At Antarang, we believe every young person deserves a career that excites them. But for millions especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds the question of What should I do with my lifefeels overwhelming. Many drop out of school because they don t see the point of education or due to their immediate circumstances. Others choose careers without truly knowing if they fit their interests, skills, or realities. And often, a lack of access to information and role models limits their dreams before they even begin.
That s where we come in. Antarang is on a mission to make career education a right, not a privilege integrating it into the public school system so that every young person, no matter their background, can aspire, act, and achieve. Our students are filmmakers, fitness trainers, chefs, entrepreneurs, and more. Your jobTo tell their stories, amplify their voices, and build a movement that redefines career education in India.
About the Role
The Assistant Manager Alumni Engagement will be responsible for developing and implementing Antarang s alumni engagement strategy, ensuring a strong and supportive network for our students. This role will focus on fostering connections, organizing events, facilitating career development opportunities, and strengthening relationships between Antarang and its alumni community.
Alumni Engagement Strategy & Execution
- Develop a long-term alumni engagement roadmap aligned with organisational goals, ensuring sustainability and scalability of the alumni network.
- Identify and implement strategies to re-engage inactive alumni and strengthen their connection with the alumni ecosystem.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for alumni, addressing their queries and ensuring ongoing engagement.
Event Planning & Career Support
- Plan and execute alumni events such as networking meetups, workshops, guest lectures, and career exploration sessions.
- Enable opportunities for Antarang Alumni in a scalable and systemic manner.
- Work closely with the Programs, Communications, and Partnerships teams to align alumni engagement efforts with Antarang s larger mission.
- Support internal teams by leveraging alumni as speakers, mentors, or ambassadors for various programs.
- Facilitate job placement opportunities, internships, and professional development workshops for alumni in collaboration with partners.
- Develop mentorship programs by connecting experienced alumni with recent graduates.
Stakeholder & Budget Management
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including program teams, employer partners, and trainers, to create opportunities for alumni.
- Plan and manage the alumni engagement budget, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
- Maintain a database of alumni, tracking their career progression and engagement levels.
Reporting & Documentation
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of alumni initiatives and recommend improvements.
- Build a structured alumni database to track career progress, engagement levels, and program impact.
- Analyze trends and feedback from alumni to enhance program offerings and engagement strategies.
- Ensure accessibility of alumni resources through online communities, newsletters, and virtual events.
- Prepare reports for senior management, highlighting key alumni engagement metrics and success stories.
- Ensure timely documentation of alumni interactions, success stories, and career progression insights.
What We re Looking For:
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English and proficiency in Hindi or Marathi.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Event planning and project management experience.
- Budget management and resource planning capabilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with Canva or similar design tools is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and proactively in a dynamic environment.
What You Need:
- Bachelor s degree in any discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in alumni relations, program management, or a similar role involving stakeholder engagement and event coordination.
- Prior experience in the social sector and working with youth is a plus.
What s in it for you
- Impact the outcomes: Your commitment to the cause and your youth-focused skills will directly influence the outcome of our programs by empowering thousands of youth to pursue careers of their choice.
- Our work environment is fun, youthful, focused on excellence, and deeply committed to achieving outcomes.
- Exposure to a multitude of opportunities for learning directly from the experience and knowledge of a senior team.
- The ability to fast-track your career within Antarang and in the broader impact sector.
If you are excited about the potential of youth in our country and want to be able to contribute to the careers of less privileged youth apply for this role
