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Following OPPA's (Office of Philanthropic Partnerships and Alumni) successful launch of the University’s first major fundraising campaign York Unlimited, we are now seeking to recruit a voluntary International Regional Coordinator to help create, build and shape a welcoming alumni community in your region.

This volunteering opportunity will come with a package of training and support from the University and is a perfect opportunity for you to broaden your network whilst playing an integral role in your global alumni community. The volunteer will work closely with OPPA as well as fellow alumni volunteers.

Purpose of the role

Our Regional Coordinators play a key role in our friendly and inspiring alumni community, a network that connects them with passionate, dedicated graduates around the world. They help to provide coordination, planning and administrative assistance to programmes designed to engage international alumni via our network of regional alumni groups.

Being an International Regional Coordinator in one of these groups is a unique opportunity to shape the alumni community in your region and develop your skills as an influencer and leader.

Key responsibilities

With OPPA’s support, volunteers will be required to undertake some or all of the duties below.

Benefits

International Regional Coordinators may benefit from many opportunities, such as:

  • Personal and professional skills training at the beginning of the tenure, and ongoing opportunities for continuing professional development
  • Opportunities to develop and demonstrate your skills as an influencer and leader
  • Professional networking and social activities with other University of York alumni
  • Being an integral part of the active University of York community

OPPA will provide training materials and appropriate literature to support you, as well as ongoing support throughout.

Expectations

This voluntary role gives you access to fantastic opportunities within York's alumni network, but it is also a responsibility that requires commitment, careful planning and thought.

All volunteers will be expected to abide by the University of York's Volunteer Charter and Privacy Policy, as well as all relevant legal requirements within their region and the UK.

For further information or to discuss this voluntary role, please contact Aiko Mizumori Hirst, International Volunteering and Alumni Officer, Office of Philanthropic Partnerships and Alumni (OPPA), University of York via aiko.mizumorihirst@york.ac.uk