Administrative Assistant - Learning

Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friends; Toronto; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after probation

Health Care & Lifestyle Spending Allow

Job summary

Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friends is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support day-to-day operations at our Toronto office. You will handle word processing, scheduling, records management, and communications to keep the office running smoothly.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. This position offers health benefits after probation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• 3–5 years of administrative experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to ensure efficient office operations.
• Format documents, manage records, and maintain electronic databases.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate travel, and prepare minutes.
• Assist with onboarding or workstation setup for new staff.
• Support file management and ensure accuracy of records and calendars.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Proactive / Takes Initiative

Judgement

Team Player

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Post-secondary education in office administration desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Please note: This Job Posting will be closed on August 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm and this posting is for an existing vacancy.

Objective:

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the OFIFC office. This role involves a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for assisting in daily office needs and managing the OFIFC’s general administrative activities ensuring efficient day-to-day office operations. Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

To provide effective and efficient administrative functions that support day-to-day operational activities and ensures administrative processes are aligned with OFIFC’s long-range strategic plan.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative and Clerical Support (75%):

• Prepares and formats a variety of word documents, spreadsheets and presentations as required;
• Drafts correspondence as required, including processes for Administration manual
• Files incoming mail and distributes deliveries;
• Prepares, logs and sends out outgoing mail, mass mailings and deliveries;
• Prints, photocopies, faxes and scans documents;
• Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, maintaining and filing all OFIFC’s official records (hard copy and electronic-copy, such as central files, reports, correspondence, emails, etc.) in accordance with OFIFC’s Records Management system;
• Assists staff with ensuring electronic filing is complete including but not limited to reports, correspondence, emails, and other such documents;
• Retrieves filed documents, when requested;
• Updates and maintains electronic databases and Outlook calendars;
• Prepares and distributes meeting minutes;
• Schedules, coordinates and sets up internal/external meeting room logistics (includes inventory, reconciliations and maintenance of meeting room supplies);
• Coordinates workshop and travel arrangements through preferred travel agency (includes registrations, reconciliations, materials, hotels, caterers, flights, transfers, etc.);

Office Administration (20%):

• Coordinates office supply requests;
• Researches, obtains quotes, purchases and maintains workgroup promotional materials;
• Maintains inventory of OFIFC’s Resource Library and Long Term Storage area;
• Participates in new hire orientation and workstation set up;
• Assists with maintenance of clean and professional work areas;
• Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Other (5%):

• Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job;
• Promotes a healthy, safe work environment; and
• Performs other duties, related to the position, as assigned by the Executive Director or designate.

Education/Work Experience:

• High school diploma/GED
• 3 – 5 years of administrative experience
• Post-secondary education in office administration or a related discipline desirable
• Interpersonal Skills
• Service Delivery
• Proactive / Takes Initiative
• Judgement
• Team Player
• Outstanding organisational skills (includes time, space and task management)
• Excellent communication skills (including listening, oral, written and telephone/email)
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.)
• Proficiency with office equipment (computer, fax, photocopier, scanner, etc.)
• Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.

What we offer:

• Culture-based organization
• Hiring Range: $58,000 - $61,480
• Full Pay Range: $58,000 - $68,000
• Comprehensive Health benefits after the probationary period including Health Care Spending Account & Lifestyle Spending Account (100% Employer paid)

The OFIFC is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce; we promote employment equity and encourage applicants to indicate if you belong to one of the four designated employment equity groups Women, Indigenous peoples, Persons with disabilities, or Members of visible minorities when you apply.

Preference will be given to qualified Turtle Island Indigenous people including members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis (recognized by the Metis National Council). Applicants claiming Indigenous ancestry will be required to provide supporting documentation to substantiate their claim.

Accommodation:

The OFIFC is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Pre-screen Interviews are scheduled to start August 20 - 25, 2026.

Formal interviews are scheduled to take place August 27 - 28, 2026.