Alumni Engagement Coordinator

The Hidden Genius Project is a non-profit headquartered in Oakland, California, that trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to transform their lives and communities. The Hidden Genius Project seeks to reveal the true potential of Black male youth and empower them to become leaders who drive change from within their communities.

Through a student-centered, project-based approach, we invest in young Black men, equipping them with technology training and connecting them to an ecosystem of innovation and empowerment. Since its founding in 2012 and establishment of a full-time infrastructure in 2015, The Hidden Genius Project has expanded to operate Intensive Immersion Programs in Oakland, Richmond (CA), Los Angeles, Detroit, Chicago, Atlanta, and Baltimore. As we continue our national growth trajectory in 2026, we remain committed to delivering impactful programming while navigating the evolving landscape of public health challenges. Our vision is to continue expanding our reach and positively impacting thousands of young Black males and their communities.

Essential Functions:

Partnership in Genius Onboarding

Partner with The Hidden Genius Project staff, external partners, and volunteers to develop a smooth process introducing new genius families to the organization

External Stakeholder Engagement

As it relates to alumni, manage selection, onboarding, and coordination with external stakeholders regarding Genius College and career readiness efforts/needs

Expand Partnerships

Onboard and manage the Beyond 12 Coach and DCAC College Adviser.

Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with geniuses and partner organizations to connect opportunities, based on regional needs

Monitor regional alumni engagement, create Genius success plans, and offer mentorship for

current and former alumni.

Assist with cross-organization collaboration, volunteer coordination, and data reports.

Mentor and Supporter of Positive Youth Experience

Develop rich one-to-one connections with Immersion participants. Through mentorship relationships, identify holistic participant needs as they arise, and strategize with The Hidden Genius Project staff to develop a plan to address them. Solicit participant and parent/guardian feedback to guide responsive programmatic improvements to maximize participant enjoyment and success.

Identify Genius needs and wants to create a pipeline of support that provides a variety of opportunities that they vote for with their feet.

Alumni Event Coordination

Ongoing college and career readiness opportunities such as ( but not limited to) :

Summer Business Trips (career exposure)

College info night

Virtual trainings/apprenticeships

Supporting exit interviews

Alumni Data Management

Lead alumni data collection, analysis and management and delivery of reports

Liaison with Support Services Team

Work with the Support Services Team (including attending meetings) to identify, refer and deliver resources to Genius alumni, to support their holistic wellbeing.

Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with Geniuses and families to connect opportunities and increase engagement.

College Advising Fellow Management

In partnership with the Director of Strategic Initiatives, coordinate activities and objectives with College Advising Fellow(s) to implement college access and completion strategies.

General Program Support

As assigned by the supervisor, attend and support The Hidden Genius Project programs including ( but not limited to) Immersion Program (including college readiness/life skills presentations), End of Summer Celebration, Brothers Code, or other key programs.

Training, Technical Assistance, and Facilitation

Train The Hidden Genius Project staff and volunteers on relevant content and methods.

Engage relevant external stakeholders to assess capacity and needs towards implementing effective college and career access models.

Collaborate in designing strategies to scale impact and/or support systems-level implementation.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

Support additional organizational initiatives, community engagement efforts, and national programming as needed.

Contribute to ongoing curriculum development and refinement.

Assist with event planning, logistics, and facilitation.

General All-Staff Responsibilities:

Engage and mentor youth participants and colleagues through hands-on learning experiences.

Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all program participants.

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to optimize program delivery.

Participate in professional development and continuous learning opportunities.

Support a broad range of operational tasks outside of the standard job scope to ensure youth success, including logistical support, crisis response, and creative problem-solving.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required:

Must be a recent college graduate (BA/BS) with at least 2 years of college access experience

Able to work a flexible hybrid model, 3 days on-site, 2 days off, Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekends

Proven ability to organize and manage many tasks and projects simultaneously

Able to meet deadlines, plan events, and track data consistently

Ability to relate well with a diverse high school student population

Criminal Background Clearance.

Commitment to The Hidden Genius Project’s mission, youth development model, and the success of those around you.

Experience working in nonprofit, youth development, education, or technology sectors.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and mentorship skills.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required by the program schedule.

Adaptability to perform both essential, non-essential, and general functions to meet program demands.

Understanding of the nonprofit sector’s dynamic nature, where responsibilities may extend beyond the defined job description to address real-time organizational and youth needs.

Desired:

Access to reliable transportation to and from school sites. (Access to a reliable car is highly preferred)

Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and leadership skills

Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with others

Familiarity with culturally responsive teaching practices.

Previous experience mentoring youth from underrepresented communities.