Administrative Assistant

Candidates who meet the Education and Experience requirements will be assessed on the following qualifications. The assessment may be a written test, an interview, an in-basket exercise, a skills test, or any combination of these methods.

Abilities:

• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using a clear and organized structure;

• Provide excellent client service in person, by telephone, and electronically;

• Research, analyse, and evaluate information effectively;

• Manage multiple competing demands, organize time, and work effectively to meet deadlines;

• Assist with the organization and implementation of multiple events, while meeting tight timelines; and

• Ability to maintain spreadsheets and to work with financial payments and contracting processes.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of general administrative and financial processes and procedures;

• Knowledge and proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite, e.g., Word, Excel and Outlook; and

• Knowledge of the management of information and records, both electronically and in hard copy.

Personal Suitability:

• Proven team player;

• Adaptability and flexibility;

• Client focused;

• Effective interactive communication;

• Initiative;

• Sound judgement; and

• Ability to organize/ prioritize own work.

Asset qualifications:

• Experience in government relations / advocacy/policy oriented sector;

• Bachelor’s degree;

• Ability to work in French.