LAGOS BUSINESS SCHOOL

Alumni Relations

Alumni Relations Officer

Lagos Business School (LBS) is the graduate business school of Pan-Atlantic University, dedicated to developing responsible leaders for Africa and the world. LBS is the first business school in West Africa to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA – placing it among the top 2% of business schools globally. Consistently ranked by the Financial Times: LBS is currently ranked #1 in Africa for Custom Executive Education.

Beyond its academic mandates, LBS plays a pivotal programmatic role in Nigeria’s economic landscape through its specialised Research Centres and Initiatives. Functioning as a “think-do tank,” the School anchors critical national interventions in key sectors, including financial inclusion, sustainability, and digital governance. By bridging the gap between rigorous research and practical application, LBS partners with government agencies and industry leaders to drive evidence-based policy, foster innovation, and solve complex societal challenges.

Role Summary:

The role is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and implementation of alumni engagement initiatives that strengthen and sustain meaningful relationships between Lagos Business School (LBS) and its alumni. The Alumni Officer assists in organising alumni events, managing alumni communications and records, supporting chapter activities, and facilitating programmes that promote alumni participation, networking, and lifelong engagement. The role also contributes to the effective delivery of the School’s alumni relations strategy, ensuring a positive alumni experience while supporting institutional growth, stakeholder engagement, and the advancement of the School’s mission.

Qualification and Experience

The Alumni Officer should possess strong relationship management, communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to support alumni engagement initiatives and foster meaningful relationships between the School and its alumni. The role requires proficiency in content creation, social media management, data gathering, and administrative support, as well as strong interpersonal, networking, and planning skills. Candidates should possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in any discipline. A qualification in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field will be an added advantage. Candidates should also have at least two (2) to four (4) years’ relevant experience in alumni relations, stakeholder engagement, communications, marketing, customer service, or a similar role.

The candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Create engaging content for communication with alumni and other stakeholders across various communication channels.
• Manage the relationship and engagement activities of assigned alumni classes, affinity groups, and regional chapters.
• Support the collection, updating, and management of alumni data to ensure the integrity of the alumni database.
• Coordinate the production and distribution of alumni financial membership cards.
• Develop content and implement initiatives to increase engagement within the School’s online alumni community.
• Create, update, and manage content for the alumni website and social media platforms.
• Source and collate articles, advertisements, and other relevant content for the School’s alumni magazine.
• Provide help desk support by responding to alumni enquiries and resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Prepare and disseminate the weekly alumni newsletter and other periodic communications.
• Support the implementation of alumni engagement strategies and programmes aimed at increasing alumni participation and involvement.
• Assist in planning and coordinating alumni events, meetings, and other engagement activities as assigned.
• Prepare reports on alumni engagement activities and maintain accurate records of communications and participation.

The candidate should also possess the following competencies:

• Relationship management
• Networking skills
• Content creation and communication
• Social media and digital engagement
• Data gathering and database management
• Planning and organisational skills
• General administrative skills
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Graphic design skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Initiative and creativity
• Result orientation
• Attention to detail
• Customer service orientation.

To apply:

Please submit a cover letter and your CV, including certified copies of your degrees and diplomas, to careers@lbs.edu.ng, using the subject line “Alumni Relations Officer-2026”

Individuals from previously disadvantaged population groups are encouraged to apply. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise. The University retains the right to verify all information provided by candidates. Should you not receive a reply within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: July 31, 2026