Executive Assistant - Halifax, Canada - Nova Scotia Power Inc.

Nova Scotia Power Inc.

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
ECEI Executive Assistant, Office of the CCEO

Company, Department:
Nova Scotia Power,

Location:
Halifax, NS, Hybrid

Type of Employment:
Regular, Full Time

Closing Date:
August 8th, 2023

Reference Number: 11597

At Nova Scotia Power, we're committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive.

We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system—for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers.

Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia.

It's why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging—at work, and in our communities.

Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

We are currently looking for an
Executive Assistant to join our ECEI team in a
Permanent position. Reporting to the Chief Clean Energy Officer, you will be responsible for providing professional administrative support to the CCEO of the Eastern Clean Energy Initiative in a fast paced, demanding environment.

They maintain a positive relationship with internal and external customers and other stakeholders while also drafting business correspondence, managing inquiries and requests, undertaking research, and planning and executing internal and external meetings, as well as contributing to team and community events.

Prior experience with a Communications and/or Commercial team is considered an asset.

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As ECEI Executive Assistant, you will:

Be responsible for extensive calendar scheduling.
Organize and maintain electronic and hard copy filing systems.
Manage multiparty communications.
Manage budgets.
Manage safety training tracking.
Event plan and execute.
Be responsible for your personal safety and that of coworkers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
You will also be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

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What skills will make you successful?

You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:
A minimum of Grade XII with five to ten years of experience in business or administrative roles, preferably in a corporate environment, is required. Post-secondary education in Office Administration or Business is preferred.
A relationshipbuilder, the incumbent possesses excellent interpersonal skills and is a strong, confident, and capable communicator. They will work very closely with EAs throughout NS Power and Emera. Strong organizational and practice management skills are important. High ethical standards are a must. The Executive Assistant understands the importance of being discreet and maintaining confidentiality.
The Executive Assistant role is an integral part of the teams of the executives they assist and, as such, the incumbent must be an enthusiastic team player and demonstrate maturity, confidence, and decisionmaking capability. Overall, the Executive Assistant works with a minimum of supervision and excels in all aspects of the administrative support role.

At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right.

Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees.

Why join our team?
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Flexibility: Hybrid work model with flexible remote workdays.
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Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for your and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
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Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
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Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.
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Competitive Compensation:A comprehensive benefits plan, short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, we continue to closely monitor an