Associate Director of Alumnae Relations

Summary

The Associate Director of Alumnae Relations serves as a key member of the Newcomb Institute’s external engagement team, responsible for cultivating and expanding meaningful connections among Newcomb College alumnae, Newcomb Institute graduates, and Tulane alumni committed to gender equity and women’s empowerment. Reporting to the Director of Development and working collaboratively with the student engagement team and Advancement, this position leads strategies that grow alumnae participation, volunteer engagement, and philanthropic support.

The Associate Director also leads collaboration with the Newcomb Institute Communications team to promote Newcomb Alumnae Association (NAA) events, alumnae relations initiatives, and the NAA newsletter. This position requires initiative, creativity, and strong collaboration within a dynamic team environment that blends history, research, and community engagement.

• Collaborative team player with a self‑starter mindset, who can thrive in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment
• Demonstrated success in relationship management, event planning, and volunteer or donor engagement
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite and digital engagement tools
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across diverse stakeholders
• Capacity to work evenings and weekends for university and alumnae events

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Minimum of three years of professional experience in alumni relations, development, external affairs, or community engagement

• Experience in higher education or nonprofit alumni relations and advancement
• Knowledge of volunteer leadership development and donor cultivation
• Familiarity with gender equity, women’s empowerment, or social impact research