Administrative Assistant & Resource Developer – Language & Culture

Nisichawayasi Nehetho Culture and Education Authority Inc.; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nisichawayasihk Nihitho Heritage Language Culture (NNHLC) is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Resource Developer to support daily operations and to create teaching resources for the Asiniskaw ithiniwak language, culture, and history. You will coordinate meetings, handle communications, and prepare organized documentation.

You will develop materials like flashcards and visual aids while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Speaking/understanding Asiniskaw Ithiniwak (NCN) dialect would be an asset.
• Must have/willing to learn culturally competent skills in Asiniskaw Ithiniwak culture.
• Have strong technology skills required (computer, typing, etc.), PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook programs.
• Research skills will be considered an asset.
• Ability to create and develop resources such as flashcards, posters, etc.
• Must be able to adapt to a high energy work ethic and diligently apply a strong work ethic in the workplace.
• Must be able to provide weekly updates on work and tasks completed.
• Must be willing to learn and apply the educational curriculum in language and culture.
• Knowledge of reporting methods and techniques.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and expediate work projects.
• Ability to prioritize and manage numerous simultaneous demands.
• Ability to communicate with others verbally and in writing.
• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• A valid Manitoba driver’s license would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating meetings and managing schedules.
• Handling pertinent calls, emails, and other correspondence while prioritizing urgent matters.
• Preparing, maintaining and organizing files, records, and documents in digital and physical formats.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and spreadsheets by compiling data and formatting information.
• Ordering office supplies, managing inventory levels, and coordinating equipment maintenance.
• Liaising with vendors, and internal staff to relay information.
• Ensuring confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive information, company records, and documents.
• Carries out special projects as assigned.
• Develops materials such as demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, reference works, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Asiniskaw Ithiniwak dialect

Culturally competent skills

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Research skills

Resource development

Education

Grade 12 education

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Nisichawayasihk Nihitho Heritage Language Culture (NNHLC) is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Resource Developer to support daily operations and to create teaching resources for the Asiniskaw ithiniwak language, culture, and history. You will coordinate meetings, handle communications, and prepare organized documentation.

You will develop materials like flashcards and visual aids while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.