Grand Council of Crees Eeyou Istchee - Administrative Assistant

Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee)/Cree Nation Government; Mistissini; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Administrative Assistant role at Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee)/Cree Nation Government provides essential clerical support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations in Mistissini. You will coordinate meetings, arrange travel, and prepare professional documents while maintaining accurate records and efficient data entry.

With 1–3 years of experience and fluency in Cree and English (French an asset), you will thrive in a busy environment, collaborating with staff and leadership to

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• Office Administration certificate is an asset.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Fluency in Cree (verbal) and English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support meetings and events, including scheduling and minutes distribution.
• Arrange travel and accommodations for staff, leadership, and guests.
• Prepare, edit, and format various documents and presentations.
• Monitor invoices, expense claims, and procurement documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and data entry for reporting requirements.
• Maintain office supply inventories and assist with product testing and evaluation.

Skills

Multitasking

Time management

Communication

Discretion

Attention to detail

Organization

Teamwork

Microsoft 365

Education

High school diploma

Office Administration certificate

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Core Functions

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the office.

Location of Work: Mistissini

Status: Permanent Full-time

Closing Date: October 12, 2026

Core Functions

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the office.

Functional Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support meetings and events by scheduling appointments, reserving meeting spaces, arranging catering and audiovisual services, preparing and distributing meeting notifications, coordinating travel and accommodations, and recording and distributing meeting minutes.
• Arrange travel and accommodations for staff, leadership, and guests, including preparing itineraries, coordinating transportation, confirming bookings, and ensuring travel-related information is accurate and complete.
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and format a variety of documents, including correspondence, reports, meeting packages, presentations, and other administrative materials.
• Monitor and track invoices, expense claims, and procurement documentation, ensuring completeness and following up on outstanding or missing information.
• Maintain accurate records and enter data into spreadsheets and databases to support reporting requirements.
• Maintain an inventory levels of office equipment and supplies, assist with the evaluation and testing of new products, and ensure resources are available to support operational needs.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma.
• Office Administration certificate is an asset.

Experience

• One to three years of relevant work experience.

Language

• Fluency in verbal Cree.
• Fluency in English.
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Ability to prioritize multiple requests and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with a proven ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to shared goals.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Proven ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.

Additional Requirements

• Typical office setting where there are no unusual physical demands.
• Occasional travel required.

The Cree Nation Government may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned requirements if a suitable candidate who is a JBNQA beneficiary accepts to follow a training plan determined by the Cree Nation Government as a condition of employment.