Executive Assistant - North York, Canada - Ministry of Health

Ministry of Health

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North York, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

If you are a highly organized and results-oriented individual with experience in providing executive administration services, then consider this exciting opportunity with the Emergency Health I&IT Solutions and Technology Management Branch, Health Services I&IT Cluster with the Ministry of Health.

NOTE:

5700 Yonge St, North York, Toronto Region

222 Jarvis St, Toronto, Toronto Region

49 Place D'Armes, Kingston, East Region

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What can I expect to do in this role?: As an Executive Assistant, you will:

manage the flow of information and documents in the office of the Director;

- coordinate responses and actions required on behalf of the Director through ongoing liaison with senior managers and staff;
- manage the budget, forecasting, financial and variance reporting of the office's operating expenses;
- coordinate meetings and conferences, and manage the Director's calendar of appointments;
- coordinate and/or prepare briefings, correspondence, Cabinet submissions, and project reports;
- manage the issues management and resolution tracking system

How do I qualify?:

Administrative knowledge and skills:

- you demonstrate experience in providing senior level executive support and services
- you have the ability to acquire knowledge of strategic and operational planning, resource allocation and program development processes and practices
- you have demonstrated experience in managing budgets, forecasting and monthly reporting, and in reviewing, monitoring and tracking of expenditures
- you have demonstrated skills in effective issues resolution and in providing strategic advice, expertise and interpretation of policies to senior executives
- you have the ability to interpret policies/guidelines and legislation (e.g. Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Personal Health Information Protection Act)

Communication and interpersonal skills:

- you demonstrate interpersonal and oral communication skills to maintain effective relationships at various levels
- you demonstrate written communication skills to develop reports, submissions and plans

Planning and organizational skills:

- you have planning and organizational skills to coordinate and prioritize work to meet deadlines

Computer skills:

- you have proficiency in the use of standard desktop computer tools including database systems and the internet

Additional Information:

Address:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 5700 Yonge St, North York, Toronto Region or 222 Jarvis St, Toronto, Toronto Region or 49 Place D'Armes, Kingston, East Region

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