Southridge acknowledges that we teach and learn on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the Kwantlen, Katzie, Tsawwassen, and Semiahmoo First Nations.

Southridge is a co-ed, independent day school located in South Surrey, British Columbia with 696 students enrolled in Kindergarten through Grade 12. We have a tradition of developing well-rounded students who have a love of learning, strong moral character, and confidence to make a difference in the world.

Southridge is affectionately described as ‘a lighthearted place of serious purpose’ and we want you to know…it’s true! If you’re passionate about building connected and caring relationships with students and colleagues and are committed to growing strong minds and good hearts through student-centered teaching and learning in a collegial and collaborative community that has fun and strives to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

We invite applications for a temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) , Alumni Relations Coordinator . This position will commence May 20, 2025, and will end on or before December 23, 2026.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

ALUMNI RELATIONS COORDINATOR (Temporary, Full Time – Maternity Leave)

Alumni Relations Coordinator will organize, and coordinate alumni programs, events, and initiatives designed to enhance and strengthen the relationship between Southridge and its 1500+ alumni. In addition, the Alumni Relations Coordinator will work with the Advancement team in support of the school’s fundraising and community relations events.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with the Director of Advancement and the Southridge School Alumni Association to implement an annual alumni relations plan that connects to the school’s overall strategic plan.
• Plans, organizes, and coordinates all alumni events, including class reunions, alumni barbeque, an annual holiday event, networking events, etc.
• Supports the Alumni Executive Board of the Alumni Association by distributing materials, scheduling meetings, recording, and distributing meeting minutes, and providing other administrative support.
• Creates and implements a strategic alumni social media strategy, regularly updating Alumni social media channels with relevant and interesting content.
• Leads the strategy, content development, and creation of the alumni e-newsletter (The Ridge Report).
• Supports the Advancement department’s communications strategy for events and activities, collaborating with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Captures alumni ‘stories’ for the purposes of Southridge web pages, newsletters, Spirit magazine, videos, and other Southridge communications and marketing channels.
• Establishes and builds relationships with alumni; maintains regular communication with alumni via direct contact, email distributions, alumni web pages, and print publications.
• Establishes and builds relationships with current faculty and staff, maintaining an awareness of all school programs and events to identify and/or create opportunities to connect current students and faculty with alumni.
• Works with the Director of Advancement in developing and implementing an alumni fundraising strategy.
• Works with the Post-Secondary Guidance & Career Education Department to coordinate the Alumni Mentorship Program, Career Day speakers and other initiatives.
• Ensures accurate and complete alumni database records; captures contact, biographical and career information of alumni via surveys, correspondence, website, social media, postal returns, etc.
• Provides hands-on support for the events, activities, and programs of the Advancement team and overall school community as needed.
• Collaborates with and supports the Events Manager to plan and conduct signature fundraising events, including an annual gala, golf tournament and country fair.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree plus at least 2 years’ experience in a similar role, i.e. constituent relations, advancement, volunteer relations, or event planning
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with anyone
• A strong and creative writer and communicator
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
• A passion and talent for event planning
• High degree of initiative – someone who embraces opportunities and works pro-actively
• Dependable and hard-working – someone who does what it takes to get the job done
• Sense of humour and positive attitude
• High degree of tact, diplomacy, and professionalism
• A passionate and collaborative team player; someone who thrives in a team environment to achieve overall organizational goals
• Superior computer and administrative skills
• A passion for Southridge School and alignment with the vision and mission of our amazing community
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

VALUES:

The ideal candidate will be aligned with values and mission of Southridge, will want to be an active member of a vibrant school community, and will demonstrate a desire to make a difference in the world. They will be someone who:

• Is a lifelong learner
• Has excellent study, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Is a creative and independent thinker
• Has a positive attitude
• Seeks their passion
• Believes in the value of trust, tolerance, compassion, and respect
• Understands the sacrifice and reward of community service
• Has an appreciation of, and a desire for, lifelong physical activity and fitness
• Commits to personal wellness
• Appreciates the arts and their contribution to a richer life
• Can work effectively as part of a team

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Southridge is excited to offer a competitive salary, with a pay scale the exceeds the Vancouver School District by 4%. Along with this, we have a comprehensive benefits package and a generous RRSP matching program, access to health and wellness activities including generous support for professional learning and development.

The salary range for this position is from $65,000 to $75,000. To ensure the safety and well-being of our community, preferred candidates will need to complete a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.

At the heart of our school is a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging. We strive to support an increasingly diverse community and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, please visit our page ‘How to Apply‘, where you’ll find easy-to-follow instructions for submitting your application through our online system. This posting will close on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

Learn More: Explore our website: southridge.ca to discover what makes our school a special place to work.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for consideration will be contacted.