Affinity Networks & EDI Prgm Associate Director

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620

Opening:

Worker Subtype

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

100006 Ofc Sr Vice Pres Advancement

Work Shift

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URG 112

Compensation Range

$70,197.00 - $105,295.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provides expertise, administrative oversight, and collaborative guidance for diversity, equity and inclusion including programmatic, consultative and analytical operations in a Diversity and Inclusion functional area either centrally or in a school or college. Provides expertise and consultation to campus or school constituencies and leadership to create, develops and supports diversity, inclusion and equity. Develops, facilitates and supports diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives. Assesses reporting progress related to diversity and inclusion plans including developing metrics. Identifies opportunities to work with leadership and managers to develop an inclusive environment including creating affinity groups, programs and outreach. May train and/or mentor new or lower level staff.

Schedule

8 AM-4:30 PM; OCC WKNDS/HOLS

Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Associate Director, Affinity Networks and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), is a key member of the Alumni Relations team responsible for supporting Advancement's strategic priority of increasing alumni and constituent engagement among underrepresented populations. The Associate Director will develop and implement strategies to ensure Alumni Relations programs are representative and inclusive of the University's diverse community. The Associate Director will plan, implement, and support identity-based volunteer networks (such as and not limited to the Black Alumni, First-Generation, LGBTQ+, and/or Latin Alumni Networks) and programs that meaningfully engage diverse individuals. The Associate Director will establish baseline metrics, desired outcomes, and goals for engagement of underrepresented populations, and will track, analyze, and report upon progress.

This role includes building and maintaining key relationships with students, staff, faculty, alumni, senior administration, and volunteers, as well as identifying opportunities to incorporate alumni's diverse perspectives in discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Travel is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Planning

• Develop a comprehensive strategy for building, managing, and/or supporting identity-based affinity networks, with the explicit goal of increasing engagement through event attendance, volunteerism, philanthropy, and communications across underrepresented populations within the University community.

• Build and/or maintain strategic plans for each identity-based affinity network, including goals and desired outcomes. Track, analyze, and report upon progress and key results.

• Contribute to and execute on strategic communications plans to better engage underrepresented constituents including a digital engagement presence of Affinity Networks (website, virtual networking platforms, social media)

• Build and maintain relationships with key campus partners (staff, faculty, and administrators) and Advancement colleagues to develop and support affinity networks, ensuring positive interactions and outcomes for all stakeholders.

Volunteer Management - Identity-Based Affinity Network

• Identify and Recruit Volunteers: Seek out and enlist a diverse group of volunteers to support engagement initiatives.

• Manage volunteers and programs: Oversee volunteers and programs for specific Networks, ensuring valuable onboarding, structured meeting management, individualized engagement opportunities aligned with the Network goals and objectives.

• Coordinate with Other Groups: Ensure alignment between identity-based affinity programs, regional alumni groups, and the Diversity Advisory Council.

• Alumni Outreach: Meet with 50 alumni/constituents each fiscal year to identify new volunteers and to cultivate and steward existing volunteers.

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives and Events

• Plan and manage both volunteer-led and Advancement-led Network events.

• Plan and develop affinity group events: Work with Alumni Relations and University colleagues to recommend, develop, and plan events for identified affinity groups, including Meliora Weekend and the Volunteers in Partnership Leadership Conference.

• Support logistical programming and marketing for EDI events: Manage and execute requirements for in-person and virtual events, including the REAL (Rochester's Equity & Access Leadership) Conversations Programs, in collaboration with the Affinity Networks and EDI team.

• Survey and collect input from constituents and support continuous efforts to increase the amount of demographic data for alumni (including ethnic and racial data, gender, and sexual orientation, and religious affiliations) to develop programs and outreach strategies to further engage specific audiences.

• Provide EDI insights and information to Alumni and Constituent Relations leadership, and the Office of Advancement.

General

• Track related program marketing and budgets.

• Work closely with other Advancement staff to identify, qualify, cultivate, and steward existing and potential prospects.

• Other tasks and duties as assigned by the Sr. Director of Affinity Networks and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Description

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Master's Degree preferred.

• 5-7 years of alumni relations, advancement, volunteer management, student activities, or comparable experience required.

Preferred:

• Outstanding communication skills, including direct interpersonal skills and strong writing ability.

• Demonstrated ability to work with, motivate, and lead volunteers and create, nurture, and leverage partnerships.

• Demonstrated experience in event planning and program development.

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the needs and experiences of a diverse student and alumni body.

• Demonstrated understanding, ability to work with, and desire to serve underrepresented populations.

• Ability to analyze, condense and synthesize information and ability to provide accurate analysis and summaries.

• Excellent organization and project management skills, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with keen attention to detail.

• Ability to diplomatically overcome objections and effectively persuade key constituents.

• Ability to work as a member of a team to accomplish objectives.

• Experience with computer technologies and sophisticated software applications.

• A general knowledge of institutional fundraising is also preferred.

• A personal belief in mission, goals and objectives of private higher education and a desire to change the world.

• Some travel required; evening and weekend work.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.

EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.

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