Associate Director of Constituent Engagement

Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) supports Johns Hopkins focus on research, teaching and patient care, and its role as a national and global leader in higher education. We create and foster enduring relationships that result in advocacy and philanthropic support for Johns Hopkins University & Medicinestrengthening the institution through partnerships with donors, alumni, volunteer leaders, faculty, students, staff, and patients.

Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) is seeking an experienced professional to serve as Associate Director for Constituent Engagement, Alumni Relations, in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. This position will be responsible for planning, developing and implementing programs, activities, and communication efforts aimed at growing our alumni and supporter base, building alumni support, and enhancing alumni and supporter involvement and participation. Working under the supervision of the Director of Constituent Engagement, the person serving in this position will help manage, implement and direct all aspects of the external alumni relations programming and communications to deepen alumni engagement and support the efforts of the development officers.

Alumni Relations (60%):

Under the direction of the Director of Constituent Engagement, this Associate Director will be responsible for planning, development and execution of SAIS alumni programs and initiatives. More specifically, this person will:

• Manage all regional, international and affinity-based alumni groups by providing support in planning, promoting and implementing a variety of events and strategic alumni relations programs.
• Manage and update guidelines, roles and responsibilities, and training for programming for volunteer leaders.
  
• Create opportunities for meaningful engagement of alumni with current students, and develop programming to engage alumni through volunteer efforts with the SAIS Admissions, Student Services and Global Careers offices.
  
• Identify and implement assessment tools to measure and track alumni and donor engagement with the goal to increase participation
  
• Assist in updating alumni and donor contact information in the JHU database.
  
• Analyze and research alumni data in support of alumni engagement strategies.
  

Events and Communications (40%):

• In coordination with SAIS Events team and SAIS DAR team, manage the planning of on-campus signature and off-campus SAIS-led alumni events.
• Working closely with SAIS DAR colleagues, manage the development, writing, design, and distribution of alumni communications, including but not limited to, email, social media, newsletters, solicitations, and other emerging modes of communication.
  
• Manage the SAIS alumni email accounts and respond to inquiries by alumni, internal stakeholders, and advancement colleagues, and assists when possible and appropriate.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Three years related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A proven and energetic relationship builder with experience working with experience in effectively managing volunteer groups,
• executing programming and special events.
• Communications experience, including familiarity with a variety of communication tools such as newsletters, email communications or social media.
• Ability to function efficiently and as a self-starter in a complex organizational environment demanding high energy, discretion, patience, enthusiasm, and creativity.
• Knowledge of event logistics planning and creating and monitoring event budgets a plus. Flexibility to attend evening and/or weekend events and to travel on an as needed basis.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and prioritize workload. Must be detail-oriented and able to complete projects while adhering to aggressive deadlines.
• Strong verbal/written communication and proofreading skills.
• Must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences and in a team setting.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

All applicants are expected to uphold the university's core values which include diversity and inclusion. All staff treats people with dignity and respect by being fair and consistent. We demonstrate an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their race, gender, age, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status or other characteristics. We show respect for the beliefs and traditions of others; encourage and promote practices that support cultural diversity; and discourage behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.

Classified Title: Alumni Relations Officer
Working Title: Associate Director of Constituent Engagement
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD
Starting Salary Range: Min: $61,070 - Midpoint: $83,900 - Maximum: $106,710
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: JH at SAIS - Washington DC
Department name: 10000937-Development and Alumni Affairs
Personnel area: SAIS

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate’s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

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The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

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