Administrative Support – Water Sector Coordination

Assembly of First Nations / Assemblée des Premières Nations; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension matching

Vacation days

Professional development

Wellness funds

Central location

Job summary

The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) seeks an Administrative Support for the Ottawa, Ontario location. This temporary full-time role runs from October 2026 to October 2027 and starts with a salary of $46,054.

The incumbent reports to the Director, Water Sector and assists in broad administrative management of the Sector. Responsibilities include filing, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, document preparation, and budget reconciliation.

Qualifications

• Minimum education as stated: secondary school with administrative studies certificate or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform general office duties and manage data for the Sector.
• Organize and maintain sector files, records and database.
• Arrange travel for staff and Chiefs/Technical Committee members.
• Organize meetings, prepare mail-outs and information kits.
• Book facilities, track administrative and financial details per AFN policies.
• Maintain accounting records and process budget-related documents.
• Draft correspondence, type minutes and proofread documents.
• Coordinate internal/external communications for the Director.

Skills

Advanced interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service oriented

Education

Secondary school diploma and certificate in administrative studies

Job description

The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) seeks an Administrative Support for the Ottawa, Ontario location. This temporary full-time role runs from October 2026 to October 2027 and starts with a salary of $46,054.

The incumbent reports to the Director, Water Sector and assists in broad administrative management of the Sector. Responsibilities include filing, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, document preparation, and budget reconciliation.