Program Assistant - #25-068

Métis Nation British Columbia; Surrey; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in British Columbia is seeking a Program Assistant to provide administrative and program support to the Ministry of Culture, Heritage and Language. The role involves various tasks including financial administration, event planning, and collaboration with team members. The ideal candidate will be a team player, committed to supporting Indigenous communities, and will enjoy a competitive compensation package including benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive group benefit package

100% employer-paid health-care spending account

Enrollment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan

15 paid days for statutory and cultural days

15 paid days for Wellness

Carpool, parking & public transit subsidies

Educational and professional development funding

Internal advancement career opportunities

Qualifications

• Supports MoCHL team members across multiple program-related tasks.
• Performs various administrative support tasks including records management.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative and program support to the Ministry of Culture, Heritage and Language team.
• Supports events and workshops, including technical assistance for virtual meetings.

Skills

Administrative Support

Team Player

Event Planning

Financial Administration

Job description

The Program Assistant provides administrative and program support to the Ministry of Culture, Heritage and Language (MoCHL) team. The Program Assistant supports MoCHL team members across multiple program-related tasks focusing primarily on the language portfolio. Work includes administrative support throughout grant cycles, financial administration such as initiating and tracking payments to grant recipients and gathering and summarizing grant data for reporting purposes. The Program Assistant acts as a team player to provide support to other MoCHL initiatives as needed, contributing to successful program implementation. This position supports MoCHL events and workshops, involving technical assistance for virtual meetings, travel coordination for in-person engagements, representation of MoCHL at public functions, and event planning administration. The Program Assistant performs various administrative support tasks including records management and office-related tasks.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone. If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at [e-mail] .

Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services. Through teamwork, respect, dedication, accountability, integrity, and professionalism, MNBC strives to build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of inherent rights for our Métis citizens, assisting in the delivery of services based on policy, process, and specified regulations.

MNBC reflects an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We respect the unique characteristics, backgrounds, and experiences that our employees bring to the organization and the communities we serve. We are committed to lateral kindness based on Métis cultural values that promote social harmony and healthy relationships.

How To Apply

Email

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Please submit your cover letter, resume, and a copy of your credentials to [e-mail] , using "Program Assistant - #25-068" in the subject line of the email.

Total Compensation

MNBC’s KAA-WIICHIHITOYAAHK (We take care of each other) initiatives offer employees a competitive total compensation package including:

• Comprehensive group benefit package or health-care spending account 100% employer-paid.
• Enrollment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan.
• 15 paid days per year for statutory and cultural days (Indigenous Peoples Day and Louis Riel Day).
• 15 paid days per year for Wellness.
• Carpool, parking & public transit subsidies (Provincial Office only).
• Educational and professional development funding to support continued lifelong learning and skills upgrade.
• Internal advancement career opportunities