Alumni Leadership

From left to right:

Tetsuro Kizaki
Class of 2011
City: Tokyo, Japan

Yamila Balderrama Sudan
Class of 2012
City: Madrid, Spain

Natalia Dare
Class of 2011
City: New York, NY

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General Responsibilities

Network and Engagement

Establish and build a strong network of alumni locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally; maintain regular communication via direct contact, email blasts, print publications, web pages, and social media outlets
Serve as a voice for the alumni of the Sohokai Alumni Association
Create greater awareness of engagement opportunities by promoting Sohokai Alumni Association events, strategically engage alumni by providing tangible benefits, strengthen current programs, and create new initiatives
Communicate beneficial information including, but not limited to: Soka news, career opportunities, alumni updates, giving opportunities, events, and more
Secure commitments from alumni to provide professional expertise as well as identify and cultivate alumni volunteer leaders

Liaison between Alumni and SUA

Serve as the primary liaison between Soka and Sohokai members around the world
Welcome graduating students and educate about alumni benefits and engage them in programs, duties, and logistical responsibilities
Arrange meetings, establish committees, support/oversee Class Representatives and Regional Chapters, and ensure strong and productive relationships between its members
Preside at meetings of the board and at general meetings of the association
Ensure accurate and complete alumni database records including contact, biographical and career information via surveys, correspondence, website, etc
Collect and maintain databases on updates of the membership for both the association and SUA
Promote and encourage alumni to nominate and self-nominate for the Class Representative positions
Promote and encourage alumni to apply for Regional Chapter Representative and professional interest group leadership roles
Support the continual development and growth of Regional Chapters and professional interest groups
Promote and encourage alumni to run for candidacy in the annual general elections for the Alumni Board of Representatives
Coordinate and oversee the nomination and voting proceedings for the Board of Representatives, Class Representatives, Regional Chapter Representatives, and professional interest groups
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

As a member of the Sohokai Alumni Association Board of Representatives, you will have an enriching opportunity to give back to your alma mater and a deeply rewarding chance to strengthen your connections in our inspiring alumni network. Through participating behind the scenes and in various events, you will have opportunities to gain leadership experience and develop new skills in event planning and implementation, developing and strengthening the alumni network, and managing various alumni committees.

Term of Office

Three years.

Qualifications for Candidacy

Must be a member of the Sohokai Alumni Association in good standing (see Section 2.3 of bylaws)
Be able to commit and serve a three-year term and attend the annual alumni meetings held at Soka in May (round trip flight and lodging will be paid by Soka)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and courteously with alumni, SUA staff, undergraduate students, and other partners
High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information

Representative Position Roles

The primary role of a Regional Chapter Leader is to strengthen their regional network, organize local events and gatherings, and connect and communicate with alumni living in their region. Regional Chapter Leaders are appointed to serve a three- to five-year term.

Practical Responsibilities

Communicate pertinent information to alumni living in their regional chapter
Plan at least one event or gathering per year
Keep an up-to-date record of alumni living in that area
Teleconference with the Board of Representatives every quarter

Regional Chapters

The regional chapters were established to play a key role in the global development of the alumni association’s network by creating more opportunities for alumni to connect at local gatherings and events attuned to a city’s culture and vibe. Below are the officially recognized regional chapters.

To establish a regional chapter, please email us at Sohokai@soka.edu.

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Tokyo Regional Chapter