Manager: Alumni Relations - Department of University Relations

DEPARTMENT OF UNIVERSITY RELATIONS

MANAGER: ALUMNI RELATIONS

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 6

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent is responsible for the:

• Development, execution and management of the Alumni Relations (AR) part of the  strategic plan of the Department of University Relations (DUR) in consultation with the Deputy Director: Advancement and the Director: University Relations as line managers;
• Support of and execution of fundraising campaigns, gifts, bequests and projects amongst alumni in support of UP in co-operation with the Fundraising sub-Division; 
• Initiation, co-ordination and execution of communication actions with alumni, public relations campaigns and the building of strategic relationships with alumni in consultation with the Deputy Director: Communication and Marketing;
• Marketing of services and projects and co-ordination of alumni activities, programmes and projects;
• Effective functioning of the AR unit through continuous operational management in co-operation with the Deputy Director: Advancement and the Director: University Relations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• B-degree in Communication, Marketing or Public Relations;
• At least five years’ experience, which includes at least two years’ management experience in a corporate environment, and experience in at least three of the following areas:
  • Strategic planning;
  • Relationship building;
  • Project management;
  • Financial management;
  • Communication and event management;
  • Team development and management.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Skilled in the use of MS Word (intermediate), Excel (intermediate) and PowerPoint (intermediate);
• Management and leadership skills;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills (English and Afrikaans);
• Ability and sophistication needed to interact with internal stakeholders, business, media and other external stakeholders;
• Negotiation and administrative skills;
• Results orientated;
• Ability to meet demanding targets within deadlines;
• Available to work, on occasion, after normal business hours;
• Ability to work in teams;
• Professional conduct;
• Ability to deal with service providers on a professional level;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise and build relationships at a strategic level and with high-level stakeholders such as VIP alumni and other partners;
• Knowledge of the alumni environment;
• Experience in using client relationship management systems and online survey and election tools.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Management qualification / postgraduate degree in Communication, Marketing or Public Relations;
• Relevant managerial experience in the higher education sector;
• Experience in fundraising.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The total remuneration package for this position ranges from approximately R 530 009 to R 657 483 as determined by UP policy guidelines. (These amounts include the University’s contributions to standard UP benefits, namely provident fund, group life and funeral cover, but exclude contributions to medical aid, as the latter varies per employee.) UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 1 June 2016

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Linda van Wyk, Tel: (012) 420 3361

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2016, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.