Alumni Relations Coordinator
Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- NZD 69,931 – NZD 74,609 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- vor 3 Stunden
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position.
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- Required to apply
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Job description
About the Development and Alumni Relations Office
The University of Otago, New Zealand's first and oldest university, has a rich tradition of research and education with strong domestic and international partnerships. The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) manages fundraising and alumni engagement efforts, aiming to nurture and maximize alumni goodwill and support for the University's future.
Role Overview
As an Alumni Relations Coordinator reporting to the Alumni Engagement Manager, you will contribute to building and maintaining a professional, engaged network of alumni and friends of the University. Your work will support the growth of alumni engagement initiatives aligned to the University's strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain strong collaborative relationships within the DARO team.
- Coordinate effectively with the Alumni Engagement team, departments, and divisions across the university to promote engagement activities.
- Provide administrative and project assistance to the Alumni Manager to facilitate diverse alumni engagement programs and projects.
Required Skills and Experience
- Exceptional communication capabilities, accompanied by strong organizational, administrative, and project planning expertise.
- Ability to think strategically while managing and executing tactical tasks with efficiency.
- A collaborative and solution-oriented approach, capable of fostering productive relationships and managing multiple stakeholders.
- Experience with AI-enabled technology tools and contemporary communication platforms is beneficial.
- Prior involvement in client-focused programs, event coordination, or partnership development is advantageous.
About the University of Otago
Founded in 1869, the University of Otago (Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka) is highly respected globally and leads in teaching and research excellence. Located in Dunedin, the university embraces its commitment to becoming a Te-Tiriti led tertiary institution as part of its Vision 2040 and Pae Tata strategic plans.
Additional Information
- This full-time, permanent position involves working 37.5 hours per week on-site in Dunedin.
- The salary band for this role ranges from NZD 69,931 to NZD 74,609, with a top salary of NZD 80,285.
- Benefits include 5 weeks annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and encouragement of work-life balance.
- Applicants must have legal rights to live and work in New Zealand.
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