Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Job title: alumni engagement, communication and event specialist
Status: full-time, exempt
Schedule: m-f, 8.30a.m– 4.30p.m cst (37.5 hrs/week) including occasional evening work and/or event travel.
Reports to: assistant director of advancement
Direct reports: none
Start date: asap
Location: chicago, il (potentially remote)
About us:
Everything we do is about the ies abroad studentOur profoundly passionate team of study abroad professionals believes in creating once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures that transcend expectations.
From our headquarters in chicago to our 400+ study abroad programs in 85 global locations worldwide, we create authentic global education and life-affirming cultural experiencesWe work at ies abroad because we believe that every student should have the opportunity to go abroad - especially in a fun, safe, and superior academic and cultural environment.
We believe so strongly in the power of our program, that we actively recruit students from diverse populations and provide millions in scholarships and aid year after yearWe are proud that our students are as diverse and exciting as the countries we study.
We`re not ashamed to admit, we`re a little bit obsessed with study abroad.
Summary of position:
The alumni engagement, communication & event specialist`s primary responsibilities are social media communications and support of virtual and in person event logistics to achieve alumni engagement strategies under the direction of the assistant director of advancement.
Essential job responsibilities & duties:
Under the direction of the assistant director of advancement, develop and oversee social media engagement communications and advancement website pages.
Responsible for timely and relevant posts and engagement strategies across facebook, linkedin, instagram and youtube alumni accounts.
Coordinate and host virtual alumni reunions and oversee coordination for in person alumni reunion and networking events, including event timelines, communications, registration, to ensure successful execution of event details.
Identify young alumni social media ambassadors and influencers through social media communications and virtual alumni class reunions.
Record all significant alumni interactions and biographical updates in the databaseProficient use of database and timely, robust contact reports are essential.
Regularly attend organization-sponsored events and support the alumni engagement programTravel may be required.
Experience & qualifications/skills:
Experience in alumni relations, event coordination, volunteer relations, or related field
Experience with raisers edge, microsoft office, facebook, linkedin, instagram, zoom and flickr a plus
Ability to function independently and be self-motivated, but work well with a team
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to produce professional, compelling communications tailored to audience
Have an appreciation for education and study abroad.
Education, licenses and/or certifications:
Associate degree or equivalent required, bachelor`s degree preferred
Apply Now:
All applicants should submit an application including cover letter, resume, and salary requirementsPlease visit www.iesabroad.org/jobs for more information about working at ies abroad.
Equal opportunity employment:
Ies abroad is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidatesWe strive to treat people with respect; fully utilizing employee`s abilities and promoting workforce diversity.
We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), disability, age, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or genetic information or veteran status and/or any other status protected by applicable laws.
