Manager, Regenerative Community Resources

General Statement of Duties:

The Manager, Regenerative Community Resources serves as an ambassador for Webster University — a connector, storyteller, and strategic partner who strengthens relationships within and beyond the Webster community. This individual plays a key role in cultivating meaningful engagement among alumni, faculty, staff, and organizations — our regenerative communities — whose shared values and commitment help advance the University’s mission worldwide.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, with a dotted-line relationship to the Senior Directors and Directors of Community Resource Development, the Manager provides strategic leadership and hands-on execution of initiatives that inspire connection, deepen loyalty, and mobilize support. We’re seeking an energetic, organized professional who thrives on relationship building, creative collaboration, and the holistic process of identifying and cultivating meaningful partnerships that help Webster University thrive — today and for generations to come.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities*

Relationship Building & Community Engagement

• Cultivate and steward meaningful relationships with alumni, faculty, staff, and external partners who form Webster’s regenerative communities.
• Develop and implement creative strategies to inspire lifelong engagement and deepen connections with Webster’s mission and values.
• Partner with University Agents worldwide to identify and engage new regenerative communities that share Webster’s commitment to global education and social impact.
• Collaborate with the Global Marketing team to design and deliver campaigns and communications that celebrate community impact and elevate Webster’s visibility.

Strategic Collaboration & Event Leadership

• Partner with Community Resource Development colleagues to conceptualize and execute events that engage alumni, donors and community leaders.
• Provide leadership and logistical support for university-wide initiatives, including giving campaigns, recognition events, and community celebrations.
• Represent Webster at key functions and serve as an enthusiastic ambassador who embodies the University’s mission, values, and global spirit.

Data-Informed Strategy & Prospect Research

• Collaborate with the Manager, Data Analytics to conduct prospect research, wealth screening, and community mapping to inform engagement strategies.
• Translate data insights into actionable plans that strengthen relationships and enhance participation in giving, volunteerism, and advocacy.
• Maintain timely, detailed records of engagement interactions that align with department protocols.

*Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples necessarily include all of the duties performed.

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm; some evening and/or weekend work required for special events. This position is approved for a 1-day hybrid work arrangement as offered in Webster University’s Flexible Work Arrangements policy. Use by individual employees is at the discretion of the supervisor and unit leadership based on department and University need.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in communications, nonprofit management or a related field.
• 3 years experience in alumni relations, advancement, community engagement, or related relationship-driven roles.
• Demonstrated success in developing and sustaining meaningful partnerships with alumni, donors, and community stakeholders.
• Experience with event planning, volunteer management, or campaign coordination within a higher education or nonprofit setting strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, prospect research tools, and data-informed decision making.

Functional/Technical Skills*

• Data management and integrity
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Effective communication of complex data
• Collaboration across advancement and academic leadership
• Support for University Agents through actionable insights
• Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality