Executive Assistant - Winnipeg, Canada - Canadian Museum for Human Rights

Canadian Museum for Human Rights

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Overview

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is a national museum dedicated to the evolution, celebration, and future of human rights.

It is the first national museum in Canada to be built outside the National Capital Region.

Located in the heart of Canada in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the CMHR rises from the Prairie earth at The Forks, which has been a meeting place for over six thousand years.

The CMHR delivers an immersive, interactive, and memorable experience for visitors of every background, age and ability.

Each visitor has access to a fully reinvented museum experience that reflects a design approach that sets new Canadian and world standards for inclusion and universal accessibility.

We are seeking talented individuals who are motivated to share their passion and commitment to join our team.

Together, we aim to enhance the public's understanding of human rights, to promote respect for others, and to encourage reflection and dialogue.

Purpose of Position

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is centered around the idea that respect and understanding of human rights can serve as a positive force for change in the world.

The Executive Assistant will support our collective efforts to build a workplace culture that is inclusive, innovative and focused on inspiring action.

Reporting to a member of the Executive team, the Executive Assistant supports effective leadership practices in their division, providing comprehensive support to the Executive's management team to execute the strategic objectives established by the Board of Trustees and fulfill the legislated mandate of CMHR.

The incumbent is responsible for managing a range of office operations for and on behalf of the Executive, which includes scheduling, internal and external communications, and information collection and management.

The incumbent will have exceptional organization and communication skills and will be a professional and solution-focused, team player.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the Executive's calendar, including scheduling, meeting arrangements and communications and prioritizing or diarizing matters;
Managing documents, taking minutes and developing and maintaining other information management processes;
Coordinating travel, procurement, expenses and other administrative support to the Executive or divisional activities; and
Using various software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software to prepare reports and/or special projects.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
5 years of combined education and experience in office administration
Commitment to human rights principles, including respect, equity, inclusion and dignity for all
High degree of professionalism and tact especially as it relates to dealing with confidential or sensitive information
Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize
Strong communication skills both oral and written
Strong attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with a particular aptitude for preparing and formatting notes, reports and documents

Desired Qualifications

Ability to communicate in both official languages
Postsecondary education in office or business administration or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information and escalate relevant information.
Demonstrated ability organizing large meetings and/or events with executivelevel participation.
Ability to think critically and work effectively with mínimal supervision.

Official Language Proficiency

Bilingual Preferred

Conditions of Employment

Security Screening Level
Secret Status
Child Abuse Registry Check

Other

Work is in an office environment
Work involves dealing with tight deadlines in a fastpaced and changing environment.

Application procedure
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) believes that a diversity of experiences and thought drives innovation and transformation.

We are working towards building a workforce that is representative of the community in which we live and that we serve.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and encourage you to identify your employment equity status in your cover letter.

The information you voluntarily disclose will be kept confidential and used solely for the purpose of increasing workforce diversity.

Intent / Result of process

If contacted about this job posting, please advise us if you require any accommodations regarding the interview process.