Position Title: Advancement & Alumni Assistant
Closing Date: September 4, 2025
Employment Dates: October 27, 2025 – March 27, 2026
Hours of Work: 15 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $17.20/hour plus Vacation Pay as determined by HR Policy
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Alumni & Advancement Assistant will provide meaningful support to the Advancement Office in its efforts to foster strong relationships with alumni, donors, and the broader university community. This position plays a key role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of alumni and donor data, supporting the successful planning and execution of events, and contributing to strategic initiatives through targeted research.
The role offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, supportive environment and to gain hands-on experience in alumni relations, fundraising, and institutional advancement. This position is ideal for a student who is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to meaningful work that supports the university’s mission and enhances the alumni and donor experience.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
This position will assist with the following duties:
- Maintain and update alumni and donor records to ensure data accuracy and integrity
- Assist with the planning, coordination, and delivery of alumni and donor events
- Conduct research on prospective donors, policies, and programs to support strategic initiatives
- Contribute to data-informed decision making by compiling and organizing relevant information
- Collaborate with team members and campus partners to achieve institutional objectives.
- Perform general office tasks and provide administrative support as needed
To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter (in one document) referencing the job title in the subject line and three (3) references to studentjobs@nipissingu.ca. A separate email for each position must be submitted if applying for multiple positions.
We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. You must be able to provide proof of being a full-time post-secondary student, have a valid work study permit and a Social Insurance Number in order to work on-campus.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
