Alumni Relations Assistant

MDA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

York University in Toronto seeks a part-time Development and Alumni Relations assistant to support the Schulich School of Business initiatives. This casual role involves up to 24 hours per week, with emphasis on data preparation for rankings and engagement projects.

The position requires strong Microsoft Office skills, familiarity with Schulich programs, and reliable collaboration within the team. Applicants with prior advancement office exposure are preferred, and accessibility accommodations

Qualifications

• Two full-time years of undergraduate business education or MBA equivalent.
• Experience in an Advancement office is a plus.
• Experience in a business school environment preferred.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Development and Alumni Relations team and initiatives.
• Prepare data for projects related to the School's ranking and engagement efforts.

Skills

MS Office Publisher

Schulich knowledge

Analytical skills

Research skills

VPN usage

Time management

Flexibility

Teamwork

Confidentiality & discretion

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two full-time years undergraduate business education or MBA

Job description

Advancement and Alumni Engagement, Schulich School of Business

Affiliation *

YUSA 2 PT

Casual (up to 24 hours per week)

Job Start Date

09-08-2026

Job End Date

04-30-2027

Posting Intent

YUSA-2: This posting is visible to all York University employees. All interested persons may apply. The hiring unit will first consider applications from members of YUSA 2 with seniority

Band/Salary Grade *

U04

Compensation *

Hourly Rate:$25.70

Job Category

Advancement / Alumni Relations / Development

Purpose

The purpose of this position is to provide assistance to the Development and Alumni Relations team and its initiatives to further SSB's global alumni relationship building goals, plus support the data preparation for projects related to the School's ranking and other engagement efforts.

Education

Minimum completion of two full-time years of an undergraduate business education program at the university level, or one year of a graduate level management program (i.e. MBA).

Experience

• Past experience in an Advancement office setting will be considered an asset.
• Past experience working/volunteering in a business school environment will be considered an asset

Skills

1. 1. Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Suite, including Publisher, with some experience with its graphic design layout.
2. 2. Knowledge of Schulich School of Business, its programs, deliverables and outcomes. and the ability to contextualize and communicate these to others within the Alumni Relations frameworks of SSB.
3. 3. Problem solving and analytical skills. interviewing and active listening skills.Ability to research problems where solutions may not be readily apparent and facts may be incomplete. Ability to undertake further inquiry utilizing strong analysis and interpretation skills, and independent judgment.
4. 4. Research and Technical skills: Understanding of electronic business research resources and basic understanding of the corporate sector plus basic accounting. Ability to use routine office VPN equipment required.
5. 5. Time management: Ability to meet multiple deadlines and targets. operating within expected and established policies and procedural frameworks to achieve project deadlines.
6. 6. Flexibility and adaptability: shift and adapt to assigned priorities in order to respond to new opportunities or challenges presented.
7. 7. Able to work independently and as part of a team
8. 8. Confidentiality and ability to use discretion: Ability to uphold strict confidentiality of private and highly personal, sensitive information (i.e. alumni information), corporate strategy and other proprietary information. Knowledge of FIPPA an asset
9. 9. Interpersonal skills: Ability to exercise persuasion, both verbally and in written form, in the context of SSB's Development and Alumni Relations goals.
10. 10. Excellent attendance and punctuality essential.

Additional Notes

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

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PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.