The role | Te mahi

As Alumni Engagement Manager, you will lead a small, high-performing team to deliver a dynamic and innovative alumni programme that fosters lifelong connection across the student journey, from first engagement through to alumni advocacy and legacy.

You will build on Otago’s strong and established alumni base while evolving the strategy to better connect with future alumni, ensuring our approach reflects the diversity of our community, including strengthening engagement with Māori and Pasifika alumni.

A key focus of the role is bringing fresh thinking to how we engage, using data, insights and technology to shape decision-making, test new approaches and continuously improve impact. You will also play a role in expanding Otago’s global alumni footprint, with a growing focus on emerging markets such as China and India – travel globally is required.

Working as part of a close-knit and agile team you will collaborate closely with colleagues across the International, Marketing and Events teams to deliver integrated, high-quality engagement initiatives.

Key Focus Areas

• Translate strategy into impactful, well-executed engagement initiatives
• Build strong internal partnerships to deliver joined-up alumni experiences
• Support and develop a small team, fostering a positive and high-performing culture
• Continuously evaluate and evolve programmes to maximise engagement and impact

Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

You will bring the capability to lead, connect and deliver in a dynamic, relationship-driven environment, including:

• Strong stakeholder and relationship management experience
• Proven ability to lead and develop people
• Confidence managing multiple priorities and delivering through complexity
• A collaborative, open communication style with a focus on continuous improvement