Alumni Development Assistant - UGH - RPT

Humber College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing Perks!

Job summary

The University of Guelph-Humber in Toronto is seeking an Alumni Development Assistant to manage alumni information, track engagement and donor activity, and support communications. Under the direction of the Manager of Transitions & Engagement, you will help plan and execute alumni engagement programs, prepare the monthly Alumni eNews, and respond to inquiries via email, phone and social media.

This regular part-time role offers a collaborative team, data-friendly work, and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field.
• Minimum two years of experience working with Alumni is preferred.
• Direct event management experience is required.
• Experience with Adobe Suite including InDesign and Illustrator is an asset.
• Familiarity with MailChimp is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Capture and manage alumni engagement and donor activity data.
• Support planning and execution of alumni events.
• Prepare monthly Alumni eNews and social media content.
• Serve as first contact via email, phone, and social channels.
• Maintain accurate alumni records.

Skills

Alumni relations

Event management

Communication

Data management

Microsoft Office

Education

University degree in a related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

MailChimp

Job description

Achieve Better Together at Guelph-Humber

At the University of Guelph-Humber, we offer career paths that open a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Guelph-Humber experience. Every day we work together to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in providing an education that offers a unique blend of academic and immersive, real work experiences combining theory and practice to solve practical problems. Join us!

If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to Guelph-Humber’s unique academic offering, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Job Details

Position Title: Alumni Development Assistant

Status: Regular Part-Time Support

Hours: 24 hours per week

Program/Department: Alumni Services, University of Guelph-Humber

Campus/Location: The University of Guelph-Humber (207 Humber College Blvd, Toronto) is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit.

Minimum Starting Salary: $32.61 - Max $37.81

About Alumni Services Department At The University Of Guelph-Humber

We are a small collaborative team serving the University of Guelph-Humber alumni community of over 18,000 alumni and supporting institutional donors. We help alumni stay connected through events, mentorship, and volunteer opportunities.

About The Alumni Development Assistant Role

Under the direction of the Manager of Transitions & Engagement, the Alumni Development Assistant acts as the key information management personnel for all University of Guelph-Humber alumni related activities and is responsible for accurately capturing, tracking and recording individual alumni engagement and donor activity as well as correspondences, alumni activity related media content, and alumni records updates.

The Alumni Development Assistant also assists the Alumni Advancement Coordinator in the planning and execution of all alumni engagement activities and programs. In addition, the Alumni Development Assistant is responsible for gathering content for, and sending out, the regular monthly Alumni eNews, social media postings, and acting as the first point of contact for all inquiries via email, phone, web and social media. Also, the Alumni Development Assistant assists in administering the institution's mentorship platform.

Job Family

Student Affairs and Services

Deadline to Apply

September 30, 2026

Job Posting

9/23/26

What You Bring To The Role

Education

• The successful candidate will have a university degree in a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience working with Alumni is preferred.
• Direct event management experience is required.
• Experience with the Adobe Suite including InDesign and Illustrator is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with MailChimp is preferred.

Skills

• High degree of tact, diplomacy, and professionalism
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Time-management and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, with ability to collect and maintain data with accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

At the University of Guelph-Humber, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Guelph-Humber.

Consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.

What’s In it for you?

• An opportunity to be a part of building the University of Guelph-Humber's future.
• Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Work/Life balance with above-average days off due to university closure schedules.
• Amazing Perks!

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity, and inclusion in a post-secondary environment. The University of Guelph-Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. The University of Guelph-Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At the University of Guelph-Humber, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).