Alumni Coordinator - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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ALUMNI AND DEVELOPMENTCompetition No. 22.07.146CATEGORY SALARY CLOSING DATEFull-Time Continuing (35 hours per week) MSA Band E (Steps 1-8): $28.81 - $41.89 per hour This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.About UsMacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmontons diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 59 programs to more than 18,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.OpportunityAlumni are MacEwan University’s greatest legacy, and the Alumni Office is committed to supporting their continued growth, celebrating their achievements, and strengthening their connection to the University. Reporting to the Director, Alumni, you will put your marketing and communications skills to work as you develop and implement alumni engagement strategies for over 84,000 MacEwan alumni. Keeping up to speed on emerging engagement trends, you will develop relevant programming and communications intended to spark the personal and professional interests of our diverse alumni community and encourage ongoing involvement with their alma mater.After one year in the role, you will have gained a reputation among our key stakeholders for your exceptional organizational project management skills and your solution-focused attitude. You will have taken on at least one major project with the support of your team and made recommendations to improve our alumni benefits and programming offerings. You will have established a trusting relationship with your Director and other team members and be comfortable seeking guidance and coaching as challenges arise.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Planning and implementing marketing, communications and engagement strategies with key alumni audiences.
• Working as project lead for assignments that require a high degree of cross-campus collaboration and strong project management skills.
• Recognizing, celebrating, and profiling the achievements of MacEwan alumni.
• Developing and coordinating alumni communications and key messaging.
• Expanding, promoting, and evaluating value-added alumni benefits and services.
• Coordinating alumni volunteer and mentorship opportunities across campus.
• Tracking and updating alumni records and engagement activities.

SKILLSThe successful incumbent will demonstrate:

• Innovative thinking with a high level of initiative, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with the ability to identify and respond to stakeholder needs proactively.
• Experience initiating successful stakeholder engagement programs designed to grow audience participation, achieve department goals, and increase revenue.
• Strong relationship building skills with demonstrated experience initiating and maintaining connections.
• Creativity and the ability to build foundational processes and procedures to support new initiatives.
• Collaborative, solutions-focused qualities and enjoys working with internal and external partners.
• A high degree of diplomacy and mature judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s degree in marketing and communications or other relevant disciplines.
• Minimum of five years of marketing, stakeholder relations, communications, or related experience.
• Equivalences may be considered.

BENEFITSWhen you become part of the MacEwan team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Generous vacation time
• Secure pension plan
• Flexible benefits package
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth

How to ApplyPlease indicate in your cover letter if you are a MacEwan Alumni.To apply, go to https://www.macewan.ca/careers and select the job posting. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Association Collective Agreement. Please note, initial salary placement for external candidates is limited to the first five steps of the salary grid.Diversity StatementMacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serve as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.Accessibility StatementWe strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.Personal Information Collection NotificationPersonal information is being collected to determine your qualifications for employment. This information is collected, used and protected under the authority of and in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It may be provided to non-HR members of a hiring and interview panel if your application advances to that stage of the hiring process. If you have any questions about these arrangements, please contact: Human Resources, University Services Centre, Rm. 10-600, 10700-104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 or phone (780) 497-5434.Quick Apply

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