Administrative Assistant

Description:

The First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) is currently looking for a dedicated, energetic
and organized administrative professional to join our hard working team who work collaboratively and
diligently to improve education for all First Nations students in BC. Since 1992, FNESC, led by a strong
and diverse board of over 125 First Nations community representatives, has worked in partnership with
the First Nations School Association (FNSA), and the Indigenous Adult Higher Learning Association
(IAHLA). Communications, research, partnership-building, resource development and advocacy are all
part of the work we do to advance issues in First Nations education.

The Administrative Assistant will support their department with all administrative tasks such as:
 

• Assisting with the facilitation of meetings, events, workshops and conferences;

• Administering invoices, expense claims, correspondence, inventories, mail outs, and travel

arrangements;

• General administrative duties such as mailing, filing, minute taking, photocopying, meeting kits,

data entry, and reception coverage (for breaks and absences).

We encourage you to apply if you want to join an organization that makes a difference and possess the
following:

• A minimum of Grade 12 education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

• Preferred 1 year’ administrative/clerical experience in a fast paced office environment;

• Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and time management skills;

• An ability to be flexible and adapt to last minute changes and requests;

• Some understanding of First Nations culture and educational issues is an asset.