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Terms of Reference - Alumni Development Centre (ADC)

1.1 The Alumni Development Centre (ADC) forms part of the Division of Students Development Affairs & Alumni (BHEPPA) and reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (DVC) of DSDAA, who in turn reports to the Vice-Chancellor and Board of Governors.
1.2 The staff in the ADC report to the Director/Coordinator of ADC, who in turn reports to DVC of BHEPPA.

2.1 Responsibilities:

(a) Compiling the unit’s annual plan and preparing the associated budget for approval.
(b) Overseeing the management of the funds allocated annually to any alumni structures, including financial reporting.
(c) Maintaining and updating the Alumni database.

2.2 Support for Alumni Associations/Chapters:

(a) Provide support with venues for meetings or events as approved by the Events Committee.
(b) Provide guidance and advice relating to relevant USM Rules.
(c) Provide advice on alumni relations activities, but not organise such events.
(d) Provide coverage or marketing of activities in ADC publications and platforms.

2.3 Guidance:

Provide guidance in terms of relevant USM Rules to the Alumni Associations/Chapters.

3.1 Establish networks and expertise of Alumni to benefit the University and students.
3.2 Encourage Alumni to “pay it forward” by investing knowledge and experience in their alma mater, nurturing cohesion, belonging, and loyalty.
3.3 Act in the best interest of the University and promote its stature and status at all times.