About the Position:

Food Matters Manitoba is seeking an Office Assistant, 35 hours per week , $12 - $ 14/hr based on qualifications. The Office Assistant will assist the Executive Director and Accountant with the daily administrative activities of the organization.

Food Matters Manitoba is a registered charity that engages Manitobans towards healthy, sustainable, and fair food for all. Food Matters Manitoba has a highly committed motivated team with a fast- paced positive office environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Reporting to the executive director, the successful applicant will work with the Accountant, project staff and board volunteers to:

• Act as front line staff for email, phones and general organizational questions
• Handle routine office procedures such as phone calls, filing, photocopying, mailings and word processing
• Coordinate logistics (catering, materials and supplies, etc...) for special events and meetings (Golden Carrot Awards, Growing Local, annual AGM)
• Maintain contact lists and organizational records
• Monitor and maintain inventory and office supplies
• Support Executive Director in administrative tasks
• Act as point person for office and staff support (tech-issues, project expenses, general questions and coordination/follow-up of staff meetings)
• Assist Accountant with organizational finances (preparing invoices, expenses, reports, deposits, and other funding or office requirements as required)
• Assist and attend board meetings, take meeting minutes, support ED in board communications
• Assist with other projects and tasks when required

About You:

• Highly organized with proven attention to detail
• Self motivated and a team player
• Able to multitask effectively and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• High problem solving ability
• High level of computer and internet knowledge especially Word, Excel, and Access
• Able to work flexible hours
• Able to exercise independent judgment but work well as part of a team
• Technical trouble shooting ability is considered an asset
• Previous administrative experience and an understanding of the role is a requirement
• Experience with financials and record keeping is an asset
• An interest in food security and community development is a benefit

Submitting an Application:

Those interested in applying for this position are invited to forward their resumes by 5pm, Monday June 4th, 2012. Interviews will take place between June 6th – 7th with training and orientation to commence June 11th. This is a full-time office position.

Applicants must be able to work Monday-Friday, 9-4pm, starting in summer and continuing into the fall.

Email: info@foodmattersmanitoba.ca
Subject Line: Office Assistant

Thank you for your interest in the position. Unfortunately only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.