Coordinator, Alumni Relations

Job summary

The Coordinator oversees and executes regional events and programming to engage SFU alumni and global ambassadors. Responsibilities include financial administration of events, tracking engagement metrics, and supporting the stewardship of alumni volunteers and donors.

Job details

Union/Affiliation: Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA) Pay range: $69,102 to $82,420 annually SFU Department Descr: Advancement & Alumni Engagement Position Grade: 7 # of openings: 1 Biweekly Hours: 72 Who We Are Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do. SFU Alumni Relations engages with 200,000+ SFU alumni around the globe. Alumni are our priority. We support current and future SFU alumni for life. We do this by creating value beyond their education while building pride in SFU and fostering lifelong connections to each other and to the University—for their benefit and in support of SFU. Alumni come for support, updating their contact information, getting information on services, benefits, and events, inquiring about on-going educational opportunities, providing updates on their accomplishments, and volunteering their time and talent back to SFU to help with recruitment and/or students in need of mentors. About The Role The Coordinator, Alumni Relations provides oversight and support for SFU Alumni Relations’ regional events and engagement efforts. The Coordinator plans and executes SFU Alumni’s events and programming, including supporting activities led by global alumni ambassadors. The role provides day-to-day event management, contributes to event strategy and communications, and supports the stewardship and engagement of alumni volunteers and donors. The Coordinator supports the development and implementation of initiatives that advance Advancement and Alumni Engagement’s strategic priorities. The role is responsible for the financial administration of regional events, including budget tracking, vendor payments, internal invoicing, and reimbursements. The Coordinator also leads the compilation, review, coordination, and submission of alumni engagement metrics, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. SFU Alumni Relations is a highly collaborative team with multiple stakeholders across the institution. The team works in a hybrid model where 50% or more is spent in-person in the Burnaby campus. Skills The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills, qualities or core competencies needed to be successful in the role: Strong Relationships & Collaboration Skills Strong Communication skills - communicate clearly & effectively Highly Solutions & Results Focus High Professionalism & Integrity Strong Planning and Prioritizing skills Adept in Event Planning and Management Qualifications Bachelor's degree or diploma in Arts, Business Administration or Communications and two years of related experience in areas such as working with Indigenous and multicultural groups, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong analytical reasoning, problem solving, and organizational skills, with accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent budget management and financial administration skills with the ability to generate revenue. Ability to develop relationships and partnerships and to work collaboratively at all levels and areas within the organization. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work with information and records systems and access improvements when needed. What We Offer At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA): 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)* Hybrid-work program for eligible positions Employer paid defined benefit pension plan On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members* Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds* And more! Prorated for part-time employees Additional Information Position entails some domestic and international travel annually in support of alumni engagement and activities. Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment. SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].

What you’ll do

The Coordinator oversees and executes regional events and programming to engage SFU alumni and global ambassadors. Responsibilities include financial administration of events, tracking engagement metrics, and supporting the stewardship of alumni volunteers and donors.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree or diploma in Arts, Business Administration, or Communications with two years of related experience. Candidates must possess strong financial administration skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse multicultural groups.

Benefits

• 4 weeks vacation • Hybrid-work program • Employer paid defined benefit pension plan • On-campus tuition waiver • Off-campus tuition reimbursements • Professional development funds

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Relationship Management
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Solutions Focus
• Professionalism
• Planning
• Prioritizing
• Event Planning
• Event Management
• Budget Management
• Financial Administration
• Analytical Reasoning
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Attention To Detail

Job areas

• Education
• Administrative
• Marketing
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector