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Position Summary
University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.
The Director, Alumni Events will plan and execute various domestic and regional alumni events and outreach efforts designed to engage NYU alumni. Lead a team to drive the strategy, management, execution, and results of the student and recent alumni vertical in UDAR. Oversee the successful planning and launch of virtual and in-person programming tailored for alumni, while maintaining strategic oversight of all signature alumni events, including the NYU Awards, Alumni Weekend, and alumni conferences. Drive the long-term event strategy and planning, ensuring continuous improvement and impact across all alumni engagement initiatives. Partner with internal stakeholders and alumni leadership to enhance programming, foster strong alumni relationships, and measure the success of all alumni-focused activities.
UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
Qualifications
Required Education:Bachelor's DegreeRequired Experience:7 years relevant event management experience including supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferred Experience:7 years experience in an academic, non-profit and/or development environmentRequired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Proficiency with MS Office and PowerPoint
Exposure to fundraising software, such as BBCRM
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
Ability to delegate multiple assignments and maintain close attention to detail
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $100,000.00 to USD $140,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
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Posting Number2025-14587
Posted Date1 month ago(8/20/2025 4:30 PM)
Location : LocationUS-NY-New York
Hybrid Remote Work ClassificationHybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite
DepartmentAlumni Outreach
School/DivisionUniversity Development and Alumni Relations (WS1006)
Compensation GradeBand 54
UnionN/A
FT/PTFull-Time
CategoryMarketing/Advertising/Public Relations/Media/Video/Audio
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Position Summary
University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.
The Director, Alumni Events will plan and execute various domestic and regional alumni events and outreach efforts designed to engage NYU alumni. Lead a team to drive the strategy, management, execution, and results of the student and recent alumni vertical in UDAR. Oversee the successful planning and launch of virtual and in-person programming tailored for alumni, while maintaining strategic oversight of all signature alumni events, including the NYU Awards, Alumni Weekend, and alumni conferences. Drive the long-term event strategy and planning, ensuring continuous improvement and impact across all alumni engagement initiatives. Partner with internal stakeholders and alumni leadership to enhance programming, foster strong alumni relationships, and measure the success of all alumni-focused activities.
UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
Qualifications
Required Education:Bachelor's DegreeRequired Experience:7 years relevant event management experience including supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferred Experience:7 years experience in an academic, non-profit and/or development environmentRequired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Proficiency with MS Office and PowerPoint
Exposure to fundraising software, such as BBCRM
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
Ability to delegate multiple assignments and maintain close attention to detail
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $100,000.00 to USD $140,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
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Posting Number2025-14587
Posted Date1 month ago(8/20/2025 4:30 PM)
Location : LocationUS-NY-New York
Hybrid Remote Work ClassificationHybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite
DepartmentAlumni Outreach
School/DivisionUniversity Development and Alumni Relations (WS1006)
Compensation GradeBand 54
UnionN/A
FT/PTFull-Time
CategoryMarketing/Advertising/Public Relations/Media/Video/Audio
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Salary : $100,000 - $140,000