Assistant Vice President, Alumni Engagement, Giving, and Communications

divh2Assistant Vice President, Alumni Engagement, Giving, and Communications/h2pNew Jersey Institute of Technology, one of the nations leading public polytechnic universities, invites applications for the position of Assistant Vice President of Alumni Engagement, Giving, and Communications (AVP-AEGC)./ppReporting to the Senior Vice President for University Advancement, and exercising a high degree of strategic thinking, creativity, and independence, the AVP-AEGC is responsible for integrating, managing, providing strategic direction to, and establishing short- and long-term goals for NJITs alumni engagement, annual giving, and engagement communications efforts. They will lead and oversee programs, events, services, and communication strategies that meaningfully engage alumni, volunteers, donors, students, and other external constituents with one another and with the university, and inspire them to support NJIT through increasingly generous investments of their time, talent, and treasure./ppThe AVP-AEGC must be an effective and enthusiastic leader who excels at building and sustaining strong external and internal relationships, is responsive to environmental challenges, industry trends, and university needs, and can strategically drive broad-based engagement and philanthropic efforts through new and traditional channels. The AVP-AEGC serves as a member of the University Advancement offices senior leadership team and will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with the officers and board of the NJIT Alumni Association, other volunteer leaders, the President of the university, the Deans of NJITs six colleges, University Advancement colleagues, and other constituents in articulating and implementing policy, plans, goals, and activities related to alumni engagement, annual giving, and engagement communications./ppEssential Functions:/pulliProvide leadership, management, and strategic guidance to NJITs Alumni Engagement, Annual Giving, and Engagement Communications teams./liliWork closely and collaboratively with the Director of Alumni Engagement, the Director of Annual Giving, and the Associate Director of Digital Engagement to design, implement, and maintain programs, events, and services for alumni, students, and friends that increase their engagement, both with one another and with the university, and generate positive, sustained relationships that lead to increased philanthropic investments in NJIT./liliServe as University Advancements primary liaison to the NJIT Alumni Association; provide leadership in all Alumni Association activities and overall management of volunteer recruitment, training, and stewardship of Alumni Association officers and board members; and work closely with officers and board members to expand and enhance the organizations role in engaging all alumni in the life and future of their alma mater./liliEffectively advocate for and cultivate productive, positive relationships between and among students, alumni, volunteers, donors, and other external constituents./liliFoster a culture of engagement, pride, and philanthropy among students, alumni, volunteers, donors, and other external constituents./liliOversee an effective communications and marketing strategy for alumni engagement and annual giving to ensure the efficient delivery of programs, events, and services./liliProof and edit engagement communications touchpoints on behalf of development and alumni engagement activities. Ensure that all communications, whether print or digital, are clear, impactful, grammatically correct, and adhere to university style guidelines./liliCultivate and manage a portfolio of 50 alumni prospects, strengthening their engagement and philanthropic investment in the institution./liliRemain current with industry trends, changes, and innovations in all areas of alumni engagement and annual giving; evaluate and assess existing programs and activities based upon cost, effectiveness, and outcomes; and, as appropriate, research and recommend new programs, activities, and services to engage students, alumni, volunteers, donors, and other external constituents./liliAssume overall responsibility for meeting goals, objectives, and other key performance indicators for alumni engagement, annual giving, and engagement communications./liliModel and reinforce a sophisticated, non-territorial approach to alumni-/external constituent-centric engagement and philanthropy that encourages teamwork, flexibility, and responsiveness./liliGuide and mentor University Advancement staff members on best-practice activities, strategies, programs, and priorities related to alumni engagement, annual giving, and engagement communications; build trust-based, positive, and authentic working relationships with them, follow university and industry best practices for performance management, and model desired behaviors./liliServe as an active member of the University Advancement senior leadership team./li/ulpPrerequisite Qualifications:/pulliA bachelors degree required; advanced degree preferred./liliA minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in the advancement field, preferably in a higher education setting, including a documented record of success in leading alumni engagement and/or annual giving programs./liliDemonstrated knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of constituent relations and fundraising for higher education, along with a commitment to philanthropy as a change agent for the fulfillment of institutional mission and vision./liliDemonstrated ability to relate effectively to alumni, volunteers, donors, and other external constituents as well as internal partners./liliDemonstrated ability to manage, lead, and inspire others while facilitating collaboration./liliDemonstrated ability to design, implement, and evaluate comprehensive programs for alumni engagement and/or annual giving, establishing goals and objectives that translate into annual operating plans./liliExceptional writing, speaking, interpersonal, and analytical skills./liliCandidates must also demonstrate an ability to: establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues; facilitate multiple projects, make decisions, and meet deadlines; manage and motivate volunteers effectively and efficiently; and identify problems and develop creative, timely, and efficient solutions./liliPosition involves travel as well as ability to work evenings and weekends./liliAt the universitys discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position./li/ulpBargaining Unit: Non-Aligned/ppRange/Band: 5/ppSalary Information: In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is $155,000.00-$175,000.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates 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 or other items./p/div