About this Senior Alumni Relations Manager role at Standtogether
The Senior Alumni Relations Manager will execute and continuously strengthen a high-impact alumni engagement strategy focused on advancing classical liberal ideas. This leader will steward and activate a growing network of alumni, helping deepen engagement, strengthen connections, and increase the network’s long-term influence and effectiveness.
As an individual contributor, this role is ideal for a relationship-oriented operator who excels at translating strategy into execution, identifying opportunities to improve engagement over time, and building trusted relationships across a diverse policy network.
Preference is for candidates available to work in person in Arlington, VA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
How You Will Contribute
Activate and strengthen the alumni network
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Execute alumni engagement strategies and contribute insights that improve network participation and long-term value.
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Manage segmented engagement approaches across policy, geographic, and career-based cohorts.
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Build consistent touchpoints and relationship-management practices that strengthen alumni connection and participation.
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Own the content and delivery of alumni newsletters
Drive talent and opportunity flow
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Help position the alumni network as a key source of policy talent, referrals, and collaboration opportunities.
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Connect alumni to relevant roles, initiatives, convenings, and peer relationships across the broader network.
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Support mentorship, peer learning, and cross-state collaboration among alumni leaders.
Inform high-value programming and experiences
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Identify opportunities to enhance alumni value through convenings, leadership forums, and targeted engagement efforts.
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Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to shape and support impactful alumni experiences.
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Gather feedback and insights from alumni to continuously improve programming priorities and engagement models.
Leverage data and systems
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Use CRM and engagement tools to track participation, relationships, and network outcomes.
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Monitor KPIs related to engagement, referrals, and collaboration to inform ongoing improvements.
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Contribute reporting and insights that demonstrate alumni network impact.
Strengthen partnerships and network connectivity
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Build strong relationships with alumni, internal teams, and external partners.
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Support efforts to elevate alumni success stories and strengthen the network’s visibility and credibility.
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Serve as a trusted connector across the broader policy and talent ecosystem.
What You Will Bring
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8+ years of experience in alumni relations, stakeholder engagement, talent networks, public policy, or community building.
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Strong execution and relationship-management capabilities within complex, high-touch networks.
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Experience improving and scaling engagement programs over time.
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Comfort using CRM systems, engagement metrics, and data to guide decisions.
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Strong communication, judgment, and stakeholder management skills.
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Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate effectively in evolving environments.
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Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
What We Offer
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Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
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A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
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Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
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Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
