Harvard Business School · 3 hours ago
Associate Director, Alumni Clubs and Associations
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
7+ years expHarvard Business School is a prestigious institution dedicated to management education and thought leadership. The Associate Director will support a global network of Alumni Clubs and Shared Interest Groups, guiding club operations and enhancing alumni engagement through strategic planning and relationship management.
AlumniEducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Partner with the Director of Clubs & Associations to execute the Clubs Team strategic plan that aligns with overall alumni engagement and EMD priorities. This includes strategic planning, content development, support, and execution to enhance the strategy for the global Clubs & Associations network
Collaborate with Director of Clubs & Associations on relationship management with club presidents and board chairs in the School’s top 40 markets. This includes consulting and advising on governance, succession planning, risk assessment, and volunteer management, using qualitative and quantitative data to drive analysis, recommendations, and decisions
Strategize and operationalize new ways to improve club governance, operations and management, with a focus simplifying processes for clubs, in collaboration with the Director
Work with team to support existing technology platform; assess future technology landscape for Clubs & Associations operations in collaboration with the Director
Execute individual portfolio of high-level engagement opportunities for enhanced alumni connections and overall ER goals through strong internal partnerships with Development, Donor Relations, Alumni Marketing & Communications, Global Initiatives, HBS Initiatives, MBA, Career & Professional Development, HBS Marketing & Communications, Dean’s Office, and the Harvard Alumni Association in support of External Relations’ goals
Develop and oversee engagement metrics and data to measure ROI of the Clubs Team portfolio, as well as the global clubs network, in collaboration with the Clubs & Associations Manager
Develop and oversee internal and external communications in collaboration with Alumni, Marketing & Communications (AM&C) and the Clubs Team
Manage senior leadership relationships regarding activities related to the Clubs & Associations, for the Dean, Senior Associate Dean, Executive Director, and others with Director oversight; build and maintain relationships with senior colleagues at the Harvard Alumni Association and with peer business schools
Manage the Assistant Director. May supervise additional staff, students, and/or interns as assigned for specific events, programs, or projects and collaborate with the Director to distribute team workload and responsibilities
Build trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and various constituents
This role is responsible for other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 7+ years of experience in community engagement, program development, marketing or comparable experience is required, preferably with some volunteer management collaborating with multiple stakeholders
Outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively present information to varied audiences and engage high-powered alumni and faculty with confidence & tact
Exceptional project management and organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and adhere to strict schedules on multiple projects
Proven ability to manage multiple constituencies and initiatives simultaneously with a keen attention to detail, while keeping larger goals and objectives in mind
Ability to set priorities and manage diverse business activities while under deadline, pressure, and in sensitive situations
Ability to represent HBS and the University professionally both internally and externally
Demonstrated success in building and cultivating relationships with high powered c-suite level constituents, diplomacy in working with diverse populations
Must possess sound judgment, be resourceful, and demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Adept at engagement strategy, marketing, volunteer management, content development, and collaboration across internal teams
Must be detail-oriented and efficient. Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change. Ability to work independently, get projects done by enlisting the cooperation of others and take ownership of work
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Company
Harvard Business School
Harvard Business School is an educational institution that offers two-year residential programs leading to an MBA, Ph.D., or DBA degree. It is a sub-organization of Harvard University.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Doug Levin
Executive Fellow
Ralph James
Exec Dir, Alumni Relations
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