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Job Description:
The Assistant Director implements and manages high-impact
mentoring, career, and life-design programs for alumni, parents, and friends of Brown, as well as volunteer roles. This includes managing
the Women’s Launch Pad (WLP) and other mentoring, life design, and career initiatives that harness the time and talent of Brown alumni,
family, and friends in service to students and the University community.
Reporting to the Director of Career and Life Design, the
Assistant Director will collaborate on mentoring and career-related programming with partners in Alumni Relations and other University
stakeholders, including the Center for Career Exploration and student-focused centers and offices. In addition, the Assistant Director will
work with the team’s Director to execute and advance mentoring initiatives, serving as an operational resource in mentoring program
delivery. These engagement programs offer ways for alumni to connect and reconnect with the University, peers, and students with the
ultimate goal of providing a positive Brown experience.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or
equivalent combination of education and experience - A minimum of 4 years of experience in a related field such as development, career
services, alumni program management, career programming or advising, and/or event planning.
Job
Competencies
- Demonstrated experience and success in strategy development, project coordination, and event
planning. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with finesse in interacting with senior administration and high-profile
alumni. A strong relationship builder who is diplomatic and experienced in designing and implementing complex plans. - Strong
communication skills and demonstrated success in project coordination and event planning. - Demonstrated ability to work independently
and manage multiple projects and priorities to meet aggressive timelines and challenging deadlines. - Demonstrated experience with CRM
systems and successfully managing customer engagements to completion and customer satisfaction. Working knowledge of the Windows
environment, including: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, electronic mail, calendars, mainframe, and the internet. - Creative
problem-solving with a track record of approaching projects collaboratively, including highly diverse sets of stakeholders. Excellent
planning, organizational, and time management skills. - Ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
- Meticulous
attention to detail. Strong project management and problem-solving skills. Must be able and willing to work occasional evenings and
weekends. Often work is required during Memorial Day Weekend. - Given the nature of the work and the high level of integrity expected
of most members of the constituency, a high level of integrity, tact, and discretion is required to handle confidential donor/prospect
information.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing or managing mentorship, career, or life design
programming is highly desired. - Experience in a higher education or non-profit setting.
- Knowledge of Brown University
values. - Supervisory experience preferred.
Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a
successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.
Additional Information: Please submit a
resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, please visit here for further information.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information
on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-03-19
Job Posting Title:
Assistant
Director, Mentoring Programs
Department:
Alumni Relations
Grade:
Grade 10
Worker
Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to
be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you
believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each
position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any
questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement:
Brown
University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion,
sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other
characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes
and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in
compliance with applicable law.
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