About the company
ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors. They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now. Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world. Our mission is not going unnoticed. CNN described ALU — which has campuses in Mauritius and Rwanda — as “The Harvard of Africa;” Fast Company ranked ALU one of the 50 most innovative organizations in the world and the most innovative endeavor in Africa; and The New York Times recognized ALU as one of the eight places in the world “where history is being made.” Join us.
Job Summary
RESPONSIBILITIES
📍Alumni Engagement 📍Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive alumni engagement plan. 📍Establish and maintain regular communication channels with alumni, including newsletters, emails, and social media platforms. 📍Organize events, webinars, and networking opportunities to facilitate connections between alumni, students, faculty, and staff. 📍Collect and update alumni information and utilize the alumni database to track engagement and measure impact. 📍Volunteer Management 📍Recruit, train, and manage alumni volunteers to support university initiatives. 📍Coordinate alumni involvement in mentoring programs, guest lecture series, and career development opportunities. 📍Collaborate with other departments to identify and leverage alumni resources and talents to benefit current students. 📍Fundraising and Development 📍Assist in developing fundraising strategies to secure financial support from alumni. 📍Alumni Relations Research and Reporting 📍Conduct research and analysis to assess the impact of alumni engagement activities and identify improvement opportunities. 📍Prepare regular reports on alumni engagement metrics, including participation rates, financial contributions, and employment outcomes. 📍Collaboration and Coordination 📍Collaborate closely with other university departments to align alumni engagement efforts with broader organizational goals. 📍Coordinate with regional and international alumni ambassadors to ensure consistent engagement across different regions. 📍Liaise with students, faculty, and staff to identify opportunities for alumni involvement in university events and initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS
📍Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Communications, Public Relations). 📍At least 2-4 years of experience in alumni relations, fundraising, or related fields. 📍Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholder groups. 📍Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 📍Strong project management and organizational skills. 📍Proficient in using various communication tools and technologies. 📍Familiarity with alumni databases and salesforce is preferred. 📍Knowledge of the higher education sector and 📍African alumni networks is advantageous. 📍Fluency in English (spoken & written) is required; proficiency in French is a plus
