University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.
The Assistant Director, Volunteer Engagement is responsible for supporting a strategy to engage alumni volunteers throughout the NYU network and is involved in all aspects of the volunteer lifecycle including but not limited to identification, recruitment, onboarding and training, stewardship, and offboarding. Lead alumni volunteers in the ideation and execution of events and activities with the goal of engaging NYU alumni, donors and prospects in the cultural, intellectual, and academic life of NYU. Provide support and strategic leadership for regional clubs and affinity clubs for both alumni identity and career networks. Collaborate with the NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development to develop and execute a strategy focused on enhancing alumni networking, mentorship, and career opportunities. Support special events including but not limited to alumni conferences and Presidential receptions. This position requires travel.
UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education:
Master's Degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or related area
Required Experience:
5+ years experience in higher education, non-profit, or development environment or equivalent combination of experience and education
Preferred Experience:
Experience in alumni relations, volunteer engagement, and events planning and management
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized and creative
Strong experience with alumni relations, volunteer engagement, event planning, logistics, and management
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to professionally interact with all levels of students, staff, faculty, and alumni
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
Familiarity with presentation software and desktop publishing applications
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Proficiency with MS Office and Powerpoint
Exposure to fundraising software, such as Advance
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $70,000.00 to USD $90,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
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