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Native Americans in Philanthropy is dedicated to increasing and nurturing Indigenous representation in the philanthropic sector. With that in mind, the opportunities on our Job Board fit one of the following criteria:    

  1. The position is within a philanthropic or nonprofit organization 
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Program Manager for Alumni Engagement

University of Colorado Boulder
Full Time

Job Details

The Office of Advancement encourages applications for a Program Manager for Alumni Engagement! The Program Manager will develop, lead, implement and manage a comprehensive alumni volunteer engagement program within the College of Engineering and Applied Science. A major priority of this role is building relationships throughout the college with faculty and staff to conceptualize, plan, and implement opportunities to connect and engage alumni as volunteers with the college in ways that support and promote the strategic vision. Concurrently, the program manager will focus efforts externally toward alumni to build a pipeline of volunteers for the various volunteer roles, lead the college’s alumni recognition program, and manage the college’s presence in the ForeverBuffs Network. The program manager is a member of the college's alumni engagement team within the Office of Advancement.
As part of the CU Boulder Advancement team, the Program Manager will embrace our shared values and behaviors. Our values are JOY, COLLABORATION, EXCELLENCE, and IMPACT.
CU Boulder Advancement is steadfastly committed to strengthening our team, the university and our communities. We create a strong sense of belonging among our own team and know we are stronger when we embrace diverse experiences, beliefs, and identities. This commitment underlies our ability to engage an inclusive group of supporters, donors, and advocates who come together to advance CU.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
What You Should Know
All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to align with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement. New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.
We anticipate this position will support a hybrid format (remote and in-person work).
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000 annually. Relocation assistance is available within department guidelines.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
What We Require
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 1+ years of professional, job-related experience.
  Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
  1. A current resume.
  2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by January 29, 2023, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
For additional information regarding Classified Staff positions, please visit: https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

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