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Executive Director of Alumni Engagement
Auburn University


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Date Posted May 16, 2025
Title Executive Director of Alumni Engagement
University Auburn University
Auburn, AL, United States
Department Alumni & Gift Success
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Senior Executive Officer
  • Alumni Relations
 
 
Auburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for an Executive Director of Alumni Engagement to join our engagement team! You will lead a dynamic team of Regional Engagement Officers and Auburn Giving Officers to design and deliver innovative strategies that foster connection, deepen affinity, and inspire generosity across our alumni base.

What You’ll Do:
  • Build Meaningful Connections: Inspire connection and commitment by designing strategies that deepen alumni affinity and drive philanthropic support. You’ll champion the Auburn spirit and help alumni see their role in shaping the university’s future.
  • Foster Collaboration and Creativity: Partner with internal and external stakeholders- from academic leaders to regional volunteers- to co-create meaningful engagement opportunities that bring the Auburn Family together in impactful ways.
  • Strategize for Success: Advance engagement strategy through data-informed decisions, creative programming, and forward-thinking leadership.
  • Execute with Excellence: Lead and support a high-performing team that delivers results. You’ll oversee the planning, implementation, and success of regional and affinity-based engagement efforts that drive measurable outcomes.
 
Why You’ll Love It Here:
  • Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
  • Purpose Driven Work: Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you’re trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
  • Culture by Design: Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.
  • Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum - a seasoned and respected advancement professional - our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement.
 
*The nature of this role is highly externally focused, requiring frequent travel and meetings on and off campus during regular and non-traditional business hours, and is therefore expected to operate with high-levels of autonomy*

 
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