"Alumni Relations Coordinator"

Job Description:

Te Rōpū Pāpori | Engagement
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Fixed-Term position until December 2026
• 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

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He hiahia, he pūkenga nōu ki te mahi a te Alumni Relations Coordinator? Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei.

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

As Alumni Relations Coordinator, you will play a key role in delivering meaningful engagement initiatives that strengthen lifelong relationships between the University and its alumni, students, and wider community.

Working closely with the Alumni Relations Manager, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio that spans events, communications, and alumni engagement activity. This includes:

• Coordinating and delivering end-to-end alumni events, including planning, budgeting, logistics, and on-the-day delivery
• Supporting the delivery of multi-channel communications, including newsletters, social media, website content, and alumni storytelling
• Researching, profiling, and writing alumni stories and features to celebrate achievements and strengthen connection
• Using CRM/database systems to identify, engage, and reconnect alumni, ensuring data is accurate and effectively utilised
• Collaborating with colleagues across the University to align alumni engagement activity with wider institutional priorities

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where no two days are the same, requiring strong organisation, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.

Mōu | Who You Are

You are an experienced coordinator with a background in events, communications, or stakeholder engagement, and you enjoy working in a fast-paced, relationship-focused environment.

You will bring:

• At least 3–5 years’ experience in event coordination, communications, alumni relations, or a similar field
• Proven experience delivering events and/or engagement initiatives, including planning and logistics
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to create engaging content for different audiences
• Experience using databases/CRM systems to manage and extract information (experience with Raiser's Edge is advantageous)
• Confidence using digital platforms such as Microsoft Office, LinkedIn, and social media tools
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A relevant bachelor’s degree (NZQA Level 7)
• An understanding of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga and a commitment to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi in your work is valued.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With

You will work with dynamic colleagues who consistently promote UC as an ideal study destination by building strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. This innovative team are committed to the value of the student experience. UC are proud of its alumni and friends, and we honour these achievements by building enduring relationships with our alumni and friends.

For more information about our department and team, please visit us Alumni & UC Foundation.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC

At UC, being part of our team means more than just a job. We are committed to supporting our kaimahi | staff’s career and wellbeing with benefits designed to help our kaimahi grow and feel connected, supported and valued.

We offer a range of benefits, for more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc. (For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/ )

The closing date for this position is: 31 March 2026 (midnight, NZ time)*Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.*

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.

Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency or hold a valid NZ work visa to be considered for this role.

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Job Details

Reference #	31380
Posted on	25 Mar 2026
Closes on	31 Mar 2026 23:55
Location(s)	Christchurch
Expertise	Communications, Project Management, Sales / Relationship Management
Job level(s)	Experienced
Work type(s)	Fixed term full-time
More details (document)	PD Alumni Relations Coordinator 2026.pdf

Posted: 25/03/2026