Australian National University Hiring for Head of Alumni Programs Job at Canberra Full Time

Salary Package: $115,689 – $121,216 plus 17% superannuation

Terms: Full time, Continuing

• Are you a collaborative and adaptable leader, who can inspire your team to deliver excellent results in a busy, complex environment?
• Are you a relationships-centred professional, passionate about people and their stories?
• Do you have an eye for smart, strategic communications and relationship management?
• Do you want to help alumni give back to the University through meaningful engagement and connections?

The role

Reporting to the Director of Alumni Relations, the Head of Alumni Programs performs a critical role within ANU Advancement, and is responsible for the development and implementation of the Advancement office’s strategies for alumni relations, including a program of engagement activities, events, volunteering and communications.

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that alumni strategies are in line and coordinated with University’s overarching Advancement strategy. The role will manage a team of Advancement professionals responsible for delivering a strategic and coordinated program of events and communications, focusing on maximising engagement with alumni and their connections back to the University.

The Alumni Relations team is core to the success of ANU Advancement, and the incumbent is expected to manage the team to ensure consistent high-quality delivery of all its programs. High-level relationship development and interpersonal skills, staff and volunteer management skills, the ability to prioritise tasks and to influence colleagues and stakeholders are critical to the effective delivery of this role. The role requires high levels of diplomacy, a high level of attention to detail, and a sound understanding of IT and other systems that support the management of stakeholder engagement programs, such as the alumni database and event management systems.

For further information please contact Zeba Salman E: [email protected]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities.

Applicant information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form
• Other documents if required

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful application must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.