Program Manager, Alumni and Donor Relations, Advancement

About the role

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. What we want The Program Manager designs and delivers alumni and donor engagement, stewardship, and advancement programming that deepen connection to the Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine. The role partners closely with the Texas A&M Foundation and the Association of Former Students to ensure high-quality stewardship, accurate data, and consistent constituent experiences that advance philanthropic relationships and alumni involvement, and advance engagement and connections and support of the College. What you need to know Salary: W ill be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience . Location/Schedule: Bryan, TX/Full-Time; This position may require work beyond normal office hourse and/or on weekends. Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education/experience. Five years' progressively responsible experience in alumni relations, donor relations/stewardship, advancement, events, or related constituent and volunteer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Alumni & Donor Engagement and Stewardship
• Lead alumni and donor engagement strategies that increase connection, participation, and recognition (e.g., class/program touchpoints, reunions, student mentorship links).
• Build and execute individualized stewardship plans (acknowledgments, impact updates, annual thank-you cycles, recognition societies).
• Manage the Outstanding Alumni Awards process (promotion, selection logistics, recognition experience).
• Support student-to-alumni transition programming in partnership with student affairs/career services.
• Coordinate alumni/donor volunteer roles (advisory councils, events, class agents), including recruitment, onboarding, and appreciation.
• Liaise with College departments and campus affiliates to coordinate programs of interest to students, alumni, and the broader community.
• Advancement Events & Stakeholder Relations
• Plan and deliver College-level advancement events (VIP visits, scholarship/award celebrations, donor receptions, reunions, tailgates/signature gatherings) with end-to-end logistics and budget accountability.
• Develop customized campus tours and experiences for VIPs (major donors, public officials, partners).
• Oversee community and philanthropic sponsorship requests and benefits fulfillment; maintain a master calendar to prevent conflicts and maximize visibility.
• Recognition & Naming Support: Coordinate recognition and naming deliverables (e.g., plaques, signage, space/building markers, digital recognition, web features).
• Manage timelines, vendor coordination, proofreading/approvals, installation logistics, and inventory of recognition assets in alignment with Texas A&M standards and College brand guidelines.
• Communications & Content Creation
• Partner with marketing & communications to plan and produce alumni/donor content (invitations, event pages, stewardship letters, impact reports, newsletters) and ensure consistent voice and brand standards.
• Draft and pro

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience working with a higher-education foundation and alumni groups.
• Familiarity with stewardship processes and impact reporting.
• Strong written communication skills for stewardship and executive correspondence.
• Experience with event planning and activation.
• Experience supervising student employees and volunteers
• Proficiency with advancement/CRM systems
• A Class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with alumni, donors, external constituents, faculty, students and staff
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Exceptional interpersonal communications
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
• Event planning

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Title Program Manager, Alumni and Donor Relations, Advancement Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Office of the Dean Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Bryan, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

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