Events & Alumni Officer    

Are you interested in joining a great school community and working with a team of awesome people who are passionate about the exciting world of education? 

Who are we?

Over the past 20 years, Aberdeen Hall has become a top-level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700 Preschool to Grade 12 children. Our Advancement team is committed to fostering growth, engagement, and a culture of philanthropy within our school. We support strategic initiatives, community outreach, and alumni relations, with a focus on strengthening ties within the broader school community and enhancing the experience of former students.

We have an opportunity on our Advancement team as an Events & Alumni Officer (position profile can be found here).  This role will commence on August 18, 2025.

We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity, and kindness. You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable, and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities.

What makes us different?

Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community-spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life, and a wide range of after-work activities.

Aberdeen Hall provides

Competitive Compensation for permanent roles at an annual salary of $60,000 to $80,000, inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of experience
Annual vacation time starting at 5 weeks with the opportunity to increase this in time
Open and collaborative culture
Comprehensive enhanced benefits package
RRSP contribution of 8% for employees that invest 4% of their salary
Financial Guidance from an Industry Professional
Personalized professional development plans
Newly built, inspiring campus setting
Well-established mentorship program

Position Summary

As a member of the Advancement Team, the Alumni and Events Officer will participate in developing the spirit of philanthropy and community at Aberdeen Hall. 

They are responsible for nurturing a vibrant alumni and community network and coordinating engaging events. This role involves designing and executing strategic communications to keep our community informed and connected through personalized newsletters, social media outreach, and targeted messaging. The officer will also be conceptualizing, planning, and executing a variety of events—from small reunions and networking sessions to larger fundraising initiatives—that support the school’s mission and foster community engagement.

In addition to managing alumni relations, the officer oversees all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, and budget management. By collaborating closely with school leadership, the development team, and external partners, the Alumni and Events Officer ensures that each initiative not only enhances participation but also contributes to the school’s overall development goals and long-term legacy.

Success Factors

Bachelor’s or experience in an event or fundraising environment 
Understanding of donor stewardship
Proficiency in fundraising and/or CRM software an asset
Computer skills: Google docs, sheets, slides,and Gmail 
Experience in an independent school setting is an asset

As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we strive to welcome students, families, and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.

The successful applicant to our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation and excellent long-term potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Please forward your resume and cover letter to Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources, at [email protected]

To learn more about us, visit www.aberdeenhall.com