Elmwood School is a learning community of professionals who are passionate about education and embrace our values of respect, innovation, collaboration, integrity, and responsibility. Each one of us understands the power of our opportunity to inspire and support our students to challenge themselves and discover their true potential. Our school is more than a place to work. It’s a place where you can positively impact the life and development of young girls and grow as a professional, a leader, and a colleague.

If you are an energetic, committed educator with an equal passion for your subject area and for teaching girls, we are keen to hear from you. Let us know about your teaching philosophy, your experience both inside and outside of the classroom, and why Elmwood might be the right match for you. Elmwood actively seeks educators of diverse backgrounds, interests, and talents, particularly those with experience teaching in an International Baccalaureate school.

We offer competitive compensation, a variety of benefits and supports, and a thought-provoking and inspirational environment.

Development Coordinator (Full-Time)

Reports to: Director of Development and Community Engagement
Start Date: August 1, 2026
Location: Elmwood School, Ottawa

Elmwood School is seeking a highly organized, relationship-oriented, and dynamic Development Coordinator to join the Advancement team. Reporting to the Director of Development & Community Engagement, this role will support a wide range of fundraising, donor relations, alumni engagement, communications, and event initiatives that strengthen and grow the Elmwood community.

The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, detail-oriented, and energized by meaningful work. They bring demonstrated fundraising experience, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and a warm, professional approach to relationship-building. This individual will play an important role in the execution of advancement events, donor stewardship, fundraising operations, and development-related communications, while working closely with colleagues across the school. The Development Coordinator will also support the planning, coordination, and momentum-building efforts related to Elmwood’s capital campaign and broader strategic fundraising priorities.

This is an exciting chance to contribute to a mission-driven, values-based environment dedicated to supporting girls’ education.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Execution





- Assist, coordinate, and execute advancement events (donor events, alumni gatherings, stewardship events, assist on admission events, fundraising initiatives)

- Manage logistics including timelines, vendors, invitations, guest lists, and on-site execution

- Support post-event follow-up and stewardship activities

Donor & Alumni Relations & Stewardship

- Assist in cultivating and maintaining positive donor relationships

- Support donor communications, acknowledgements, and stewardship touchpoints

- Help prepare materials for donor meetings and engagement opportunities

Donor Research & Meeting Coordination

- Assist in donor and prospect research to support cultivation strategies

- Identify and compile relevant background information for meetings

- Coordinate and schedule donor visits and meetings where appropriate

Fundraising Support

- Provide operational and administrative support for fundraising campaigns

- Assist with tracking pledges, gifts, and engagement activity

- Support donor pipeline management

Communications Collaboration

- Liaise closely with the Communications team on campaign needs

- Coordinate content requirements for:

- Social media

- Email communications

- Outreach materials

- Event promotion

- Ensure alignment between development priorities and messaging

- Assist in the execution of social media campaigns and development-related digital communications

- Bring demonstrated social media expertise, including an understanding of content creation, audience engagement, and platform best practices

Administrative Support

- Provide administrative assistance to the Director of Development & Community Engagement

- Maintain accurate donor records and database updates in Veracross

- Support general advancement office needs as required

Qualifications & Experience

- Demonstrated fundraising experience required

- Experience in an independent school or educational environment strongly preferred

- Proven experience supporting events or project coordination

- Strong organizational and time-management skills





- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

- Professional, warm, and donor-focused demeanor

- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Key Competencies

- Relationship-building and interpersonal skills

- Attention to detail

- Initiative and problem-solving ability

- Collaborative mindset

- Adaptability and flexibility

Compensation

- Salary range $55,000 - $70,000

- Compensation commensurate with experience

Why Join Elmwood

- Be part of a mission-driven, values-based community

- Contribute to meaningful work supporting girls’ education

- Work within a collaborative, creative, and supportive team

Elmwood School is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who are members of groups that historically and/or currently face barriers to equity. We would be pleased to offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require a code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

About Elmwood School

Founded in 1915, Elmwood School is an independent day school for girls from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12, located in Ottawa, Ontario. As the first school in North America accredited in all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, Elmwood is a global leader in girls’ education—known for nurturing confidence, curiosity, and compassion. Our faculty and staff share a deep commitment to helping every student become lifted and unstoppable.

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Apply today and become part of a team. Email your cover letter and resumé to [email protected] and put “Development Coordinator” in the subject line.

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📌 Development Coordinator (Full-Time) (Ottawa)
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