Director of Class Philanthropy and Engagement
- Employer
- Colby College
- Location
- Colby College
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- Administrative Jobs
- Institutional & Business Affairs, Alumni Relations & Development
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried, Administrative Staff AppointmentThis search is being conducted by the Aspen Leadership Group, please apply directly at https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1162The newly reconfigured and growing Alumni and Donor Engagement team in Colby’s Office of Advancement is a highly collaborative group with an enviable mix of experience in the field and an appetite for innovative new ideas and perspectives. The College has ambitious plans for its future, for the Dare Northward campaign, and for the broad engagement of our alumni, donors, families, and friends. The class-based philanthropy and engagement team is critical to the success of those goals. The Director of Class Philanthropy and Engagement will develop and execute comprehensive cultivation, solicitation, and volunteer management strategies that achieve reunion and class philanthropy goals as well as the broader goals of College Advancement. The Director will manage the 50th Class Reunion in addition to leading and implementing the overall strategy, volunteer opportunities, communications, and execution of class programs that attain record-breaking alumni engagement metrics including participation, elevating reunion attendance, and maximizing the philanthropy of Colby alumni. In addition, the Director will identify and cultivate volunteers in support of peer-to-peer solicitation and high-touch engagement and stewardship opportunities.
This search is being conducted by the Aspen Leadership Group, please apply directly at https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1162
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Working at Colby College
Founded in 1813, Colby is one of America’s most selective colleges. Serving only undergraduates, Colby’s rigorous academic program is rooted in deep exploration of ideas and close interaction with world-class faculty scholars. Students pursue intellectual passions, choosing among 57 majors or developing their own. Independent and collaborative research, study abroad, and internships offer robust opportunities to prepare students for postgraduate success. Colby is home to a community of 1,850 dedicated and diverse students from around the globe. Its Maine location provides easy access to world-class research institutions and civic engagement experiences.
Under the leadership of its new president, David A. Greene, Colby is building on this strong foundation while remaining committed to excellence, to supporting students and faculty at the highest levels, and to the College’s deep liberal arts traditions. This new chapter includes plans for creating innovative academic initiatives and partnerships, strengthening the connections between the liberal arts and the professional world, revitalizing downtown Waterville, and pursuing significant capital projects for performing arts and athletics.
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