Alumni Coordinator – American University of Kuwait , Kuwait

Scope and Purposes:
Reporting to the Assistant Director – Alumni Affairs, Alumni Coordinator responsibilities include the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services designed to promote alumni engagement and development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (not all inclusive)
Assist in executing alumni affairs events: Alumni Reunion, Return of the Wolfpack, and Senior Launch
Liaise with the necessary departments and vendors (PR, purchasing, campus services, Student Life, and event organizers) to execute these events.
Assist in executing and promoting the annual alumni magazine from contacting alumni businesses, to conducting interviews, to writing feature articles and Q&A’s.
Liaise with the PR graphic designer to design the layout of the magazine and ensure the content and design go through the necessary approval process.
Prepare press releases for AACD.
Keep track of alumni affairs visits in the AACD shared stats sheet.
Sign clearance forms for seniors.
Prepare weekly posts for AACD on events and/or services on the Student Affairs official Instagram account @aukstudentaffairs and alumni Instagram @auk_alumni.
Oversee design, layout, appearance, and communication of alumni Instagram account including covering any alumni event/activity on @auk_alumni.
Cover student affairs-related events on Instagram story upon request by the vice president for student affairs.
Establish and maintain two-way communication with alumni, locally and internationally.
Share news, events, job vacancies, and any announcements pertaining to alumni via email regularly.
Update information on the online alumni platform, as well as promote events, communicate AACD services, reply to inquiries, and keep an open dialogue.
Schedule, organize, and promote alumni business booths.
Assist in activities and functions related to AACD specifically, and Student Affairs generally, including but not limited to orientation, Awards Night, and graduation.
Serve on University committees as deemed fit.
Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, AUK graduate preferred.

Experience:
One to two years of related experience in alumni relations, career services, or a closely related function.
Experience developing one-on-one relationships with students and alumni of different backgrounds and abilities.
Experience in social media and design.

Skills:
Strong desire and natural ability to deal with people.
Knowledge and involvement in AUK’s community.
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
Ability to network and build relationships.
Strong writing skills.
May require proven background in writing, editing, and design.

How to Apply:
Interested applicants are encouraged to:
Submit a cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Names and contact details of three personal references.
In completing your application, please quote position code number in the email subject line:
Alumni Coordinator – ALC – AACD – 02022021
Information should be sent to careers@auk.edu.kw.

Please Note:
The applicant must possess a valid residency in Kuwait.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The position will remain open until filled.
Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Enter your email address to receive latest Gulf Jobs Updates: