The Alumni Engagement & Branding Director will assist Alumni Engagement team of developing and coordinate initiatives that build strong relationships through Meharry Medical College alumni social media platforms. Foster a culture of philanthropy and create synergies with other University events to engage alumni. We are seeking a mission- driven individual with a keen eye for details and a passion for Meharry Medical College. Maintains key partnership with the team to ensure Meharry Medical College brand, designs, and standards are utilized in a unified manner.
Daily Operations
Planning and execution of promoting alumni through Meharry Medical College alumni social media platforms
Engage and foster alumni relations through social media and digital communications
Assist with the planning for reunion weekend events
Coordinate and work with class agents of obtaining special reunion gifts
Create and executes activities for alumni affinity groups
Assist with locating lost alumni & Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills
Passion for making connections and having conversations daily with new people; driven to meet high-volume metrics with urgency and to make an impact in the overall reunion class gifts.
Knowledge of using all social media platforms
Willingness and ability to connect, engage, and directly solicit prospects for reunion class gifts
Energized through social interactions and comfortable with making direct asks of alumni and having purposeful conversations that build relationships and have an impact on goals and metrics
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to exercise good judgment in the handling of confidential information
Ability to use current computer technology, such as Windows, Excel, Word, Raiser's Edge
Travel as required
Periodic evening and weekend work may be required
Planning and implementing special events for alumni
Adept in digital communication and maintaining an interactive online presence
Strong work ethic and ability to work independently, self-motivated.
Desire and skill set to engage an alumni base from various generations, genders, and cultural backgrounds.
Comfort with last minute changes and adjustments
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree, or the equivalent, is necessary
Two year of relevant experience, or the equivalent, is necessary
