Manager of Advancement and Communications

Regent College; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carey Theological College is seeking a strategic Manager of Advancement and Communications to lead its communication and engagement initiatives. This full-time position, based on the UBC campus in Vancouver, offers an exciting opportunity to shape the College's public image and strengthen its alumni relations amidst a transformative period.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Extended health and dental benefits

Employer-contributed pension plan

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of professional experience in advancement, communications, or alumni relations.
• Strong writing skills for faith-based and nonprofit audiences.
• Experience in higher education or ministry settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a sustainable advancement framework for alumni engagement and donor cultivation.
• Lead integrated communications strategy across all business units.
• Define and track KPIs related to advancement and brand performance.

Skills

Strategic marketing

Storytelling

Brand strategy

Public relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, HubSpot)

Job description

Join Us at Carey Theological College — A Place of Renewal, Rigor, and Conviction

Situated on the beautiful UBC campus in Vancouver, where Carey has served students and churches for over six decades, Carey Theological College is undergoing an ambitious transformation. This is not a traditional institutional posting—it’s a call to help rebuild something that matters. Carey is repositioning itself with the boldness of a startup, but the foundation of a historic, conservative evangelical tradition. We are re-establishing our identity around theological clarity, classical formation, and the unchanging truths of Scripture. We are looking for those who are battle-tested—both spiritually and professionally. People who will not drift, who lead with conviction, and who are energized by the hard, often unseen work of rebuilding systems, culture, and mission. This is a role for builders, not maintainers. For those who want to leave behind institutional drift and help shape a place where truth is not only taught—but embodied. Roles at Carey are not static. They are designed to grow and evolve as the College itself is renewed. If you’re ready to embrace complexity, bring order to chaos, and serve something larger than yourself, then we invite you to consider joining us.

Position Summary

The Manager of Advancement and Communications holds a rare and exciting opportunity to help shape the public voice and future growth of Carey Theological College. At a time of institutional renewal, this role invites a creative and strategic leader to build something lasting—connecting people to mission, cultivating a deeply engaged alumni community, and telling stories that inspire generosity, formation, and faithfulness. Reporting to the Director of Operations and Finance, the Manager leads Carey’s advancement and communications strategy across alumni engagement, donor stewardship, brand expression, and lifecycle communications. The position spans all three business units—College, Hotel, and Student Residences—and plays a foundational role in designing Carey’s next-generation development infrastructure. At this formative stage, the Manager will establish a sustainable advancement framework that integrates alumni relations, donor cultivation, and institutional storytelling. This includes implementing Carey’s first CRM system for advancement purposes and collaborating closely with enrollment leads to strengthen recruitment messaging and outreach. As Carey repositions itself in the theological education landscape, this role becomes a key voice-bearer—shaping the narrative, deepening relational trust, and stewarding a brand rooted in classical Christian education and the wisdom of historic Protestantism. Over time, this position may evolve into a senior leadership portfolio or specialize into advancement, communications, or alumni engagement functions.

Key Responsibilities

Advancement & Alumni Engagement

• Develop and implement a sustainable advancement framework for alumni engagement, donor cultivation, and storytelling
• Support CRM implementation for contact segmentation, campaign workflows, and engagement tracking
• Build systems and relationships to cultivate and steward alumni, donors, and ministry partners
• Plan and execute alumni communications, digital engagement strategies, and in-person or virtual touchpoints
• Contribute to fundraising campaigns, grant proposals, and donor recognition activities
• Track engagement outcomes and provide internal reporting on advancement activity

Marketing & Communications

• Lead Carey’s integrated communications strategy across all business units to ensure brand clarity and consistency
• Serve as brand steward for visual identity, messaging tone, and institutional positioning
• Write and edit content for newsletters, student recruitment materials, donor updates, press releases, and web content
• Coordinate production of marketing assets to support recruitment, hotel promotion, and residence occupancy
• Manage Carey’s website and social media platforms in alignment with institutional rebranding and strategy

Strategic Collaboration & Lifecycle Integration

• Collaborate with the President’s Office to align messaging and institutional storytelling
• Support student recruitment efforts by creating communications tools and campaigns in partnership with the enrollment team
• Partner with the Manager of Digital and Operational Systems to integrate CRM tools and embed advancement data into lifecycle engagement
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that elevate Carey’s visibility, including campaign launches and brand-driven projects

Performance, Learning & Continuous Improvement

• Define and track KPIs related to advancement, engagement, and brand performance
• Use analytics and CRM reporting to inform strategy, planning, and campaign optimization
• Monitor expenditures and help manage budgets related to advancement, communications, and alumni engagement
• Foster a culture of excellence, transparency, and continuous learning in all communications and development activities

Qualifications & Experience

Spiritual & Missional Alignment

• A personal commitment to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and a life shaped by biblical truth, spiritual maturity, and alignment with the Classical Protestant Tradition
• Demonstrated love for the Church and a calling to serve in a Christ-centered, discipleship-focused institution
• Resonance with Carey’s mission and desire to contribute to a culture of formation, faithfulness, and theological clarity

Professional Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in advancement, communications, alumni relations, or strategic marketing
• Strong writing and storytelling skills for faith-based and nonprofit audiences
• Experience with brand strategy, content development, and multichannel communication campaigns
• Familiarity with CRM systems such as Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or ministry settings preferred
• Demonstrated cross-functional collaboration and adaptability in a startup-like environment

Education & Training

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in communications, marketing, public relations, classical liberal arts, or a related field
• Formal training in donor engagement, alumni relations, or digital marketing is an asset
• Ongoing professional development in advancement, CRM, or nonprofit leadership encouraged

Compensation & How to Apply

This is a full-time position based at Carey Theological College on the UBC campus in Vancouver, BC. The salary range for this role is $75,000–$95,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Carey offers a generous benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Employer-contributed pension plan
• A flexible, hybrid work environment with regular on-campus collaboration expected

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.