Alumni and Networking Coordinator at Mpesa Foundation Academy

Job Ref  : UC/Alumni/2022

Line Manager  : Partnership and Communication Manager

Duration : 1 year contract  (Renewable based on performance and need)

About the Uongozi Centre

The Uongozi Centre is a unique programme at the M-PESA Foundation Academy that aims to enhance the leadership potential, develop skills in independent thinking as well as assist our learners to incubate business ideas and community projects. The Centre also seeks to support the transition of secondary school scholars into university and other tertiary institutions.

The diversity represented by the Uongozi Centre scholars, faculty and staff contributes to the Centre’s strong sense of open dialogue and engagement with ideas and issues. As such, we are a community that prioritises the intellectual, physical, social and emotional well-being of all our members.

The Uongozi Centre is seeking to recruit dynamic and visionary individual with exceptional skills, who is already experienced in communication, administration and coordination of various programs to take responsibility as Alumni and Networking Coordinator.

Overall Role Purpose

Coordinate alumni network programs

Key Responsibilities

1. To maintain the database of alumni information, including personal contact details and study/employment information, in line with the Data Protection Act
2. Create and update the MFA alumni work placement program
3. Lead innovation ensuring that projects are nimble and responsive to changing environment / needs
4. Fostering good relationships with current and prospective stakeholders, professional bodies and other partners to make sure that there is synergy in execution and desired   outcomes of our objectives.
5. Promote UC alumni networks and services via online social networking sites such as the school’s own site, LinkedIn and Facebook, and to develop new ways of leveraging     these methods of engagement
6. Maintain and update content within the alumni pages of the UC website, including service, event and news updates and contribution to the creation and updating of alumni  profiles
7. Liaise with student societies in MFA and alumni to encourage further student-alumni interaction and engagement
8. To respond to requests and queries from UC alumni relating to alumni services and activities.
9. Research and advise on relevant trainings and webinars for the alumni

Person’s Specifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Administration, Education or equivalent
2. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position
3. Able to work effectively in both small and ambiguous environments
4. Experience with marketing automation systems a big plus

Key competencies

1. Excellent communication skills
2. Excellent relationship management and networking skills
3. Attention to detail
4. Good presentation skills
5. Ability to work with young adults
6. Excellent research skills

Please read the job description before you apply for the position. Only those who meet the criterial set in the job description will be shortlisted for interviews.