Director of Alumni Relations - School of Medicine
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Director of Alumni Relations for the School of MedicineOffice of AdvancementLocation: New Orleans, LASummaryThe Director of Alumni Relations for the School of Medicine is a professional position which works with the school's Dean and the Vice President for Advancement, Campaigns and Administration to implement a strategic and comprehensive alumni relations program aligned with the school's strategic plan. This position develops strategies to identify, involve and engage medical school alumni, students, residents, parents, and donors. The Director designs and coordinates school of medicine programs and events, including organizing reunion class parties for each class, recruiting volunteers, and working with School of Medicine annual and major giving teams to raise gifts by reunion classes. The position staffs the Tulane Medical School Alumni Association (TMAA) Board of Directors and manages the collection and expenditure of annual alumni association dues. This position is expected to build strong internal relationships with colleagues in Advancement, Alumni Relations, and with students, faculty, and staff throughout the school, gathering extensive knowledge about the school, and expected to stay current on industry best practices in alumni engagement. With this knowledge and in coordination with these teams, the Director will strengthen and encourage sustainable, lifelong relationships between the medical school and its constituents. Collaborating with frontline officers, this position excels when philanthropy is considered in conjunction with alumni relations activities. The Director will work to primarily qualify, cultivate, and steward a customized portfolio of alumni to help develop the philanthropic pipeline for annual and major gifts. S/he/they will discuss philanthropy and solicit new or increased annual fund gifts from those in their portfolio as appropriate. The position supervises two positions. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities•Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to interact professionally, courteously, and effectively with individuals of diverse groups at all levels.•Demonstrated experience with soliciting and marketing funding and sponsorship opportunities.•Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Access for Windows; excellent computer skills•Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks, prioritize projects, and make decisions with minimum supervision.•Ability to travel, and to work events on evenings and weekends. Required Education and/or Experience•Bachelor's Degree and 5 years' experience as an alumni relations professional. Transferrable experience includes external affairs, admissions, public relations, marketing, or related field may be considered. OR•High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years' directly related experience. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered. Preferred Qualifications•Experience in fundraising, large event planning, and board management.•Familiarity with academic medical school setting.•Graduate Degree.Compensation InformationTulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.This position will close on the date it is filledPlease Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane's Strategy for Tomorrow.Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity by phone at 504-###-#### or email ...@tulane.edu.