office coordinator

Government of Canada - Central; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking an administrative professional to manage various office tasks, including evaluating procedures and coordinating services. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work independently under pressure. A background in administration and relevant tools like MS Office is essential. This role requires on-site work only.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must handle pressure and tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate new administrative procedures.
• Delegate work to office support staff.
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed.
• Prepare and submit reports.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Time management

Integrity

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

MS Office

Spreadsheet

Electronic mail

MS Outlook

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Private sector

Responsibilities Tasks

• Review and evaluate new administrative procedures
• Delegate work to office support staff
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met
• Carry out administrative activities of establishment
• Co-ordinate and plan for office services such as accommodation, relocation, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets, parking, maintenance and security services
• Assemble data and prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence
• Perform data entry
• Oversee and co-ordinate office administrative procedures
• Prepare and submit progress and other reports
• Establish work schedules and procedures
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet
• MS Office
• MS Outlook

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Time management
• Integrity
• Team player
• Values and ethics