Part-Time Graduate Project Assistant, IUAA Affinity Engagement

Department

ALUMNI RELATIONS (UA-ALUM-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Indiana University Alumni Association's (IUAA) mission is to activate and support the global alumni network of more than 790,000 IU graduates - encouraging alumni to grow a lifelong connection with Indiana University and inspiring their ongoing generosity toward each other and the university.

As we pursue our mission, a core set of values guides our approach:

• Collaboration: We work together to achieve common goals.
• Commitment: We serve each other, our alumni and the university with professionalism and integrity.
• Pride: We share and celebrate the best of the past, present, and future of IU.

The IUAA activates IU's powerful global network through live and virtual events, volunteer opportunities, scholarship programs, compelling IU content, and seriously fun traditions. Additionally, the association develops and supports volunteer leadership, serves as a voice for alumni as the university evolves, and provides lifelong learning opportunities.

Job Summary

The Graduate Project Assistant will support the IU Alumni Association's Director of Affinity Engagement and the Affinity Engagement Team in executing key projects and initiatives. This role involves project management, research, communication, and event support to advance IUAA's affinity-based alumni engagement strategies. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Serves as essential project management support for the Affinity Engagement Team, including scheduling, note-taking, follow-up communication, and progress monitoring.
• Prepares research, presentation materials, and pre/post communication for internal strategy and progress meetings.
• Creates or refine project and administrative templates (e.g., activity logs, timelines, event planning tools).
• Drafts proposed standard operating procedures and protocol guidance for signature and large-scale collaborative events.
• Liaises with Giving and Market Segmentation departments on collaborative projects.
• Supports additional projects as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Currently enrolled as a master's, graduate, or professional student at Indiana University and for the academic year 2026-27

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in philanthropy, education, sociology, public affairs, or related field(s).

SKILLS

Required

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with collaborative tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of IU faculty and staff.
• Knowledge of IU facilities and buildings.

Work Location

Virgil T. DeVault Alumni Center

1000 East 17th Street

Bloomington, Indiana 47408-1521

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.

Advertised Salary

$23 per hour

Work Hours

20 hours per week

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Student Employee

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