Coordinator, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location:

Coquitlam Campus

Salary Range: $56,671.00 annually (with wage increments to a max of $63,636.00 annually). Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Reporting to the Director, Foundation and Alumni Relations or the Manager, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations, the Coordinator, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations provides program implementation and coordination support to the philanthropy and alumni relations programs at Douglas College Foundation. The Coordinator participates in on‑going fundraising, stewardship, alumni events and programming and supports the development and implementation of new unit initiatives that advance the Foundation's priorities and strategic plans.

Do what you love. Be good t's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work‑life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit‑accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined‑Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

For more benefits information, !

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration and/or completion of two or more Fundamentals of Fundraising courses (AFP or other accredited post‑secondary institution) plus two years of related experience (fundraising preferred);
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated success in securing gifts in the $5,000–$25,000 range;
• Proven ability to develop and sustain relationships with current and prospective donors and volunteers through a moves management cycle, which converts to a gift by the prospect to the organization;
• Experience in working with and securing Affinity partnerships or business development;
• Experience managing, executing and evaluating communication strategy that effectively integrates institutional priorities and messaging into Alumni communications and activities.

For the Full Job Description, .

• This regular full‑time (35 hours per week) position is available starting February 23, 2026.
• Regular hours of work are Monday‑Friday, 9am – 5pm. Shift days and times may change depending on the Department's need. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.
• The position is located at the Coquitlam campus; however, successful candidate must be available for occasional work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations.
• Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees. A modified/flexible schedule and/or hybrid work from home arrangement may be considered, subject to the terms of the College's Work From Home Policy.

Posting Number 02697SA Position Title Coordinator, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations Anticipated Start Date 02/23/2026 End Date Needs a Criminal Records Check No

Open Date 01/23/2026 Close Date 01/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Qualified internal applicants must apply by January 30, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.