Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$69,102 to $82,420 annually

SFU Department Descr:

Advancement & Alumni Engagement

Position Grade:

7

# of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

72

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

SFU Alumni supports current and future SFU alumni for life by creating value beyond their education, while building pride in SFU and fostering lifelong connections to each other and to the University—for their benefit and in support of SFU. We create and cultivate exclusive opportunities for alumni, including a wide range of on and off campus programs, services and benefits, volunteer opportunities, and continuing education.

About the Role

This position is supported by the Empowering Indigenous Pathways project funded by the Mastercard Foundation’s Recognizing Leadership in Education Program. The Coordinator, Indigenous Alumni Initiatives,



will help strengthen connections between SFU and Indigenous students and alumni by creating meaningful opportunities for engagement, storytelling, and community building. Working across Alumni Relations and Ceremonies & Events, the Coordinator will plan and support Indigenous community-focused and informed events, gather feedback to inform future engagement initiatives, and help advance representation within key university celebrations, including convocation.

The ideal candidate is a relationship builder with a demonstrated commitment to Indigenous engagement, community development, and culturally informed practices. They bring strong coordination, communication, and partner engagement skills, along with the ability to listen deeply, build trust, and foster meaningful connections. Success in this role requires cultural humility, sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively with Indigenous communities, students, alumni, and university partners. Experience supporting engagement programs, gathering community feedback, and managing multiple priorities in a complex workplace would be considered an asset.

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📌 Coordinator, Indigenous Alumni Initiatives (Burnaby)
🏢 Simon Fraser University
📍 Burnaby