The Alumni Affairs Manager at Ajman University is responsible for all alumni activities and relations with AU alumni. Moreover, he is in charge of developing and managing engagement programs focused on increasing the depth of the relationships with AU alumni. The job was announced by the university on January 27, 2024. Candidate desirous for the role should submit their application now.

Responsibilities of Alumni Affairs Manager

• Responsible for developing and implementing the University’s Alumni Office strategy.
• Determine the strategic direction of the Alumni affairs team and lead, motivate, and support them to maintain the quality of the team’s output, ensuring the achievement of the University’s and Department’s objectives.
•  Manage volunteers to work with alumni groups including Alumni Council and International Chapters by supporting the President of the Alumni Council in organizing their meetings and directing them to achieve the council’s purpose and mission.
• Oversee the database and online networking portal in conjunction with the senior officer.
• Responsible for developing the Alumni affairs budget and tailoring the Alumni Relations program to the available resources and monitoring expenses against that budget.
• Oversee liaison between the Alumni affairs team members and others in the University to ensure that there is effective communication with colleagues on matters relating to alumni events, University publications, and web and email communication.
• Develop strong alumni relationships and other networks to support and develop strategies for alumni office activity.
• Lead and manage the staff including the student trainee.
• Represent the university in significant alumni office events.

Supervision

• Reports to: Executive Director Office of Development and Alumni Affairs.

Delegation of Work

• The Manager should provide his subordinates with some delegation in order to give them a   space to be creative and responsible.
• Moreover, delegation expedites the workflow of the office, and overall the university

Supervision Given

• Subordinates: Senior Officer & Student trainee.

Job Requirements of Alumni Affairs Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Business management, or related field with minimum experience of 7 years of which 2 years are in a managerial position.
• Significant experience in alumni affairs, public relations, or similar roles.
• Experience in devising a strategic plan and leading a team & volunteers to implement it across the university.
• Management experience, including leadership skills to inspire a team, support and develop individuals.
• Budgetary management experience.
• Experience in delivering high quality events.
• Knowledge and experience in the Higher Education sector is an advantage.

Skills & Knowledge Desired of Alumni Affairs Manager

• Professional communication skills, both oral and written, combined with confident interpersonal skills & presence.
• A flexible team orientated attitude along with the willingness to travel Internationally.

Working Conditions of Alumni Affairs Manager

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited physical effort is required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

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