Executive Director, Alumni Outreach & Engagement
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Detroit, MI Area (Hybrid)
The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Alumni Outreach and Engagement to develop and lead a comprehensive strategy that builds meaningful, inclusive connections with alumni. The role oversees regional, identity-based, affinity, generational, and digital engagement, while integrating programs and aligning priorities, staffing, and resources with organizational goals. Responsibilities include innovating and evaluating programs, using data to measure impact and refine engagement, and building partnerships across the organization. The Executive Director also leads and develops a multifunctional team, manages budgets, and advises senior leadership and volunteer board members on strategy and outcomes. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus at least seven years of relevant experience in alumni engagement, nonprofit leadership, volunteer management, higher education advancement, community-building, or a related field. Required qualifications include experience leading change, using data to improve programs, managing staff and budgets, and building trusted relationships with diverse communities. Strong communication, project management, organizational, and relationship-building skills are essential, along with a commitment to inclusion, belonging, and responsible financial stewardship. A related master’s degree and experience with program transformation, volunteer-centered environments, and digital engagement tools are preferred.
Functions:
- Education/Academic Administration
About the Company
Premier public research university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Age
employees
1001-5000