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Stanford University Assistant Director, Alumni Communities & Engagement in Stanford, California
Assistant Director, Alumni Communities & Engagement
Graduate School of Business, Stanford, California, United States
Alumni Relations
Post Date Jun 04, 2024
Requisition # 103502
Stanford'sGraduate School of Business(GSB) has built a global reputation based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We provide students a transformative leadership experience, pushing the boundaries of knowledge with faculty research, and offering a portfolio of entrepreneurial and non-degree programs that deliver global impact like no other. We are committed to advancingdiversity, equity, and inclusionin service of our mission of developing innovative, principled, and insightful leaders who change lives, change organizations, and change the world. We invite you to be part of this mission.
The Alumni Communities and Engagement team within Alumni Relations at the Stanford Graduate School of Business seeks a fixed-term Assistant Director, Alumni Relations, for a two-year role. The Assistant Director will work with alumni volunteers, staff, faculty, and students to execute a robust set of programs focused on increasing engagement of alumni with the school and with each other through regional, identity, and equity-focused chapters and groups.
Your primary responsibilities include*:
Participate in strategic and long-term planning for the Alumni Communities and Engagement team.
Ensure the regional, global, and cultural diversity of our alumni communities are embedded in our practices and then reviewed and implemented across all programs and activities.
Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers and volunteer-led projects.
Manage project teams consisting of staff and/or volunteers on programs that may affect a wide audience.
Develop robust alumni volunteer leadership pipelines, documenting structures created by chapters and groups.
Create systems and processes that streamline the support we provide to alumni volunteers and measure engagement and satisfaction of all alumni programming, driven by alumni volunteers or led by staff.
Market, plan, and/or manage alumni programs, educational opportunities, and/or other alumni initiatives.
Partner with staff, faculty, and students on programs to strengthen the connection between alumni and the school.
Design, maintain, and evaluate community-building activities that leverage Stanford Alumni Groups and other informal communication channels used by alumni.
Negotiate high-level contracts with vendors and contractors, in the United States and abroad, overseeing the quality of delivered products and services in adherence with Stanford University policies.
Work within External Relations and across the GSB to document and coordinate regional activities and measure the engagement these activities create.
Represent the organization to internal and external groups regarding business and program activities.
You will be available to work occasional nights and weekends as required.
Be flexible in completing any other additional assigned duties.
In this role, you will also have the opportunity to:
Equip our alumni with the practical insights, tools, and confidence to create, influence, and lead diverse and inclusive chapters and groups.
Participate in strategic planning and serve as a representative of the organization.
Market, plan, and/or manage alumni programs, educational opportunities, and/or other alumni initiatives.
Encourage our alumni to engage with the school in support of its mission.
Support our alumni by co-creating or developing programs that facilitate learning, career advancement, professional networking, and social engagement with other alumni and students in their regions and through virtual programming.
Create tools that will be used by alumni volunteers around the world that helps them organize, execute, and evaluate programs and activities in their communities.
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, an appreciation of world affairs and culture, and volunteer development and oversight.
Strong interpersonal, team, and leadership skills; tact and flexibility in working with diverse populations.
Ability to juggle a vast quantity of incoming information, interruptions, and inquiries with a high level of professionalism and tolerance for ambiguity.
Proven decision-making skills, including understanding and solving complex questions using quantitative and qualitative data.
In addition, preferred requirements include:
Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
Computer proficiency and the desire to learn new systems.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to represent the GSB professionally, both internally and externally.
The expected pay range for this position is $83,000 to $100,000 per year.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
How to Apply
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Why Stanford is for You
Stanford’s dedicated 16,000 staff come from diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generousperksalign with what matters to you:
Freedom to grow . Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
A caring culture . We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
A healthier you . We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
Discovery and fun . Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources . We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!
We pride ourselves in being a culturethat encourages and empowers you.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources atstanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit acontact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 3482
Employee Status: Fixed-Term
Grade: H
Requisition ID: 103502
Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible