Fundraising and Alumni Coordinator

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Wellington; On-site; NZD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Queen Margaret College in Wellington is seeking a Fundraising and Alumni Coordinator for a permanent part-time role (20 hours per week). The position supports communications across fundraising, alumni relations and events, reporting to the Fundraising and Alumni Manager, and helps engage donors, alumni, parents, and the wider school community.

We value strong writing, digital skills, and proactive teamwork.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in communications, marketing, events, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confidence using digital tools, including email marketing platforms, CRM databases, and MS Office
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to create clear, engaging content across email, web, and social channels
• A proactive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive information
• Comfortable supporting events, logistics, and stakeholder engagement activities

Responsibilities

• Support communications and engagement across fundraising, alumni relations and events
• Create donor and alumni communications
• Contribute to fundraising campaigns
• Assist with planning and delivery of events

Skills

Content creation

Email marketing

CRM databases

MS Office

Event coordination

Education

Communications/marketing/events qualification

Tools

CRM databases

Email marketing platforms

Job description

Applications Close Wednesday 9 September, 4pm

Permanent/ Part Time (20 hours per week)

Queen Margaret College (QMC) is Wellington’s leading independent school for girls and young women providing modern a boarding experience and a co-educational Preschool. Located in the heart of our vibrant capital, we’re a modern, inclusive, and forward-thinking community that welcomes students and staff from all backgrounds. We’re proud of our values-driven culture that nurtures individual and collective hauora (wellbeing), and we’re committed to empowering every learner to flourish.

The Fundraising and Alumni Coordinator plays a key supporting role in delivering effective communications and engagement across fundraising, alumni relations, and events. Reporting to the Fundraising and Alumni Manager, this position helps create donor and alumni communications, contributes to fundraising campaigns, and supports the planning and delivery of events. The role blends strong organisation with creative communication skills to ensure alumni, donors, parents, and the wider community stay informed, engaged, and connected to the life and future of Queen Margaret College.

We are seeking someone with:

Relevant qualification in communications, marketing, events, or a related field

Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail

Confidence using digital tools, including email marketing platforms, CRM databases, and MS Office

Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to create clear, engaging content across email, web, and social channels

A proactive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

High level of discretion when handling sensitive information

Comfortable supporting events, logistics, and stakeholder engagement activities

Ngā whakareinga | What we offer

Our staff have access to a wide range of professional development opportunities as part of our ongoing commitment to continuous learning and development. We have a positive, supportive culture with people at its heart. We also offer a competitive remuneration.

We operate safer recruitment practices and undertake rigorous screening and safety checking processes for all roles that involve contact with children.

To be considered for this role you must be able to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Enrolment Coordinator?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Fundraiser?