Department
ALUMNI RELATIONS (IN-ALUM-IUINA)
Department Information
The Indiana University Alumni Association's mission is to activate and support the global alumni network of more than 750,000 IU graduates - encouraging alumni to grow a lifelong connection with Indiana University, and inspiring their ongoing generosity toward each other and the university.
The IUAA activates IU's powerful global network through live and virtual events, volunteer opportunities, scholarship programs, compelling IU content, and seriously fun traditions. Additionally, the association develops and supports volunteer leadership, serves as a voice for alumni as the university evolves, and provides lifelong learning opportunities.
Job Summary
The IU Indianapolis alumni engagement focused student fellow will develop strategy for recent alumni volunteer engagement and implement Central Indiana focused alumni engagement efforts.
Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinates front line Alumni Engagement efforts, with a focus on recent alumni, to increase awareness of alumni engagement opportunities in Central Indiana such as planning regular coffee hour meet and greets, launches and sustains a Central Indiana alumni-owned business catalog, and develops communications to market upcoming alumni events and/or highlight alumni achievements (newsletter, social media, etc).
• In conjunction with the Programs and Events Student Fellow, develops strategy to increase awareness of IUAA among students at IU-Indianapolis.
• Develops and implements activities and communications to support first-generation student celebration in November.
• Supports the overall alumni engagement strategy in Central Indiana. Includes but is not limited to assisting in coordination of Central Indiana Chapter leadership council and committee meetings, provides a student perspective (when available), and assists in planning and execution of IUPUI Signature Events: Regatta Alumni Hospitality Experience, Top 100 Alumni Experience, Weekend U, Hall of Fame, and Alumni Leaders Dinner.
• Serves on the Student Alumni Association and IU Homecoming Steering Committee.
• Joins Associate Director of Market Engagement in alumni engagement meetings (identifying alumni engagement interests).

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required

• Currently as a student at Indiana University.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred

• Experience creating communications for a defined audience.
• Experience designing digital marketing materials for social media or other web-based platforms.
• Experience with design software, such as InDesign, Photoshop, or Canva.
• Alumni experience.

SKILLS
Required

• Proficient communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a member of a team with a collaborative attitude.
• Ability to maintain open communication and be highly resourceful and self-motivated.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts throughout every aspect of their role and as a representative of the IUAA.

Working Conditions / Demands
The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Position will start in August 2024.
Additional Information
As we pursue our mission, a core set of values guides our approach:
Collaboration - We work together to achieve common goals.
Commitment - We serve each other, our alumni and the university with professionalism and integrity.
Inclusion - We work to create an inclusive culture that is committed to diversity, belonging, and equity.
Pride - We share and celebrate the best of the past, present, and future of IU.
As we undertake our mission of activating and supporting the global alumni network, we have 3 priorities that guide our work. Each of these priorities is supported by strategies that direct our efforts in the years to come.
Cultivate belonging - To ensure a welcoming, equitable, diverse, and inclusive community, we will challenge discrimination and our inherent biases.
Deepen alumni loyalty - To build the alumni community, we will learn how alumni identify with IU and each other, and then offer relevant experiences that encourage stronger commitment.
Strengthen alumni relations across IU - We will collaborate with IU stakeholders and support efforts to engage more deeply with their alumni audiences.
Work Location
IU Indianapolis Advancement Center
340 West Michigan Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
This position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.
Advertised Salary
$15.00 per hour.
Work Hours
10 - 15 hours per week.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee
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