Director of Advancement

Surrey Christian School is a PreK-12 school of over 1,100 students located in Surrey, a diverse urban community just outside Vancouver. Our mission statement, ‘Educating for Wholeness by Engaging God’s World in the Servant Way of Jesus,’ invites our students and staff to partner with God in the restoration of His Kingdom, in the making of all things new.

At Surrey Christian School, our faith forms us, His love knows us, and the learning journey transforms us. We are a Christ-centred, diverse community dedicated to learning, inspiring students to become ‘fully alive in God’s story’, a place connecting faith and learning where both students and staff are known, included, and loved, as we embrace a journey of growth with hopeful wonder together.

Hear how Surrey Christian School has transformed our students, parents, and staff!

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Surrey Christian School is seeking a Christ-centred, visionary leader to serve as Director of Advancement, advancing the school’s mission and long-term sustainability by leading all development and fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation, stewardship, and resource generation aligned with strategic priorities. The role also provides integrated leadership across marketing, communications, and admissions to ensure a clear, compelling school identity, support enrollment growth, strengthen community engagement, and enhance the school’s visibility and reputation. Through this work, the Director builds and sustains strong relationships with families, donors, staff, volunteers, businesses, and community partners, fostering both relational depth and organizational growth.

The ideal candidate is passionate, relational, and articulate. They are focused on the big picture but can manage the small details; are effective communicators; and are driven to advocate for Surrey Christian School’s mission, vision, and values. To learn more about the specifics of this opportunity, please visit here for details.

We recognize that strong candidates don’t always meet every qualification. If your experience aligns with what we’re looking for and you’re excited about this role, we’d love to hear from you.  Applications should be sent to apply@surreychristian.com and include a current résumé, a cover letter outlining how your skills and experiences are suited to the position, a statement of faith, and a list of professional references, on or before April 24, 2026.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including an 8.05% defined benefit pension plan, extended health and insurance coverage, and ongoing professional development opportunities. The salary range is $80,000 to $110,200, based on experience and qualifications.

We encourage all applicants to view our website at www.surreychristian.com to learn more about our school.

Please note that candidates must be eligible to work in Canada (or have started the visa application process). We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.