Administrative Assistant (TERM) - Competition #2025-039

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to support the Education team. This role involves providing administrative support, coordinating meetings, and assisting with various educational initiatives. Ideal candidates will be postsecondary students returning to school in September 2025, possessing strong communication and multitasking skills. Preference is given to First Nations students, with verification documentation required upon hiring.

Qualifications

• Must be a postsecondary student returning to school in September 2025.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid Class 5F Driver's License considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Education department.
• Assist with preparing briefing notes and other documentation.
• Help manage calendars and make travel arrangements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Interpersonal Skills

Confidentiality

Education

Postsecondary student

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Category : FullTime Term

Closing Date : May 23 2025

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Education the Administrative Assistant will provide entrylevel support for a team working with First Nations to enhance the capacity for educational services. The Administrative Assistant will have a supporting role in ensuring the smooth operation of administrative functions and supporting the Education team in their efforts to develop and implement impactful educational services in First Nations. This position is designed for a postsecondary student who is returning to school in September 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Education department.
• Assist with the preparation of briefing notes correspondence summary reports and other documentation as assigned.
• Help prepare and ensure timely distribution of appropriate materials and agenda items before meetings.
• Help coordinate and prepare information packages for meetings conferences and assemblies.
• Help prepare financial travel and accommodation required for AMC meetings.
• Respond to external and internal inquiries expediently professionally and tactfully.
• Assist with the maintenance of an effective filing system.
• Assist with the management of calendars and making travel arrangements.
• Assist with the completion of reports and financial data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications : Education & Experience

• Must be a postsecondary student returning to school in September 2025.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues through clear communication and teamwork.
• Experience multitasking to meet the needs of projects and assignments.
• Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook.
• Adherence to office practices procedures and confidentiality.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel upon request.
• Valid Class 5F Drivers License and reliable vehicle considered an asset.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for qualifications and resume along with 3 professional reference listings (include a most recent employer reference) by 4 : 00 PM May 23 2025 to :

Human Resources

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

Quote Competition #2025039 in your application

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thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.

Preference will be given to First Nations students. If successful applicants will be asked to provide verification of citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or governmentissued documentation or affirmation from Inuit Mtis or nonstatus Indigenous community with which they identify. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

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Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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