Associate Director, Alumni Class Connections

Posting Description

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR ALUMNI CLASS CONNECTIONS Alumni Relations to develop and implement strategy to increase the engagement lifecycle for the youngest alumni (0-10 years out) through their partnership with the MITAA. Will guide the MIT 10 Council to develop engaging programming ideas and connection opportunities; serve as the program lead for Pi and Tau Reunions as well as the 15th and 20th reunion committees; develop content for MIT10 alumni at Tech Reunion events and the Alumni Leadership Conference; set and execute the strategy for the initiative to engage current MIT students stewarding them into the alumni experience upon graduation.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelors degree; a minimum of three years of experience in alumni relations annual fund marketing or public relations in a university or nonprofit setting; excellent planning organizational analytical interpersonal presentation and oral and written communication skills; attention to detail; discretion and good judgment with confidential information; proficiency with computers and standard applications (including Word Excel PowerPoint and Zoom); ability to demonstrate initiative approach work strategically and welcome change; must be able to recruit motivate train and manage volunteers; establish effective working relationships with colleagues alumni and other constituents; collaborate as part of a team in a diverse service-oriented environment; effectively develop and deliver training sessions; influence others and move toward a common vision/goal; and multitask prioritize assignments and meet deadlines without compromising quality in a demanding high-volume work environment. PREFERRED: Knowledge of Ellucian Advance Web or other enterprise fundraising system; data analysis marketing and/or public relations skills; and experience working in higher education advancement.

This is a hybrid position with a combination of on-campus and remote work. Must be willing and able to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends.

7/24/2026