Strategic Executive Assistant for Chief & Council

MNP; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks annual vacation (6% accr

Every second Friday afternoon off with

Additional paid time off during the

Extended benefits plan after 90 days

Twelve paid sick days and five unpaid

Professional learning, development and

Job summary

Nee Tahi Buhn First Nation is seeking a full-time Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the General Manager, Chief and Council. The role emphasizes smooth operations, effective communication, and respectful service to members and partners. Schedule is Monday–Friday with some evenings.

Onsite at Burns Lake, with a travel stipend available. The candidate should be highly organized, capable of managing confidential information, and comfortable working in Indigenous

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience supporting First Nations organizations or communities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage the General Manager’s and Chief and Council’s calendars, schedules, and travel arrangements.
• Coordinate and support meetings by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and arranging logistics.
• Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external inquiries with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
• Maintain organized files, both electronic and paper-based.
• Provide administrative support for finance and human resources activities (onboarding, document management, records maintenance).
• Assist with purchasing processes and special projects as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Indigenous values awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma or Degree in Business Administration/Office Administration

Job description

Nee Tahi Buhn First Nation is seeking a full-time Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the General Manager, Chief and Council. The role emphasizes smooth operations, effective communication, and respectful service to members and partners. Schedule is Monday–Friday with some evenings.

Onsite at Burns Lake, with a travel stipend available. The candidate should be highly organized, capable of managing confidential information, and comfortable working in Indigenous