University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Senior Manager, Alumni Relations

Your Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Alumni Relations, will work closely with the Director of Development and Alumni Relations and Deputy Director of Alumni Relations, UNNC, to grow alumni, and supporter engagement in support of the University’s strategic objectives. The role will lead efforts to foster lasting relationships with alumni and supporters, ensuring they feel valued and engaged across volunteering, advocacy, and philanthropic opportunities.

The role requires the development, implementation, and monitoring of alumni relations activities that strengthen alumni affinity, build collaborative relationships with alumni network, and empower alumni volunteers as advocates for the University. By creating meaningful connections between alumni and the University, the Senior manager will ensure alumni continue to contribute their support over time, whether through volunteerism, advocacy, or other ways.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and monitor alumni engagement strategies that align with the University’s strategic objectives.
• Strengthen the University’s global alumni network by fostering connections and managing key alumni relationships.
• Lead the planning and execution of high-impact alumni events, campaigns, and initiatives to drive meaningful engagement.
• Analyze data to identify trends, improve programs, and address challenges, turning insights into actionable strategies.
• Act as a senior advisor to foster collaboration and alignment across cross-functional teams independently.

About You

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification, plus significant experience in a similar or related role.
• Strong understanding of the professional, legal, and regulatory framework relevant to alumni relations work.  
• Proven track record of experience in alumni relations, volunteer management, or a closely related field.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to nurture high-value relationships and work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrable expertise in planning and delivering complex engagement initiatives, programs, and events.
• Excellent English and Chinese written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling narratives and deliver impactful presentations.

Desirable

• Advanced degree or industry-recognized certification in alumni relations, higher education management, or a related field.
• Proven experience working in cross-cultural or international contexts, particularly in roles with a global reach.
• Familiarity with the higher education sector and awareness of global trends and best practices in alumni relations.
• Familiarity with the higher education sector and awareness of global trends and best practices in alumni relations.
• Expertise in analytical thinking, with the ability to interpret data and apply insights strategically to improve processes and inform decision-making.
• Experience working with international alumni and managing global engagement initiatives.
• Project management certification or significant experience in delivering large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects.

About Us

Join a unique British University in China.  The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. Located in Ningbo, this award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of nearly 10,000 in just 21 years.

Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support 

This is a regular post that you will be offered a fixed term contract initially of 3 years with a probation of 6 months with University of Nottingham Ningbo China. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential.

How to Apply

Applicants should apply via our on-line application system before 23:59 on 13 July 2025. Only on-line applications made at (http://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/184199) will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China.

Enquiries

If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact Recruitment Team, Email: Job@nottingham.edu.cn

Equality and Diversity 

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportively learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.

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