https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu Latest ALUMNI CAREER CENTER Jobs Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:10:40 Z https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22356304/senior-program-and-operations-manager-uli-kansas-city https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22356304/senior-program-and-operations-manager-uli-kansas-city Kansas City, MO, About ULI Kansas City The Urban Land Institute is a nonprofit research and education organization with over 45,000 members across every discipline of land use and real estate development. ULI Kansas City is an active district council in a city that is growing fast, attracting investment, and increasingly in the national spotlight. The district council brings together developers, planners, architects, public officials and investors from across the Kansas City metro region. The council runs a full calendar of events and programs, engages a committed member base, and plays a meaningful role in shaping how the region thinks about land use, real estate, and community development. This is an opportunity to come in at a pivotal moment. The council is in growth mode, and the person who takes this role will have real ownership over how it runs and where it goes. The Role We are looking for a Senior Manager to serve as the day-to-day leader of ULI Kansas City. You will be responsible for running the district council, building relationships with members and community leaders, planning and delivering a full calendar of events and programs, managing operations and budget, and keeping the committees and volunteer leadership moving forward. This is not a support role. You are the senior staff person on the ground in Kansas City. You will work closely with the district council chair, member committees, and ULI national staff, but the council's success runs through you. You bring the organization together, you keep things on track financially, and you make sure the work reflects what the ULI Kansas City community cares about. You will be supported by a part-time contractor who handles administrative work and operations, but you set the direction. Responsibilities Member and Community Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with ULI Kansas City members, sponsors, community partners, and elected and appointed officials. Serve as the primary representative of ULI Kansas City in the community: visible, credible, and genuinely connected to the people who shape the city. Work with the incoming district council chair and member leadership to develop and execute the council's strategic priorities. Engage prospective members and support membership growth. Events and Programming Plan and deliver ULI Kansas City’s annual calendar of events, from committee programming and speaker series to signature convenings and member gatherings. Work with committees to develop programming that is relevant, well-run, and valuable to members. Manage event logistics end to end: venues, speakers, communications, invitations, materials, and on-site execution. Ensure events reflect ULI’s mission and serve the membership, not just sponsorship needs. Committee and Volunteer Leadership Serve as the primary staff liaison to member committees: Programs, Membership, Young Leaders, and others. Support the district council chair, management committee, and governance structure in running smoothly. Coordinate meetings, track follow-through, and keep volunteer leaders engaged and productive. Recruit and retain committee volunteers. Financial Management and Sponsorship Own the district council budget; track revenues and expenses, manage to targets, and flag issues early. Lead or support sponsorship outreach and fulfillment.  Report on financial performance and ensure the council meets its annual targets. Operations and Administration Manage day-to-day operations including systems, databases, calendars, and records. Ensure compliance with ULI national policies and procedures. Supervise and coordinate with the part-time operations contractor. Handle member inquiries and serve as a responsive, professional point of contact. What We Are Looking For We need someone who knows how to run things. The right person is organized, credible with senior stakeholders, comfortable with financial accountability, and genuinely energized by the work of connecting people and building community. Nonprofit management, events, or district council experience. You have led programs or operations, not just supported them, and you are comfortable owning outcomes. Relationship-building skills. You can build trust quickly with members, community leaders, sponsors, and volunteers, and you understand that the relationships are the work. Financial acumen. You are comfortable owning a budget, tracking performance, and making sure the council does not spend more than it brings in.  Strong organizational skills. You manage a complex calendar, multiple committees, and competing deadlines without things falling through the cracks. Communication skills. You write clearly, communicate professionally, and represent the organization well in public settings. 3–6+ years of relevant experience. Nonprofit, association, real estate, urban planning, or community development backgrounds are all relevant. Bachelor’s degree required. Familiarity with real estate, land use, or urban development is a plus. You do not need to be an expert, but genuine curiosity will help you understand what our members care about. Based in Kansas City or willing to relocate. This role requires in-person presence at member events and in the community. What Success Looks Like In your first six months, you will get to know the member base, the committee structure, and the annual rhythm of the council. You will have built credibility with the incoming chair and key member leaders, and you will have delivered several events that show what this council is capable of. By the end of year one, we want you running the council with confidence: managing the budget to target, driving sponsorship revenue, leading committees through a productive program year, and positioning ULI Kansas City as an increasingly visible presence in the region. Working at ULI Kansas City A lean team where your contribution is visible and the work is directly connected to outcomes in the community. A member base that is active, engaged, and proud of what the council does. A growing city with national momentum. There is real energy here and a lot to build on. Direct access to ULI national resources, peer district council staff, and a mission-driven organization. Occasional national travel to ULI Fall and Spring Meetings. Evening and occasional weekend programming is part of the work. Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this position is $68,400 to $76,950 annually, which includes base salary and performance-based incentive eligibility. Compensation is determined by experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. ULI offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance; generous vacation leave; and retirement plan with employer match. Application Instructions To apply, please follow the link and submit a résumé and a letter of interest. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.   ULI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran or active military status, non-citizenship or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, familial status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by applicable law. EOE/m/f/d/v. No relocation reimbursement is offered at this time. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:15:56 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22336240/vp-enterprise-platforms-strategy https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22336240/vp-enterprise-platforms-strategy D.C., The Urban Land Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 48,000 members worldwide representing the full spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines across private enterprise and public service. ULI’s mission is to shape the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide. THE ROLE ULI is seeking a Vice President, Enterprise Platforms Strategy to lead the strategic direction, architecture, and long-term evolution of its enterprise platform ecosystem. This is a senior, highly visible role that serves as the strategic architect of ULI’s entire enterprise technology portfolio, spanning CRM/AMS, digital member platforms, marketing automation, finance and events systems, enterprise integrations, and the data and analytics infrastructure that underpins global organizational performance. A key partner across Membership, Marketing, Finance, Events, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Applications & Operations, the VP translates organizational priorities into platform strategy and ensures business-critical systems evolve cohesively and remain aligned with scalability and mission goals across global operations. This role focuses on strategy, governance, and architecture, not day-to-day infrastructure operations, application administration, or technical support. WHAT YOU WILL DO Enterprise platform strategy and architecture Define and maintain the long-term enterprise platform strategy aligned with organizational priorities, member lifecycle objectives, and growth needs. Lead enterprise architecture and platform alignment efforts across CRM/AMS platforms, integrations, digital platforms, and related business systems. Establish platform standards, architectural principles, and integration approaches that support scalability, interoperability, and operational efficiency. Evaluate emerging technologies and modernization opportunities; provide strategic recommendations tied to clear business value. Guide platform evolution to keep systems adaptable, integrated, and strategically aligned. CRM and enterprise ecosystem leadership Serve as executive steward of ULI’s full enterprise technology portfolio, encompassing CRM/AMS, digital member platforms, marketing automation, finance and events systems, and associated enterprise integrations. Partner with CRM Product Management leadership to align platform capabilities, roadmap priorities, and governance. Oversee enterprise integration strategy and interoperability across CRM, finance, marketing automation, analytics, web, and related systems. Support platform modernization, ecosystem simplification, and technical sustainability. Enterprise governance and organizational alignment Facilitate alignment among organizational priorities, platform capabilities, and long-term systems strategy across functional areas and global regions. Serve as the senior integration point across ULI’s three technology pillars: Enterprise Platforms Strategy, Enterprise Applications & Operations, and Data Analytics & Engineering, ensuring strategic alignment and coordinated investment planning. Establish and maintain the operating model governing how requirements, priorities, and delivery accountability flow across all three pillars, including escalation paths and cross-team handoffs. Lead development of business cases and ROI analyses supporting major platform investments and modernization initiatives. Partner with business leadership, Product Management, and Portfolio Management to support enterprise governance and prioritization. Platform modernization and transformation Lead strategic planning for platform modernization, migrations, upgrades, and ecosystem evolution. Partner with Enterprise Applications & Operations to support implementation and operational readiness for platform initiatives. Drive platform rationalization, technical debt reduction, and ecosystem simplification. Collaborate with Product Management, Data & Analytics, and Project Management to align modernization efforts with organizational priorities. Vendor and platform stewardship Lead strategic relationships with enterprise platform vendors, implementation partners, and technology providers. Evaluate vendor roadmaps and platform capabilities for long-term alignment with organizational strategy. Identify organizational risks, dependencies, and scalability considerations related to enterprise platforms and technology ecosystems. Team leadership and organizational development Directly supervise the Director, CRM Product Management and oversee work performed by external vendors, implementation partners, and consultants. Lead and mentor enterprise platform and product management staff, fostering a collaborative, service-oriented culture. Build organizational maturity in enterprise product management, platform governance, and systems thinking. Promote cross-functional collaboration, knowledge-sharing, documentation standards, and continuous improvement. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR Required Bachelor’s degree in information systems, business administration, technology management, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 10+ years of progressive experience leading enterprise platforms, CRM ecosystems, enterprise architecture, or digital transformation initiatives. Demonstrated experience leading enterprise technology strategy across a portfolio of interdependent platforms including CRM, digital engagement, analytics, and operational systems. Strong understanding of CRM/AMS ecosystems (NetFORUM experience strongly preferred), along with enterprise integrations, APIs, interoperability, and SaaS platform architecture. Experience overseeing complex platform ecosystems including CRM, digital platforms, analytics, and integrations. Demonstrated success facilitating cross-functional governance and decision-making related to enterprise systems and technology investments. Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship management skills; able to engage and align both technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to navigate organizational complexity, guide strategic trade-offs, and lead through change. Preferred Experience in a global association, nonprofit, professional society, or membership-driven organization. Familiarity with ULI’s CRM/AMS platform (NetFORUM) or comparable association management systems. Familiarity with enterprise product management, portfolio management, or PMO governance models. Experience with enterprise data governance, analytics enablement, or cross-platform reporting. Professional certifications in enterprise architecture, product management, business analysis, or change management. Azure experience helpful; familiarity with marketing automation, digital engagement, and member lifecycle systems a plus. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE In the first six months, a successful VP will have met with all major business leaders and built a clear picture of the next two years of strategic priorities. They will have designed a technology roadmap showing how those priorities will be met through platform solutions, coordinated with the Enterprise Applications Department on execution, and established strong working relationships with the Data & Analytics team to ensure platform strategy is cohesive with ULI’s overall data strategy. Critically, they will have begun implementing early improvements, not just planning. The right person is both a rigorous technical mind and a solutions-oriented partner to business leaders. They listen, understand organizational priorities, and translate them into platform strategy that the whole organization can get behind. Cultural fit and the ability to build trust quickly across a complex stakeholder landscape are as important as technical expertise. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The salary range for this position is $153,159 to $173,204. Actual compensation will be based on experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors.  ULI offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance; generous vacation leave; and retirement plan with employer match. WORKING CONDITIONS The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is committed to shaping the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide, and we embrace our core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusion, and excellence in service to our members. In alignment with the Board of Directors’ strong commitment to in-person collaboration, our roles require regular on-site presence to foster teamwork, innovation, and organizational effectiveness. ULI’s primary workplace remains its offices, where in-person collaboration supports our mission and service to members. ULI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran or active military status, non-citizenship or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, familial status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:18:48 -0400