Alumni Engagement Specialist

2 months ago


Kitchener, Ontario, Canada University of Waterloo Full time
Alumni Experience Officer

About the Role

The Alumni Experience Officer is a key member of the University of Waterloo's Advancement team, responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with alumni and donors to advance the university's mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to engage alumni and donors, including identifying and cultivating new prospects, and stewarding existing relationships.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the university to leverage existing activities and programs to engage local and international alumni communities.
  • Work closely with the Alumni and Donor Experience Officer to move prospects between the alumni and donor pipelines, ensuring growth in engagement and movement into gift conversations.
  • Support the management of complex volunteer-led programming, generating engagement opportunities and leads for the engagement team.
  • Serve as a major communication liaison and lead generator for Waterloo's academic faculties, Affiliated and Federated Institutions of Waterloo (AFIW), and Academic Support Units (ASU).

Qualifications

  • University degree or equivalent education and experience required.
  • Two+ years of proven alumni engagement, fundraising, and/or developing meaningful partnerships with proven results, high volume prospect activity, and best-in-class interpersonal relationships.
  • Understanding of the university and advancement environments.
  • Proven experience in project management with a demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous projects under tight deadlines preferred.
  • Proven experience working within a campus environment and specifically with university alumni.
  • Proven experience working in a complex fast-paced environment preferably in the post-secondary sector.

What We Offer

The University of Waterloo offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our values.



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