Alumni Affairs Director jobs in Mississippi

Under the direction of the Director of Alumni Engagement for duties relative to William Carey University’s annual fund and operations of the Alumni Relations office.

Duties and Responsibilities

This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions and exclude functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.

• Assist in implementing William Carey University’s Statement of Purpose.
• Collaborate with alumni director to produce the Carey Magazine.
• Collaborate with alumni director to identify and cultivate alumni donor prospects.
• Manage the University’s Annual Fund Campaign
  • Recruit and train student callers for annual fund campaign.
  • Manage student callers’ work schedules and compensations.
  • Maintain nightly call results for all contacted alumni.
  • Prepare and send annual fund mail-outs.
  • Act as a contact for constituents interested in charitable giving opportunities during annual fund calling.
  • Assist the alumni director with updating alumni records during annual fund calling.
  • Send pledge cards and reminders to alumni when necessary.
• Assist with state and national Baptist conventions.
• Assist with alumni events as needed, including collaboration with alumni team for homecoming.
• Assist with strategic planning for the Alumni Office.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Proficiency in Excel
• Public speaking skills
• Proficiency in Fundraising Software
• Excellent writing and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Raiser’s Edge software
• Event planning experience

Physical Demands

• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting, and to use standard office equipment including a computer and 10-key calculator.
• Must have vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Must have the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have strength and agility to move files, paper boxes, and minor office equipment.
• Must have ability to lift and carry 25 pounds.
• Must be able to maintain office hours and perform duties in an on-campus setting.