University of Nairobi Alumni Association Executive Director Job in Kenya

University of Nairobi
 

Alumni Association
 

Executive Director
 

The University of Nairobi Alumni Association (UONAA) is seeking to fill the position of Executive Director who is a creative and results-driven manager and strategic professional with entrepreneurial passion, drive and vision. 

The person must have at least five years’ experience and expertise in revenue generation and partnerships through alumni, government, corporate and other key stakeholders collaborations.
 

Areas of Expertise

• Networking / Relationships 


• Direct Mail Marketing 


• High End Event Planning


• Donor Development 


• Strategic Planning 


• Government & Corporates


• Board Development 


• Grant Proposal Writing 


• Program Development

Key Activities

• Alumni Engagement – play a key role in recruiting alumni into membership and engaging them in universities activities and programs


• Fundraising and Relationship – developing relationships with institutional donors, high net worth individuals or corporations.


• Partnership and Collaborations – Interacting with all types of partners and donors locally, regionally and internationally.


• Entrepreneurship – Identifying areas for improvement and taking necessary steps to implement those changes.

Key Competencies

• Commitment: passionately and enthusiastically demonstrates responsibility and dedication to UONAA and its mission and goals.


• Drive for Results: effectively translates ideas into actions. Has a drive to implement goals and objectives, to accomplish tasks, ensuring the end-results or services are delivered within timelines. Makes things happen through perseverance and tenacity. Achieves quantifiable and measurable results.


• Embracing Diversity: values differences in gender, culture, opinions, values, perspectives, ideas, skills, expertise, knowledge, and experiences.


• Integrity: Acting with uncompromising ethics and honesty at all times, in all situations, at a professional and personal level.


• Self-awareness: Knows and manages one’s own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, passions, interests, and values.


• Teamwork: Cooperates and works effectively with others in the pursuit of common goals.

Education Qualifications

• A Bachelor and Master degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communication, Strategy or related disciplines. 


• Must be a member of a professional body or association.

How to Apply:
 

1. Each application shall be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, Copies of Relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, Testimonials, and other relevant supporting documents.
 

2. Applicants should submit ten (10) hard copies of their applications.
 

i. Applications must be submitted on or before Wednesday March 9, 2016.
 

ii. Applications should be addressed to the Vice-Chancellor, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197, 00100 Nairobi.
 

Note: The University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. 

Women, marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.