Lifelong Learning Coordinator

Overview

The Lifelong Learning Coordinator fosters ongoing intellectual engagement among Brown University alumni through the Office of Alumni Relations' Lifelong Learning initiatives. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this role is pivotal in launching and managing the "Speakers Bureau," the Lifelong Learning Calendar, Digest, and Media Bank—key features that support alumni in intellectual exploration. The Coordinator builds and manages a comprehensive database of speakers who engage via onsite, online, and campus events prioritizing topics of current interest to the University.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Speakers Bureau and related Lifelong Learning platforms such as the Calendar, Digest, and Media Bank.
• Coordinate programming and collaborative efforts with teams managing generational programming, alumni clubs, affinity and shared-interest groups, events, and faculty engagement.
• Support the Brown Travelers program by managing communications and logistics to provide enriching alumni travel experiences with faculty hosts and travel partners.
• Handle administrative and information technology tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least three years' experience in related areas such as development, nonprofit work, event planning, or administrative roles.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong abilities in planning, problem-solving, project management, and time management.
• Capability to independently manage tasks as well as collaborate within a team environment.
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Eventbrite, Zoom, and other virtual event platforms; rapid adaptability to new technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and customer service skills, with a high level of discretion and diplomacy.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking skills; ability to handle sensitive issues professionally.
• Enthusiastic, positive, and innovative attitude with creative problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills allowing interactions with faculty, senior administration, and high-profile alumni.
• Knowledge of social and digital media and communications strategies.
• Willingness to work some evenings, weekends, and travel as required, including during Memorial Day Weekend.

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with Brown University and its faculty is advantageous.

Additional Information

All employment offers require successful criminal background checks and education verification. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. The role is full-time with 37.5 scheduled weekly hours and offers a hybrid working environment. The position does not sponsor visas. Brown University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to non-discrimination and affirmative action as per applicable laws.

Contact

For queries, contact employment@brown.edu.