Strategic Partnerships and Alumni Manager

1 week ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Auckland University of Technology Full time

**Develop and implement a Strategic Partnership plan to support AUT's strategy.**:

- ** Supervise and support a team of Alumni Team members.**:

- ** Manage AUT's relationship with existing Alumni.**:

- ** Permanent appointment.**

As one of the world's top 100 young universities and New Zealand's newest, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed. We are a socially driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions, and we offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business, and industry. AUT has more than 26,000 students and over 4,000 staff based primarily at our three Auckland teaching campuses.

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

Our vision and mission make us an attractive proposition to people wanting to make a difference to the future of New Zealand. This exciting opportunity at AUT builds on strong recent foundations as we build a highly valued community of partners to help AUT deliver its mission, now and into the future.

We are seeking a seasoned Strategic Partnerships and Alumni Manager to join our Vice-Chancellor's Office in support of AUT's strategy and priorities. You will play a crucial role in helping us achieve our vision of **'enriching lives and creating a better world through technology, learning, and discovery', **by building relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Key focus areas of the roles include:

- Identify, develop and maintain key strategic partnerships that align with AUT's new strategy and core values.
- Provide leadership for AUT's Alumni Team, ensuring we develop and maintain connections with our more than 150,000 alumni.
- Develop strategies to optimise relationships with partners and alumni in support of AUT's long-term vision.
- Manage AUT's relationship with existing Alumni, through events, programs, and initiatives that foster meaningful connections between alumni, and the university.

**Ko wai koe | About you**

Key requirements:

- A demonstrated ability to develop and manage strategic partnerships.
- Strong leadership skills, including experience managing a small team.
- Experience in planning and executing long-term engagements.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Joining AUT as the Strategic Partnerships and Alumni Manager means being part of a supportive and inclusive team dedicated to fostering excellence. You will have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals and make a meaningful contribution to the future of education and research in New Zealand.

**_ Please see the detailed position description for more information on key job accountabilities._**

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**

Along with your CV, please ensure to submit a cover letter which explains why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest, and how your experience aligns with the key experience and attributes we're seeking below:

- Proven experience in stakeholder management with demonstrated success in building successful strategic partnerships that deliver outcomes.
- Knowledge and practice in the principles of equity and diversity.
- Applicants are welcome to add further comments they may feel of It is expected that the appointee will also hold a relevant tertiary qualification.

**Further Information**:

- ** Note**:The actual formal title of this position is Strategic Partnership and Alumni Manager

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer**

AUT is a fantastic place to work and has excellent staff benefits including free study, a personal fund for your continued professional development, generous leave allowances and free membership to AUT gyms.
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