alumni programs including the communities and their volunteer leadership. Responsibilities include identifying, recruiting, soliciting and training volunteer leadership as well as managing, reporting and evaluating activities of the communities. Meetings with communities occur virtually.
• Serve as main liaison with internal stakeholders such as marketing, events team, and gift officers.
• Work with regional & affinity colleagues to delegate host management by region when appropriate.
• Act as primary liaison with travel agencies to identify 15-20 annual trips and coordinate any event logistics with the agency.
• Support programs housed within the Alumni Relations Team and others within DAR, to ensure successful outcomes

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three to five years of related work experience
• Experience in higher education or non-profits preferred
• Experience building social media channels and adept use of digital communication preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid analytical, decision making and problem solving skills
• Ability to complete projects on time and on budget, and report on status and progress

Join a university that values excellence, innovation, and a supportive work environment. Lehigh University offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, including tuition remission, generous retirement contributions, and a commitment to work-life balance. We are located in the vibrant Lehigh Valley region, offering a rich cultural scene, outdoor recreation opportunities, and a high quality of life. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

If you are passionate about building connections, fostering alumni engagement, and contributing to a diverse and equitable community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Help us shape the future of Lehigh University and make a lasting impact on our alumni network. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.
• The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor
• Occasional evening and weekend hours
• Occasional travel is required

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

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