Head of Advancement, Alumni and Community Relations.

at Mabin School, The, Toronto, Canada

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Salary

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Closing date

4 December 2026

Start

Not given in the advert

Type of post

Administration and business
A support post, not a teaching post.

Contract

full time

First seen

4 November 2026, on a public job listing

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Since 1980, The Mabin School has been at the forefront of progressive education. Its mission is to create the next generation of original thinkers, adaptive leaders and caring citizens. A progressive, co-educational, JK-Grade 6 school in downtown Toronto, it is unapologetically small and feels like a family. The Mabin School is Canada’s first independent Ashoka Changemaker School, and are recognized for instilling the qualities of leadership, teamwork, problem-solving and, most of all, empathy. Its students lead the way as they co-create a new curriculum every year based on its students’ emergent interests and questions. From the beginning, Mabin has focused on the 4Rs: Reading, ‘Rithmetic, ‘Riting, and Relationship. The social-emotional curriculum is woven through every subject every day. It is within this context that we welcome applications for the Head of Advancement, Alumni and Community Relations. Reporting to the Principal Simone Gravesande, the Head of Advancement, Alumni and Community Relations (Head) is a key member of the senior team and is expected to actively contribute to the overall success and functioning of the School. This Head has the full responsibility for all three areas of the portfolio. Regarding advancement, the Head will continue to develop the culture of philanthropy at the school and with its current and prospective donors; create and implement a comprehensive advancement plan; and work in partnership with the Advancement Committee of the Board. The Alumni and Community relations aspect of the role includes fostering a sense of community among students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff; developing community partnerships; and serving as an ambassador for the School throughout the community. Candidates should be fundraisers with, ideally, experience acquired through a campaign environment and/or a role within an advancement team at an educational institution. You have cultivated relationships with donors and are adept at building and sustaining strong relationships with sector colleagues, community leaders, and staff. If this extends to students, alumni and parents, please ensure to highlight this in your application materials. You have knowledge of relevant charity regulations and CRA guidelines. Your interpersonal style is described as welcoming, thoughtful and professional. You are comfortable engaging with various constituencies in both small and large groups, and as acting as a spokesperson for an organization. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized institution, and have a demonstratable commitment to valuing diversity, sustainability and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. To learn more about this opportunity with The Mabin School, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Caroline McLean (Caroline@griffithgroup.ca) or visit https://griffithgroup.ca/mabin-school-head-advancement/.

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