Description

• Build and strengthen relations with alumni, students, employers, donors and volunteers with the goal of raising the visibility of and engagement with the university and the KU Alumni Association.
• Develop and implement alumni relations programs and events to drive alumni engagement and build a thriving alumni network, in line with the vision and mission of Khalifa University.
• Maintain complete up-to-date database of all alumni by continuous follow up through surveys and phone call campaigns
• Plan and implement the strategy for the Alumni Association, including goal setting, initiatives and increased participation.
• Manage the Alumni platform by inviting alumni to register, posting jobs, post engaging contents, newsletters, KU Times, conduct surveys.. etc.
• Work with the Manager to execute annual strategic planning goals.
• Coordinate and produce reports, proposals, and analyses for management when required.
• Manage programming and events benefiting students and alumni (both locally and regionally);
• Oversee a student-alumni mentoring program, including supporting and planning career-preparation events.
• Develop and deploy marketing strategies to promote the mentoring programs including partnering with other campus departments that more directly serve students.
• Research ways to establish new alumni networks/alliances;
• Identify specific outreach and awareness initiatives to target different alumni segments.
• Provide and manage merchandising material, paraphernalia and other gift items for alumni events and programs along with assisting the University with their overall merchandising needs on campus to build a sense of institutional loyalty.
• Organize events, including alumni activities on or off campus and the annual alumni relations reunion.
• Provide support to the Alumni Association with the aim of engaging alumni and expanding the alumni community globally.
• Manage and implement marketing messages through various communication channels including working with media to run content;
• Oversee content and communication material to keep alumni informed and updated about the
• University and its activities, milestones and events.
• Address complex issues with relevant entitles/groups;
• Represent the University at events and meetings on and off campus;
• Oversee and manage programs to involve alumni in campus events, career mentorship opportunities for students, and student recruitment campaigns in collaboration with other offices at KU.
• Foster strong, collaborative relationships with alumni network for mentoring, internship and job placement facilitation of Khalifa University students
• Adhere to the University\'s information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate the accomplishment of tasks and responsibilities, as and when needed
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor\'s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling or related field.

Required Experience

Expats:

• A minimum 7-9 years of relevant experience.

UAE Nationals:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team ( ).

Primary Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
Job: Senior Specialist
Schedule: Regular
Shift: Standard
Job Type: Full-time

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