Director of Association and Networks

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4-year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience: Requires a minimum of five (5) years of directly job-related experience.

Certification/Licensing: None.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and delivery of programs that engage alumni through affiliated networks and associations.
• Collaborate with Alumni Relations, Division and University colleagues to plan, promote, and execute programs and events that build alumni connection and participation.
• Cultivate and support alumni volunteers and affinity network leaders, providing guidance, communication, and tools for effective engagement.
• Assist in developing communications, storytelling, and outreach materials that promote affinity network activities and highlight alumni engagement and impact.
• Contribute to event logistics, vendor coordination, budgeting, and post-event reporting.
• Maintain accurate records of alumni and volunteer engagement, participation data, and event outcomes, while tracking metrics, collecting feedback, and collaborating with campus partners to assess program effectiveness and ensure alignment with broader university and alumni relations goals.
• Represent, support, and/or participate in other events and programming as needed.

Experience and Skills

• Knowledge of alumni engagement, volunteer management, and event planning best practices.
• Strong relationship building skills and ability to collaborate effectively with alumni, volunteers, and partners from various backgrounds.
• Demonstrated skill in planning and delivering engaging programs and events that foster community and belonging.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management abilities with attention to detail and follow through.

Additional Job Posting Information

• Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
• Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

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