Administrative Assistant

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We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant in our Community Investment (CI) department. A member of the bargaining unit CEP Local 191, the Administrative Assistant will provide administrative services to support the implementation of departmental tasks and projects. 

He/she will also:

 

Provide word processing support including preparation of routine correspondence, as well as formatting and producing materials and correspondence
  • Give administrative support to committees and sub-committees as assigned, including:
    • booking meeting space
    • securing resources (i.e. technology etc.)
    • making lunch/beverage arrangements
    • tracking attendance and doing call downs
    • printing and copying materials • Update and maintain accurate and complete data files and records
  • Assist in the preparation and distribution of reports and materials, including large mailings
  • Participate in regular department or team meetings
  • Undertake special projects as required
  • Assist others in the organization by completing other duties as assigned, such as:
    • switch board relief
    • general kitchen duties
  • Work as a team with all members of the organization on special projects such as:
    • Annual General Meeting
    • other organizational events and initiatives
  • Complete general administrative duties
  • Provide any other administrative support to the CI team as required

Qualifications:

 

You are a detail-orientated, results-driven team player who possesses the following attributes:
  • An administrative assistant or office administration certificate/diploma and two years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Extensive word processor, database, and other computer experience (including intermediate to advanced Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills)
  • Exceptional organizational skills with particular attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Respectful of confidentiality
  • Ability to learn and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, changing environment and manage several tasks simultaneously
  • Capacity to work independently and as part of a team, to take initiative and demonstrate imagination and resourcefulness

Submit an Application:

 

Candidates may be asked to complete a data entry and/or keyboarding test to confirm skill level. Please forward cover letter (indicating the role and where you saw the position advertised) and résumé by May 21, 2013 directly to:
 
Cindy Stephenson, Director, Organizational Development
United Way of Winnipeg 580 Main Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba | R3B 1C7
Fax: (204) 453-6198 | Email: careers@UnitedWayWinnipeg.mb.ca
 
 
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Deadline: 
21 May 2013
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United Way
Winnipeg  Manitoba
Canada