Alumni Network Associate

About Lead For Ghana

Lead For Ghana is a network of solution-driven leaders expanding educational opportunities to all children in Ghana. We are a Ghanaian not-for-profit social enterprise powered by our resolute belief that education is the most powerful solution to all societal problems and the medium to provide equal opportunities. With this conviction, we devote our people, resources, and ideas to ensure an excellent education for all children in Ghana.

We are currently in search of an impassioned individual who shares our vision and mission and aligns with our core beliefs: Responsibility is Mutual, Innovation is Simple, and Impossible is Nothing. These values are the pillars of our culture, driving our long-term success and sustainability, and form a crucial part of our team member selection process.

Position Summary

The Alumni Network Associate will play a pivotal role in cultivating, strengthening, and maintaining our growing community of LFG alumni. This individual will design and implement programs and services that engage and support alumni, fostering lifelong connections to Lead For Ghana.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Alumni Engagement:
   • Help develop and manage alumni engagement strategies and programs.
   • Organize reunions, networking events, workshops, and other alumni-focused activities.
   • Facilitate alumni involvement in organizational initiatives.
2. Database Management:
   • Help maintain an updated alumni database, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
   • Track and report on alumni engagement metrics.
3. Communication:
   • Establish and maintain regular communication with alumni through newsletters, social media, and other platforms.
   • Highlight alumni achievements and stories.
4. Collaboration:
   • Work closely with the Marketing & Media team to promote alumni stories and events.
   • Collaborate with the Leadership Growth and other internal teams to ensure integrated strategies.
5. Mentorship Programs:
   • Help manage mentorship programs linking alumni with current students or young professionals.
6. Partnerships:
   • Support the process of building partnerships with organizations and institutions for alumni benefits and opportunities.
   • Help facilitate opportunities for alumni to give back, whether through donations, volunteerism, or other avenues.
7. Feedback & Continuous Improvement:

   • Gather feedback from alumni to continually refine and improve engagement efforts.

   • Stay updated with best practices in alumni relations and integrate them into strategies.

Competencies Required

Reasoning and strategic thinking

• Ability to define an opportunity or threat.

• Ability to synthesize, integrate, and execute strategies.

Building relationships and influencing others

• Understanding the perspectives of others.

• Communicating effectively with others.

• Influencing others to achieve outcomes.

Operations and Management

• Organizing, planning, and executing.

• Making decisions & demonstrating good judgment.

• Learning and continuously improving.

• Managing team execution.

Values and Mindsets

• Continuous learning and improvement mindset.

• Adherence to our core values and beliefs.

• Humility, maturity, and a teachable spirit.

Education and Experience

• Graduate /Professional Degree in Communications or related studies preferred.

• Undergraduate Degree with, at least, 2-years experience, desired.

• Experience delivering meaningful, and high impact lessons, workshops, and networking events.

NB: The position requires occasional evening and weekend work to ensure effective outcomes.

This job description provides a comprehensive guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive. It is subject to change in alignment with the future development of the organization.