Lead, Crimson Alumni Network

About Crimson Education

Crimson Education stands as the premier global college admissions consulting firm, boasting over 1,490 Ivy League acceptance offers and 2,410 to the US Top 15 universities. Our mission is to empower driven students to secure places at the world's most prestigious universities through expert advice and data-backed approaches. Our students' odds of entering the Ivy League are seven times higher than average. The Wall Street Journal recently featured us on its front page.

Uniquely, Crimson combines:

• Former Ivy League and Top 20 admissions officers who meticulously review applications
• Professors and PhD teaching fellows from elite institutions guiding students in original research with opportunities for peer-reviewed publication or conference presentations
• Past ISEF winners and judges mentoring students in prestigious science fairs on various levels
• Capstone project mentors who assist students in creating impactful leadership projects with measurable results and external recognition

Supported by venture capitalists like Tiger Global and Heal Partners and after securing $40M in Series D funding, we operate across 21 countries worldwide including the US, Canada, UK, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand.

Role Overview

This full-time role is flexible, allowing for remote work or office presence globally.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage and continuously enhance the Crimson Alumni database ensuring accuracy, compliance with privacy norms, and effective segmentation for targeted outreach
• Collaborate to establish and operate digital platforms such as social media channels, alumni portals, and newsletters to cultivate community connection and engagement
• Design and deliver content along with communication strategies to maintain alumni involvement and information flow
• Organize and oversee at least 2 to 3 major alumni events annually, both virtual and in-person, working closely with marketing and events teams to maximize participation
• Work jointly with regional Crimson offices to customize alumni programs that respect local culture and needs, coordinating with Country and Regional Managers to craft and maintain alumni engagement roadmaps
• Develop referral and donation campaigns that capitalize on alumni satisfaction; also establish rewards and recognition systems for contributions
• Act as the chief contact point for alumni, handling queries and support while monitoring feedback to continually improve alumni experiences
• Spotlight successful alumni achievements to assist marketing efforts and strengthen community ties

Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated background in alumni relations or community management roles
• Excellent organizational and project leadership capabilities
• Strong communication skills both in writing and verbally; aptitude to engage and relate effectively to diverse groups
• Familiarity with CRM systems, community management tools, and event planning software
• Innovative thinking with a strategic approach to growing community engagement

Additional Preferred Experience (Not Mandatory)

• Experience in the educational technology sector or within dynamic, international companies
• Knowledge of fundraising or alumni referral initiatives
• Credentials related to event planning or similar qualifications

Performance Indicators

• Strong and growing alumni engagement rates across multiple platforms
• Successful hosting and high participation at alumni events each year
• Accurate and current alumni data records with efficient onboarding
• Robust alumni referral streams and meeting donation goals consistently
• Positive feedback and effective return on investment from alumni events
• Expansion and active sharing of alumni success stories
• Effective collaboration with global teams and on-time delivery of initiatives
• High engagement in alumni communications and prompt handling of inquiries

Why Join Crimson?

• Experience a rapidly expanding startup with flexible working conditions and autonomy over work approaches
• Ample growth opportunities with internal promotions making up a significant percentage of recruitment
• $1000 annual personal training budget supporting continuous skill development aligned with company values
• Access to support resources including an on-staff psychologist and insightful development workshops
• A global presence in 28+ markets offering options to work remotely or at offices worldwide

If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and want to engage with advanced technologies while contributing to global educational success, we encourage you to apply.