Alum Relations Manager

CAIS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

Vacation time

RRSP

Parking

Transit support

Job summary

St. Clement’s School in Toronto is seeking an Alum Relations Manager to lead the strategic growth of its alumni network of 4,000+ with mentorship, volunteering, and lifelong engagement.

You will partner with the Alum Association President and school leaders to plan priorities, coordinate events, communications, and volunteer opportunities while linking alums to the life of the School. The role offers a competitive salary of 82,000–100,000 CAD per year, comprehensive benefits, generous vacation,

Qualifications

• Experience in alum relations, fundraising, or community engagement.
• University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships within the SCS community.
• Experience managing events, programs, and constituent engagement initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and strategic planning skills.
• Experience with Blackbaud RE NXT or donor management systems.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Foster and sustain meaningful relationships with alums through personal outreach, meetings, events, and communications.
• Provide strategic leadership to evolve the alum relations program while preserving valued traditions.
• Building upon data to foster connectedness, involvement, and philanthropic participation.
• Serve as the primary contact for the Alum Association President and volunteer leaders.
• Work to establish program priorities and develop plans for events, meetings, and communications.
• Track, monitor, evaluate, and report on alum engagement goals, participation metrics, and program outcomes.
• Collaborate across the School to source engagement and volunteer opportunities for alums.

Skills

Alumni relations

Fundraising

Community engagement

Events management

Donor engagement

Communications

Strategic planning

Blackbaud RE NXT

Time management

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

Blackbaud RE NXT

Job description

Reporting to the Executive Director of Advancement, the Alum Relations Manager (“Manager”) is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the SCS alum relations program. Building on a strong foundation of meaningful alum involvement, volunteer leadership, and community connection, the Manager is responsible for deepening relationships with our global network of more than 4,000 alums and creating opportunities for lifelong engagement, mentorship, volunteerism, networking, and philanthropy.

Working collaboratively across the Advancement team and with key members of the school community, the Manager develops and implements strategies that strengthen alum participation and affinity while fostering interest in the School's activities and strategic priorities. The role works in partnership with the Alum Association President and Executive to establish priorities, develop annual plans, and provide strategic and creative leadership for initiatives that actively connects alums to one another and to the life of the School.

Working alongside the fundraising and stewardship team, the Manager will assist in growing a culture of philanthropy amongst alums, leveraging a well-established and engaged alum network in support of the School's mission and strategic priorities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Alum Engagement and Strategy

• Foster and sustain meaningful relationships with alums through personal outreach, meetings, events, and communications;
• Provide creative and strategic leadership to enhance and evolve our alum relations program while preserving the traditions and experiences most valued by our alum community;
• Building upon SCS’ recent alum engagement survey data, utilize data to foster and strengthen connectedness, involvement, and philanthropic participation for our alums at all ages and stages;
• Serve as the primary contact for the Alum Association President and Executive, Class Representatives, and other volunteer leaders;
• Work to establish program priorities that supplement the School’s strategic priorities; develop plans including events, meetings, volunteer opportunities, and communications;
• Track, monitor, evaluate, and report on alum engagement goals, participation metrics, and program outcomes; and
• Collaborate school-wide to source engagement and volunteer opportunities for alums to participate in the life and learning of the School.

Fundraising and Donor Development

• Contribute to the School's fundraising objectives by assisting to develop and strengthen a culture of philanthropy among alums;
• Ensure engagement and fundraising efforts are aligned, creating meaningful opportunities for alums to deepen their connection to the School through both participation and philanthropy;
• Assist in the identification of emerging philanthropic leaders and support the development of a sustainable pipeline of future donors and volunteers;
• Collaborate with fundraising staff on donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies, to develop and implement thoughtful engagement and relationship-management initiatives focused on the alum community; and
• Assist in the development of reunion giving strategies, working closely with volunteer leaders to encourage participation and philanthropic support of Class Gift endowments.

Communications, Events, and Administration

• In consultation with the Communications team, develop and oversee an annual alum communications strategy utilizing multi-channel communications. This work includes event and marketing pieces, social media content, web content, etc.;
• Working alongside the Special Events and Community Engagement Officer, plan and execute alum events, including Reunion Weekend, Homecoming, Holiday Party, Regional Reunions, Gold Award, Alum Scholar Award, networking opportunities, volunteer recognition initiatives, and other community-building programs;
• Alum Platform (SCS Connect) management including updates, approvals, registrations, newsletter and content development and mail preparation; alum correspondence utilizing strategic methods of communication; content planning and development for the alum newsletter ‘SCS Connect’;
• Manage the alum relations budget and resources, ensuring effective use of funds and alignment with departmental priorities;
• Develop a high degree of proficiency with the Advancement Office’s database system, Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT. Maintain accurate and complete alum constituent records, prepare reports, and action items;
• Identify and recruit volunteers for events, Boards, and Committees;
• Represent SCS at school, alum, and community events; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND ATTRIBUTES OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Experience in alum relations, fundraising, community engagement, or a related field;
• University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Demonstrated ability to build meaningful relationships within the SCS community;
• Experience managing events, programs, and constituent engagement initiatives;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organizational and strategic planning skills;
• Experience with Blackbaud RE NXT or similar donor management systems;
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends; and
• Valid driver's licence and access to reliable transportation.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS OFFERED

The salary range for this position is between $82,000 - $100,000 per annum, in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan, generous vacation time and an RRSP after one year of service. We also offer subsidized parking or TTC transit fare and subsidized lunch in our Cafeteria during the school year.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This posting reflects an upcoming vacancy. Candidates interviewed will be notified of the outcome within 45 days of their interview. AI may be used in the screening process.

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

As a leading independent girls’ school in Toronto, St. Clement’s School is recognized for its longstanding commitment to academic rigour and excellence in a small, nurturing environment. We’re a close-knit community that celebrates creativity, diversity, and innovation, where students from Grades 1 to 12 live, learn, and grow together under one roof. At SCS, every student is known and valued, and the same can be said of our staff.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and generous vacation time. We support and encourage ongoing professional development. To learn more about SCS and our career opportunities, please visit our website at https://www.scs.on.ca/about-scs/careers/.

DIVERSITY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

St. Clement’s School is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value each community member’s identity and well-being. Together, we learn and grow by embracing multiple perspectives, experiences, and cultures. Our differences are our strengths.

St. Clement’s is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations will be provided upon request to support applicants with disabilities throughout our recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation please advise us during our initial conversation, and we will work with you to meet your needs.