The Director Alumni Affairs, Resource Mobilization & Corporate Relations is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic direction and operational oversight of the institutions alumni engagement, fundraising, and corporate relations functions. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director develops and implements strategies to strengthen alumni and stakeholder relationships, mobilize resources, expand partnerships, and support the institutions academic, financial, and strategic objectives.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the development and implementation of strategies to strengthen alumni engagement and foster lifelong relationships with graduates locally and internationally.
Promote collaboration across academic and administrative departments to enhance alumni participation and institutional engagement.
Develop and execute resource mobilization initiatives, including fundraising, donor relations, scholarships, endowments, and philanthropic partnerships.
Build and maintain relationships with alumni, donors, corporate partners, government agencies, foundations, and development organizations to advance the institutions strategic objectives.
Establish and strengthen corporate partnerships that support internships, employment opportunities, executive education, research collaborations, sponsorships, and industry engagement.
Identify and pursue strategic partnerships and external funding opportunities aligned with the institutions mission and priorities.
Oversee the management of alumni, donor, and partner databases, ensuring accurate records, reporting, and effective stakeholder relationship management.
Utilize data, performance metrics, and benchmarking to evaluate engagement initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
Provide strategic leadership and oversee the effective management of the Alumni Affairs, Resource Mobilization, and Corporate Relations functions, ensuring operational excellence and achievement of departmental goals.
Represent the institution in external engagements, networking forums, and partnership initiatives to enhance its reputation, visibility, and stakeholder relationships.
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:
KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:
Fundraising & Donor Engagement
Alumni & Donor CRM Systems
Corporate Partnership Management
Institutional Advancement & Resource Mobilization
Proposal & Grant Writing
Endowment & Scholarship Fund Management
Strategic Negotiation & Contract Management
Budget Planning & Financial Reporting
Executive Reporting & Data Analytics
Digital Communication Platforms (Email Campaigns, LinkedIn, Alumni Portals)
Alumni Engagement Strategy & Program Design
Event & Engagement Program Management
External Stakeholder Relationship Management
Public Speaking & Institutional Representation
Higher Education Sector Governance & Institutional Operations
Regulatory & Compliance Awareness.
The Executive Business Development plays a crucial role in supporting the Manager Business Development, in developing and delivering high-quality executive education programs at Center for Executive Education (CEE), IBA. The incumbent will be responsible for a variety of tasks throughout the program cycle, contributing to overall success of the offerings.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Business Development: Generate Revenue growth by identifying, pursuing and securing new business opportunities through strategic relationship building and marketing.
Program Development & Support: Work collaboratively with the Manager BD to research, design and develop program content for open enrollment Programs, workshops, diplomas, post graduate diplomas and corporate governance programs.
Faculty Management: Assist the Manager BD in identifying, recruiting and onboarding subject matter experts, liaising with the faculty to gather materials and ensure timely delivery of program content
Participants Coordination: Assist the Manager BD, in managing the pre-program experience for participants, including registration, logistical arrangements, and pre-reading materials.
Proposal Writing: Contribute to the development of compiling program proposals by researching the client needs and drafting relevant program sections.
Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager BD, which may include market research, competitor analysis and administration tasks related to program delivery.
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree from an HEC recognized University.
1-2 years of experience, preferably in a similar capacity, particularly in designing and delivering executive education programs. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.
KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:
Microsoft Office, Canva or Adobe Photoshop and other AI tools.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent negotiation skills - have the ability to negotiate with clients, faculty, audience and other stakeholders where necessary.