Liaison manager for international alumni relations and fundraising
Would you like to work for a better world by helping to develop the international alumni and fundraising operations of Finland’s largest university?
At Communications and Community Relations, we are now looking for a
Liaison manager for international alumni relations and fundraising
In the position of liaison manager, you will be responsible for the University’s international alumni and fundraising operations in selected areas. You will contribute to strengthening the University’s international network of influential alumni and donors, as well as to establishing high-quality fundraising projects in cooperation with academic leadership. Your customer portfolio will primarily consist of individuals and foundations. As a team member, the liaison manager contributes particularly to the development and implementation of international alumni and fundraising operations, and producing communications, campaigns and events targeted at international stakeholders.
Who you are
You have a suitable higher education degree, at least five years of experience in target-oriented sales and partnership work, new customer acquisition as well as demanding public relations duties. You possess experience in international assignments, alumni engagement, and/or fundraising, with demonstrated success in establishing international networks and initiatives. Particular value is placed on experience in Nordic collaboration. A thorough understanding of the higher education landscape is expected.
You thrive in an international work environment and enjoy new challenges. You have the ability to inspire and persuade your collaboration partners with your skills and your precise and effective approach. You enjoy teamwork and co-creation, but complete your duties independently. You have experience of goal-oriented use of a CRM system in sales management and monitoring your performance. You are flexible in the face of changing circumstances and turn challenges into opportunities with a positive service attitude. You are able to work fluently not only in Finnish and Swedish, but also in English. We appreciate the ability to use Swedish actively in your work. You are confident and creative in giving presentations and you have versatile communication skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain networks in digital and other environments.
What do we offer you?
As liaison manager, you will be part of our friendly, enthusiastic and professional work community. We have a strong team spirit and work with great dedication for the benefit of our university, embracing a spirit of co-creation. You will be supported in your diverse duties by the extensive group of specialists working in the Communications and Community Relations sector, and will also have the opportunity to enhance your expertise. As part of our work community, you will collaborate closely with inspiring researchers and contribute to improving the conditions for research and education.
At the University of Helsinki, we will support your wellbeing and day-to-day activities, for example, through flexible working hours, annual leave exceeding the provisions of the Annual Holidays Act, comprehensive occupational healthcare scheme, a wide range of skills development opportunities, and inexpensive and diverse fitness services provided by UniSport.
University staff work in various locations both remotely and on site. We place great importance on ensuring that staff can work flexibly and reconcile work and leisure. We also consider it important to support inclusivity through sufficient social interaction in the workplace.
The salary will be based on level 10 of the job requirements scheme for specialist and support services staff in the salary system of Finnish universities. The position will be filled for a fixed term from 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2029.
Interested?
Would you like to do meaningful work, supporting science and research as part of an inspiring and multicultural work community?
Please submit your application for the position by 9 June 2025 through our electronic recruitment system by clicking the link below. Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) must submit their applications through the SAP Fiori portal.
We look forward to meeting you!
Questions?
For more information about the position and the recruitment process, please contact Director Pia Dolivo. You can request a call by sending an email to: pia.dolivo@helsinki.fi.
The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender, linguistic or cultural background, or minority group.
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