Employment Opportunities

The Director of Alumni Volunteer Engagement serves on the Alumni Relations leadership team and provides oversight and management of special and signature events for the UF Alumni Association. Reporting to the Executive Director of Alumni Relations/Interim Executive Director of the UF Alumni Association, the director will provide leadership and strategic direction annually for the Association's regional volunteer network, to include alumni Gator Clubs® and Affiliate Groups. They will execute strategies and tactics to expand the level of engagement to the entire Gator Nation and inspire our volunteer groups to support the University’s initiatives and expand the brand of the University of Florida and University of Florida Alumni Association. 
 
Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience in alumni affairs or related field; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of appropriate experience in alumni affairs or related field.
 
Preferred qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will possess:
• Five to seven years of relevant experience preferred.
• A history of successful higher education program leadership in alumni relations, development, volunteer management or marketing/communications is strongly preferred.
• Experience with event planning, and with community management and/or customer service.
• A proven track record with project management, and preferably with vendor management.
• Detail-oriented and the ability to communicate well verbally and in written form and able to build relationships effectively with a diverse community of alumni and a variety of campus partners.
• Experience in data analysis and reporting: data query, segmentation, statistical analysis, writing/presentation of findings, communication of results; proficient in Microsoft Office products, including the creative visual display of information; proficiency with databases, integration of data across sources, and analytical software packages.
• Must have interpersonal skills; and the ability to work collegially and interact effectively with a broad constituency.
• Public speaking experience is preferred.
• Proven success working with stakeholders; organizational skills; and the ability to lead, influence and motivate others are required.
• Accuracy, a customer service-oriented attitude; and the ability to work in a complex organization are necessary for success in this position. 
• The ability and willingness to travel are necessary.  A valid driver license and good driving record are essential.*  

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The Assistant Director of Annual Giving & Engagement for the Institute of Food & Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) will execute the strategies and tactics within the annual giving operating plan to create meaningful experiences for alumni and friends, with the goal of driving engagement.  Reporting to the Executive Director of Advancement, this position will oversee the IFAS annual giving program, annual appeals and administer the stewardship processes. Additionally, the Assistant Director will also support a variety targeted programs and events that build and engage alumni communities, which requires a leader with a unique blend of communications and research expertise, abilities to manage projects and relationships with UF/IFAS stakeholders, and a passion for alumni engagement.
 
Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of relevant experience.

 
Preferred qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Prior experience in a college or university setting, enthusiasm for fundraising in a comprehensive research university, and the desire to work collegially within a goal-oriented fundraising organization.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles, methods, and standards.
• Expertise in developing solicitation strategies.
• The ability to work strategically, develop and implement constituency programs and activities, along with a talent for motivating volunteers.
• Ability to work collaboratively and as a team player.
• Competency in problem solving.
• Must be an outstanding communicator and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal skills; and the ability to work collegially and interact effectively with a broad constituency.
• An appreciation for and support of a respectful and caring community for all; proven success working with stakeholders; project management skills; experience in a data-driven environment; organizational skills; and the ability to lead, influence and motivate others are required.
• Working knowledge in these areas:  Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, internet browsers, preferably Google Chrome, E-mail.  Working knowledge of a donor database, contact management and tracking system.

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