Manager, Alumni and Community Engagement

March 16, 2024

Dalhousie University


Position Details
Position Information

Position Title Manager, Alumni and Community Engagement
Department/Unit Faculty of Medicine – Advancement
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number S065-24
Employee Group DPMG
Position Type Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $58,103 – $77,730 per annum
Classification ADM-05
Provisional Statement This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary The Faculty of Medicine inspires and enables excellence in health care through its medical education and research programs, and by serving and engaging society. Reporting to the Executive Director, Advancement, Faculty of Medicine, the Manager, Alumni Engagement and Donor Relations plays a primary role in the success of the Engagement Development Model (EDM) for the Faculty. The position is dedicated primarily to early-stage relationship cultivation and development of affinity to the Faculty of Medicine, the Alumni Association and the University. This work is guided by the University’s strategic priorities, priorities of the Faculty as set out by the Dean and the priorities of the Dalhouise Medical Alumni Association (DMAA).
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, deliver and evaluate Faculty-based alumni, donor, student and community engagement plans, programs and events.
  • Build and maintain relationships between alumni, the DMAA, faculty, staff, students and friends of the Faculty of Medicine at regional, national and international levels.
  • Develop, implement and manage an annual strategic alumni plan. Ensure strategic communications and marketing for the Faculty’s engagement .
  • Work closely with the Dalhousie Medical Alumni Association volunteer board on alumni programming.
  • Meet regularly with representatives from Faculty of Medicine Student Societies to provide support and guidance on their annual and special events and initiatives.
  • Lead the Faculty in managing community engagement activities.
Note The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications
  • Undergraduate degree in relevant area of study and a minimum of three years’ experience in a related business, marketing, public relations, or communications role (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Well-developed skills in oral communications, writing and editing.
  • Significant experience in event management including planning and implementation.
  • Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point) and the ability to work with data sets.
  • Strong capabilities with digital platforms, social media best practices, contact management programs, digital communications, and the ability to analyze effectiveness within these areas.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to work independently and collaborate with others.
  • Must be highly organized with excellent time management, goal setting and problem-solving skills.
Assets
  • Experience working with alumni / donor databases or a knowledge of databases.
  • Experience working in a large, complex environment
Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:
– Self-Awareness & Professionalism
– Respect & Inclusion
– Adaptability
– Knowledge & Thinking Skills
– Communication
Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.
Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 03/14/2024
Close Date 03/28/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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