Alumni Engagement Officer

Department: Advancement.
Contract Type: Permanent. The successful candidate must be based in the UK for the duration of their contract.

Location: Hybrid - Three days per week working on campus in Bloomsbury, London and two days per week working remotely.

Salary: £40,291.82 - £46,060.82 inclusive of London Weighting.
Location: Bloomsbury, London.
Hours: 35 per week, 1 FTE.

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the University which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.

About the Department:
Every year SOAS raises millions of pounds in philanthropic income and engages with alumni and key stakeholders around the world. Sitting within the main Directorate, Advancement is a core function of the University, working closely with the SOAS Director to deliver fundraising and alumni engagement goals and objectives. The Department’s vision is to enhance networking, alumni engagement and philanthropic support for the University

About the Role

The post holder will be a core member of the Alumni Engagement team with a focus on building a sustainable and mutually beneficial relationship with our UK and international alumni groups and networks. We look to our global community to help build regional communities of alumni, to open doors and raise the profile of SOAS. We support their network activities in a variety of ways; to share SOAS research and strategy, facilitate the exchange of best practice between groups, and inform alumni in their networks of the benefits and services available to them.

The post holder will be the group’s first point of contact and will provide relevant guidance and support to help groups with activities, events and other initiatives aligned with the Alumni Engagement strategy. The post holder will also ensure that there is adequate stewardship of these volunteers. The post holder will work closely with the Alumni Engagement Manager and other members of the Advancement team, as well as relevant internal stakeholders at the University to deliver the overall Alumni Engagement strategy at SOAS.

How to Apply: Please complete the online application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement

Closing date: Sunday 5 March 2023. Completed applications must be received by 23:59 on the closing date to be considered.

Interviews to be held: Week Commencing 13th March 2023

Further information

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact hr-recruitment@soas.ac.uk.

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006'. ‘Successful candidates must be based in the UK for the duration of their contract. based in the UK – for the duration of their contract

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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, the Global South, Black, Asian or other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.