Executive Assistant

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Northwestern Ontario is seeking an Executive Assistant for Child Welfare to support the Associate ED and Director. This role involves administrative duties, project management, and requires a strong background in child welfare. Ideal candidates will have relevant education and experience, particularly with Anishinabek communities. The position is based in Thunder Bay, ON, and is not remote.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience at a Senior Administrative level.
• Direct service experience with Anishinabek children, families, and communities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate information processes and agency procedures.
• Gather and distribute qualitative and statistical reporting.
• Manage special projects and other assignments as required.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Child Welfare Knowledge

Education

Administrative Diploma

Degree from a recognized university

Job description

Under the direction of the Associate ED and Director of Child Welfare Services, the Executive Assistant of Child Welfare will perform a variety of complex and responsible duties to relieve the Associate ED and the Director of Child Welfare of administrative detail. The Executive Assistant of Child Welfare will serve as an administrative aide and confidential assistant for the Director of Child Welfare and the Associate ED and will perform other duties relative to assigned areas of responsibility. These duties will include, but not be limited to, the coordination of information processes and agency procedures, the gathering and distribution of qualitative and statistical reporting, the coordination of internal reviews and the agency response to client complaints. The Executive Assistant of Child Welfare will participate in and / or manage special projects and other assignments as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• An Administrative Diploma from a recognized community college is required. A degree from a recognized university is preferred. Candidates without the specific education qualifications, but who possess an appropriate combination of child welfare experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience at a Senior Administrative level is required.
• Direct service experience with Anishinabek children, families, and communities.
• Knowledge of Child & Family Services Act is an asset.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search.
• Required to work flexible hours in response to crisis or agency need, travel on occasion.
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s License and have access to a reliable personal vehicle with $1 million dollar liability insurance.

Hours of Work : 35 hours per week

Position Location : Thunder Bay, ON (this is not a remote position)

Competition # : 1287

Closing Date : January 7, 2025

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Dilico gives preference to Anishinabek people.

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Executive Assistant • Northwestern Ontario, Thunder Bay District, Canada