Director of Lifelong Learning and Senior Alumni, Lifelong Learning

Lipscomb University • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The position involves overseeing and managing the overall strategy of Lipscomb University's Lifelong Learning program. This includes the communication, marketing, and recruitment strategy. The role requires seeking out and scheduling all classes related to the Lifelong Learning program, which includes coordination of event spaces, speakers, and topics. Additionally, the position oversees the stewardship of Golden Circle Alumni and their overall experience with Lipscomb University, which includes event planning and messaging. The individual will manage the coordination efforts of the 50-year reunion, including opportunities to provide additional fundraising to Lipscomb in collaboration with the Bisons Weekend planning team. The role also involves providing strategy regarding all senior alumni programming as it relates to fundraising and alumni engagement efforts. Furthermore, the individual will manage a budget pertaining to the Lifelong Learning program and ensure that the program brings in revenue beyond its operational cost, while also working with the Bisons Weekend committee to manage the budget for the 50th reunion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of marketing, event planning, or related experience required.
• Ability to represent the University with tact and diplomacy at all times required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required for written and verbal contact with donors and alumni.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information, evaluate options, and implement effective action steps to accomplish objectives.
• An understanding of the entire development enterprise, particularly within an academic setting, and the ability to work within that framework desirable.
• Outstanding organizational skills necessary.
• Strong professional ethics and computer literacy required.
• Some evening and weekend work required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and manages the overall strategy of Lipscomb University's Lifelong Learning program, including communication, marketing, and recruitment strategy.
• Seeks out and schedules all classes related to the Lifelong Learning program, coordinating event spaces, speakers, and topics.
• Oversees the stewardship of Golden Circle Alumni and their overall experience with Lipscomb University, including event planning and messaging.
• Manages the coordination efforts of the 50-year reunion, including fundraising opportunities in collaboration with the Bisons Weekend planning team.
• Provides strategy regarding all senior alumni programming related to fundraising and alumni engagement efforts.
• Manages a budget for the Lifelong Learning program, ensuring it generates revenue beyond operational costs.
• Works with the Bisons Weekend committee to manage the budget for the 50th reunion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree