Coordinator, Alumni Engagement

**Coordinator, Alumni Engagement**

**Introduction**

**Authentic Representation**

**The Opportunity**

As the Alumni Engagement Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning and executing the Alumni engagement program sessions throughout the academic year, as well as coordinating seasonal gatherings, career panels, mentorship activities, and other initiatives that keep alumni engaged and supported. You will collaborate with internal teams, industry partners, post-secondary institutions, and VoS alumni to curate meaningful resources, events, and networks that equip young adults for success in STEM beyond high school.

**Position Details**
- Contract Type/Term: Full-time (indefinite)
- Hours of Work/Schedule: 35 hours/week
- Location: Primarily remote, with occasional in-office days required for key meetings or events (Toronto, 71 Regent Park Boulevard + Remote)
- Available Positions: 1
- Salary: Starting $50,474,, along with a comprehensive benefits package (generous vacation allotment, RRSP contributions, and ongoing professional development opportunities).
- Reports To: Senior Manager, STEM Leaders
- Deadline to Apply: February 17, 2025

**Key Responsibilities**
- Coordinate and facilitate the Connect program schedule, including academic support sessions, leadership and personal development workshops, and job readiness activities aligned with fall, winter, spring, and summer themes.
- Organize events such as the Fall Post-Secondary Bootcamp, the Winter Visionary Summit, and Spring/Summer networking socials, ensuring each session provides actionable strategies, career exploration, and networking opportunities for alumni.
- Intermittently support a team of program staff to implement successful programming by fostering a high-performing environment that encourages effective youth engagement and innovation
- Collaborate with industry professionals, post-secondary institutions, mentors, and community partners to secure guest speakers, internships, and other career-related resources that enhance alumni academic and professional development.
- Manage and maintain participant records, event logistics, registration processes, and feedback collection to inform continuous improvement of programming.
- Support the development of tools, resources, and strategies that help alumni navigate post-secondary and career pathways—fostering confidence, competence, and a strong professional network in STEM fields.
- Communicate program updates, outcomes, and impact stories to internal and external stakeholders, contributing to a culture of transparency, collaboration, and results-driven practice.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for new partnerships, funding, and resource-sharing that strengthen VoS’s alumni engagement initiatives and broaden the support available to Connect participants and other alumni.
- Support the development of internal staff within the alumni cohort by providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities, ensuring they feel supported and empowered in their roles.

**Qualifications**
- At least 2-3 years of experience in program coordination, alumni relations, career services, or related fields, ideally within the nonprofit, education, or youth development sectors.
- Demonstrated experience working with youth from underserved communities or a strong understanding of STEM barriers impacting these communities.
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing workshops, events, or career development activities that support youth or young adults, especially in STEM contexts.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging diverse groups of participants, industry partners, and post-secondary institutions.
- Familiarity with issues related to post-secondary access, career readiness, and STEM diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Comfort using productivity, project management, and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Asana) and willingness to leverage new technologies and platforms to enhance alumni engagement.
- Adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to incorporating feedback and data into continuous improvement efforts.

**Preferred**:

- Background in STEM education, career counseling, or mentorship programs considered an asset.

**Application Process**
- Resume
- Statement of Interest (maximum 1 page)

By joining VoS as the Alumni Engagement Coordinator, you will shape the post-secondary and career journeys of emerging STEM professionals, ensuring they remain connected, supported, and inspired long after their initial VoS experience.

Pay: $50,474.00 per year