About Us
The Student Life Office at the School of Computing is dedicated to creating a vibrant and supportive environment for our students. Committed to enriching the student experience, we foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere by integrating diverse student communities and promoting holistic development through active engagement with student groups and activities. We provide essential wellness and wellbeing support, pastoral care, and cultivate strong alumni relations while spearheading development and fundraising efforts for the school.
We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual to join our team as a Senior Executive in Alumni and Donor Relations.
Job Description
- Alumni Engagement: Reconnect with alumni and identify opportunities for them to give back to the school through their time, treasure, and talent.
- Recognition and Mentorship: Identify distinguished alumni for recognition and work towards establishing mentorship schemes between senior and junior alumni, as well as alumni and current students.
- Donor Relations: Identify potential donors from the alumni pool and cultivate relationships to support the school’s development initiatives.
- Event Planning: Plan and execute regular alumni initiatives, ensuring consistent communication and updates through various channels.
- Administrative Support: Manage the administrative aspects of the role, including database management, correspondence, and reporting.
- Collaborative Work: Engage with other areas of the Student Life Office’s work, contributing to its diverse initiatives.
- Communication Tools: Develop and design EDMs or alumni newsletters, enhancing communication with our alumni community.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree: At least 2 years’ experience in alumni relations (either professionally or as a student leader). Degrees in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, Event Management, or related fields are advantageous.
- Excellent Command of English: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain strong connections with alumni and donors, understanding their motivations and interests.
- Team Player: Cooperative and supportive in a team setting, yet able to work independently and manage personal tasks effectively.
- Demonstrated Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy and precision in outward-facing activities and meticulous administrative tasks, utilizing Microsoft Office—including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint—to manage all aspects of work efficiently.
- Proficiency in Social Media: Skilled in using social media platforms to drive engagement and conversion.
- Versatility: Willingness to be involved in varied aspects of student life initiatives.
- Initiative and Proactivity: Ability to take initiative and act proactively in driving alumni and donor engagement.
- Preferably with Experience in marketing communication and event management, along with the ability to design EDMs, will be considered advantageous.
- Employment type: An initial 2 years' contract will be offered, subject to renewal
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: School of Computing
Department : Dean's Office (School of Computing)
Employee Referral Eligible: Yes
Job requisition ID : 27102