Administrative Assistant

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant PSP to provide essential administrative support. The role involves data entry, scheduling, and organizing meetings, requiring a college diploma and relevant experience. The position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive community dedicated to the well-being of Canadian Armed Forces members and their families.

Benefits

Drug coverage

Healthcare spending account

Flexible work options

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation

Qualifications

• Some years experience in administration or a related field.
• Experience in office administration and records management.
• Experience in making travel arrangements and travel claims.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support such as data entry, word processing, and correspondence.
• Organize meetings, draft agendas, and distribute minutes.
• Assist with preparation of reports and presentations.

Skills

Client focus

Organizational knowledge

Communication

Innovation

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

College diploma or certificate in Business Administration, Accounting, Office Administration or a related field

Job description

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

THE ROLE

Under the supervision of Deputy Manager PSP, the Administrative Assistant PSP provides administrative support such as data entry, word processing, faxing, photocopying, correspondence, distribution and follow-up action. They ensure the collection of documentation and arrangement of topic briefings as required by the supervisor/manager in preparation for conferences, meetings, and appointments. They organize meetings, advise attendees, draft and distributes agendas and minutes. Assist with the preparation and formatting of charts, outlines and other visual material for presentations. They schedule and arrange appointments, meetings, travel schedules, and organize the office event calendar.

Qualifications Needed

Education, Certifications and Licenses

College diploma or certificate in Business Administration, Accounting, Office Administration or a related field AND some years experience in administration or in a related field

Experience

In office administration and records management

In making travel arrangements and travel claims

In invoice and order processing

In organizing meetings and schedules

In drafting and distributing correspondence

In the preparation of reports

In maintaining web ready graphics and desktop publishing

In using computer software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Language Requirements

English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

Benefits Available

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits

Other Information

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

The position is expected to average approximately 30 hours per week.

START DATE

June 16, 2025

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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