Nestled in the heart of the nation’s capital, Howard University is one of the most renowned destinations for higher education in the country. Ranked as the No. 2 HBCU (historically Black college or university) in the country, Howard is committed to advancing its mission to provide an “educational experience of exceptional quality” and is buoyed by its motto: excellence in truth and service. Since the onset of the pandemic, the University has closed the largest philanthropic gifts of its nearly 155-year history. Alumni giving has increased almost two-fold, and the University has seen a double-digit increase in applications for the past three years. Boasting a legacy of iconic alumni like U.S. Vice President Kamala D. Harris and the late Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, the proud tradition of Howard University is poised for unprecedented acceleration.

The Opportunity

Howard University seeks a Director of Alumni Relations. Reporting to the Associate Vice President and COO of Development and Alumni Relations, the Director will oversee the Howard University Alumni Association (HUAA) and the daily operations of the Alumni Relations Office. Armed with a strong leadership ethic and keen attention to detail, the Director will provide leadership to and support of the National Alumni Association of Howard University and ensure accurate and complete alumni database records. If you thrive in collaborative environments and possess the skills to create an annual plan that promotes alumni goodwill, engagement, and financial support through creative programming and thoughtful event strategies, this is the role for you!