Executive Assistant

Indigenous Chamber of Commerce; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Winnipeg seeks a full-time Executive Assistant to support its operations. Responsibilities include providing administrative support to leadership, managing communication, and assisting in event planning. Candidates should have administrative experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and knowledge of Indigenous business and culture is beneficial. The position requires a post-secondary education in a related field and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative or executive assistant experience, preferably in nonprofit or Indigenous organizations.
• Knowledge of Indigenous business, culture, and communities is an asset.
• Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a vehicle are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the President & CEO and team.
• Serve as the first point of contact for communication.
• Assist with event planning and logistics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in business administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GrowthZone

AI applications for note taking

Job description

Position type: Permanent, Full-time, 37.5 hours/week (Mon – Fri, 8 am – 4 pm)

About the Role

The Executive Assistant plays a key role in supporting ICC’s operations and ensuring smooth communication, coordination, and organizational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the President & CEO and team (scheduling, travel, correspondence, minute taking, filing).
• Serve as first point of contact for calls, emails, and visitors.
• Assist with event planning, logistics, and program delivery.
• Maintain databases, records, and office systems.
• Draft communications.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business administration, office management, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of administrative or executive assistant experience (nonprofit / Chamber / Indigenous organization experience an asset).
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with platforms like Microsoft applications, GrowthZone and AI applications for note taking.
• Knowledge of Indigenous business, culture, and communities is an asset.
• Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a vehicle preferred.

Please send a cover letter and a resume to [e-mail].

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