Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
SFU Alumni Relations engages with 200,000+ SFU alumni around the globe. Alumni are our priority. We support current and future SFU alumni for life. We do this by creating value beyond their education while building pride in SFU and fostering lifelong connections to each other and to the University—for their benefit and in support of SFU. Alumni come for support, updating their contact information, getting information on services, benefits, and events, inquiring about on-going educational opportunities, providing updates on their accomplishments, and volunteering their time and talent back to SFU to help with recruitment and/or students in need of mentors.
About the Role
The Coordinator, Alumni Relations provides oversight and support for SFU Alumni Relations’ regional events and engagement efforts. The role provides essential, integrated support to ensure the smooth operation of the Alumni Relations Office’s administrative, financial, and engagement functions. The role is responsible for overseeing the alumni Helpdesk as well as the stewardship and engagement of SFU Alumni’s partnerships with affinity, discount, and community partners who provide valuable benefits and services to alumni. They are also responsible for the financial administration of alumni events and sponsorships, including revenue and budget tracking, vendor payments, invoicing, plus data management. The Coordinator supports the development and implementation of initiatives that advance Advancement and Alumni Engagement’s strategic priorities and serves as a front-line representative for Alumni Relations. The team works in a hybrid model where 50% or more is spent in-person in the Burnaby campus.
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, qualities or core cometencies needed to be successful in the role:
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Strong relationships & collaboration skills
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Strong planning and prioritizing skills
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Strong administrative skills
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Provides outstanding service
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High professionalism & integrity
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Communicates clearly and effectively
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Creative and Innovative
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Respectful and inclusive
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