Network Manager at Stanford University

The Stanford Seed Transformation Network Manager is responsible for managing and executing Stanford Seed East Africa's engagement initiatives with graduates of the Seed Transformation Program (STP).

The Successful Candidate Will Have Responsibility To

• In collaboration with Stanford Seed leadership, manage ongoing engagement strategy for STP graduates across East Africa.
• Serve as the chief Stanford Seed contact for STP graduates, and manage all communications with STP graduates regarding the Transformation Network and their ongoing relationships with Stanford Seed.
• Facilitate the execution of frequent Transformation Network events, including networking sessions, speaker series, reunions, etc.
• Provide support to regional Transformation Network chapters (event support, scheduling, member management, etc.).
• Manage communications with Transformation Network through virtual online community-management tools, intended to organize, engage, and cultivate Transformation Network members.
• Lead Seed impact data collection efforts, by formulating and executing strategies to collect critical company growth data from Transformation Network members.
• Alongside regional team, assist with the recruitment of new Stanford Seed Transformation Program participants. Execute new STP participant recruitment efforts including assistance interviewing applicants, conducting site visits, and other admissions processes.
• Assist Seed's Director of Communications with select marketing and communications campaigns in East Africa.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Four-year college degree at an accredited university and at least 6 years' relevant experience in alumni relations, program management, marketing, event planning, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An advanced level of fluent English skills both oral and written
• Advanced knowledge of East African culture, history and business etiquette
• Computer proficiency with skill in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills, adept at fostering and maintaining effective collaboration, trust, teamwork and respect
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

Employment Conditions

• Salary will be commensurate with experience
• At the time of hire must be legally authorized to work in Kenya
• Must comply with all visa, work authorization, and tax related laws and regulations as a condition of employment
• Position is benefits eligible subject to applicable Kenya/US laws, regulations and Stanford University policy