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The Alumni Relations Advisor is responsible for enhancing brand awareness and managing Global Ambassadors to increase alumni engagement and program participation on U.S. college campuses.

Responsibilities: Develop and implement recruitment strategies for alumni, manage Global Ambassadors, oversee training and engagement, and support professional development activities for alumni.

Skills: Strong communication skills, experience in customer service or marketing, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with digital tools is preferred.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience in multicultural settings; experience on a U.S. college campus and in career development are desirable.

Location: Located in Austin, TX.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $50,000 - $70,000.

Job Description:

The Alumni Relations Advisor plays a crucial role in enhancing brand awareness, providing professional development opportunities to alumni, and generating leads to increase the number of WorldStrides Higher Education participants across U.S. university partner campuses. This position oversees a cohort of Global Ambassadors (alumni brand ambassadors) responsible for on-campus and virtual outreach efforts. Coordinators are responsible for recruiting ambassadors, onboarding, training, and monitoring their progress throughout the academic year.

The Alumni Relations team plays a vital role in connecting with students after they complete their programs and removing obstacles for future participants, ensuring the ongoing success and growth of WorldStrides Higher Education.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to recruit and engage program alumni in the Global Ambassador program 
• Manage Global Ambassadors through various channels, such as monthly check-ins and virtual form processing 
• Oversee the application process, including conducting interviews and hiring prospective Global Ambassadors 
• Train and onboard Global Ambassadors from WorldStrides Higher Ed programs and effective campus recruitment practices 
• Process activity reports and time sheets for Global Ambassadors 
• Analyze team efficiency, workload and student engagement and lead generation trends
• Promote Global Ambassador engagement through the Global Ambassador Badge Program 
• Update and maintain alumni and GA resources, including virtual forms, the website, online orientation, and the learning management system 
• Respond to general inquiries sent to the alumni email 
• Support on-campus recruiting and partner education efforts in collaboration with Campus Partnerships, including domestic travel 
• Occasionally work with Campus Partnerships on Global Ambassador attendance for spot recruitment, fairs/events or professional development conferences 
• Provide professional development support for alumni, including resume and cover letter reviews and mock interviews 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Marketing, Communications, International Relations). 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Experience in customer service and/or marketing. 
• Demonstrated experience in multicultural settings. 
• Attention to detail and a desire to learn new aspects of the International Education field. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, etc.). 

Desired:

• Experience studying, researching, living, working, or volunteering abroad. 
• Experience working on a U.S. college/university campus. 
• Experience in career development, such as reviewing resumes, cover letters, and conducting interviews. 
• Familiarity with digital tools and platforms, including Canva, Instagram, LinkedIn, and WordPress. 

Work Perks

• Fun & driven environment.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.
• 11 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & up to 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• $1,000 towards professional certifications annually
• Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.
• Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.
• Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
• Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.
• Team Member Discount Program