Executive Administrator - Halifax, Canada - ISANS

ISANS

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Executive Administrator

ISANS is seeking a full-time
Executive Administrator to support the efficient and effective operation of the Senior Executive Team (SET) by supporting two of its members: the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and the Chief Client Services Officer (CCSO).

The individual in the role proactively takes initiative by providing a wide range of support services in a confidential and sensitive manner, coordinating various ISANS and organizational events, and undertaking project management work as required.

Reporting to the Chief Client Services Officer (CCSO), this position will be responsible for:

Research and Communications/Writing Support

Assisting in researching and drafting of materials such as reports and presentation slides for the Officers
Collecting and compiling research data, writing summaries and identifying statistical trends
Assisting with policy updates and communications

Coordination of Key Initiatives

Developing and maintaining an incidentreporting tracking and followup process in collaboration with Occupational Health & Safety
Coordinating ISANS' client complaints process, including tracking and facilitating responses to complaints
Coordinating communication and workflows between the Officers and others by developing effective systems

Procurement for Events and Office Supply

Coordinating or consulting on organizational / ISANSwide inperson events or meetings, upon request of SET
Assisting with coordination and facilitation of staff employee events such as staff social or educational events such as organizational training or holiday gettogethers
Maintaining key relationships with corporate vendors such as catering companies, local supply stores and retail shops and facilities with rental space for large group events

Administrative Support

Providing proactive confidential administrative support to the Officers including tasks such as:
Composing and editing correspondence, reports, presentations
Responding to inquiries for information from internal and external parties
Tracking deadlines and deliverables as instructed by the Officers
Preparing and distributing documentation, following up on action items
Preparing expense reimbursements and following up on credit card receipts
Managing meetings and conference registrations, internal and external
Making travel arrangements including transportation, accommodations and creating itineraries
Compiling reports using ISANS' New Org database
Maintaining confidential filing systems including financial documents, program contracts and other formal documentation
Facilitating communication on behalf of the Officers, including arranging meetings, preparing meeting packages, disseminating information, collecting feedback, liaising with and maintaining positive relationships and communications with a variety of internal and external contacts
Other administrative support functions and duties as required

Education:

Postsecondary education in business, administration or office management, or other related discipline

Experience:

2 or more years experience in a seniorlevel administrative position
Experience working in a crosscultural environment; experience in a nonprofit environment preferred
Experience with computer programs and databases; data input, queries, generating/developing reports, spreadsheets, presentation documents
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted

Skills:

Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong time management and organization skills
Additional languages an asset
Proactive approach and disciplined practice

ISANS Core Competencies

Cultural Competency; Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Embracing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization

Collaboration

Working collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives

Continuous Learning

Continually seeking new knowledge and skills, as well as developing existing capabilities

Innovative Thinking

Introducing new ways of looking at problems and developing useful ideas that are new, better, or unique

Accountability

Holding self and others responsible and accountable to being transparent and principled in our approach and to meeting commitments

Respect

Actively encouraging an environment of fairness, honesty and integrity for all

Terms of Employment:

Indefiniteterm contract
Fulltime, 35 hours per week (flexible hours: day or evening)
During the COVID19 pandemic, your work location may be at ISANS' office or at home. Work location will be determined by operational requirements, public health recommendations, and government requirements.

Commencement Date:

ASAP

Closing Date:
Friday April 28, :00pm.

Employee referrals are encouraged.

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