Community and Advancement Director

The Calgary Jewish Academy is excited to announce an opening for a Community and Advancement Director. This part-time role will be approximately a 20-hour per week commitment, depending on the time of year.

The Calgary Jewish Academy is committed to attracting energetic, dedicated and innovative teachers and staff who share our vision of making the CJA the best Jewish Day school in Canada. Our faculty and staff are an integral part of the CJA community. Their passion for teaching or working with students, their commitment to the school, and their dedication to our students, is what sets us apart.

CJA faculty and staff immerse themselves in school life: from coaching athletic teams, sponsoring clubs, chaperoning school trips, to heading up numerous extra-curricular activities. Teachers and staff get to know our students one-on-one. Each day at the CJA is different. Each day at the CJA is rewarding.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as the main contact for community stakeholders, including parents, grandparents,
local businesses, and broader Jewish community organizations (e.g., Calgary Jewish
Federation, Prizmah, PJ Library, and the Life and Legacy Program).
Manage donations received by the school.
Represent the school at community events, networking functions, and other public forums.
Working closely with the Marketing and Communications Specialist, build and maintain
strong relationships with media outlets (e.g., Alberta Jewish News, Canadian Jewish News).
Seek out and apply for grants that would be valuable to a school setting.
With the Event Planning Specialist, plan and execute special events that advance the
school’s mission and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, such as fundraising
galas, open houses, and donor appreciation events.
Work closely with the Event Planning Specialist on events including the yearly Gala,
Grandparents and Grandpals Day, annual Latke Lunch, open houses, grade specific
milestone programs, Year End BBQ.

Collaboration with School Leadership:

Work closely with the Head of School/Principal and the governance Board to align
advancement goals with the school’s strategic priorities.
Provide monthly reports and updates on advancement activities, fundraising progress, and
community engagement initiatives.

Budget and Reporting:

Develop and manage the advancement budget, ensuring cost-effective initiatives that align
with financial goals.
Prepare and present reports on fundraising performance and donor engagement outcomes
to the Head of School/Principal and the governance Board.

Coordination with Parents’ Association:

Collaborate with the CJA Parent Association (CJA-PA) to support fundraising efforts,
including bingo nights, casinos, raffles, and other community events.
Provide guidance and support for PA initiatives to ensure alignment with the school’s
advancement strategies.
Assist in planning and executing PA events to raise funds and engage the broader school
community.

Jewish Heritage and Culture:

Ensure all advancement activities reflect the school’s commitment to Jewish values,
culture, and tradition.
Work with the Head of School/Principal and Head of Judaic Studies to integrate meaningful
Jewish elements into community events and fundraising efforts.

What You Can Expect

A competitive hourly rate.
Monetary rewards for achieving fundraising goals
A dynamic, challenging and caring work environment.

We look forward to receiving applications from our talented team members who are passionate
about enhancing our school’s community engagement and advancing fundraising. If you are
interested in this exciting opportunity, please email your resume to hr@cja.ab.ca, indicating which
job you are applying for, prior to 5:00 pm on January 17, 2025.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that our differences
drive innovation and make us stronger. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences,
and perspectives to apply.

January 10, 2025 | Job Posting