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We have a bold vision of a world free of multiple sclerosis (MS). For 75 years, we have been living our mission to connect and empower the MS community to create positive change and you can be part of that! Our team is looking for an Executive Support Lead based anywhere in Canada on a full-time basis working 35 hours per week. We support flexible work options; with some purposeful based in-person meetings, based on your location. Please apply by August 17, 2025.

Discover. Innovate. Act

We are guided on the journey to end MS through discoveries, innovation and collective action. This strategy connects the MS community through our common goal of a world free of MS. Together, we work to advance treatment and care, enhance well-being, understand, and halt disease progression and ultimately prevent MS from happening in the first place.

To learn more about MS Canada, the impact we make, and what makes this a great place to work, we encourage you to visit www.mscanada.ca.

Requirements

The impact you will have:

• Supports the smooth operations of the President's Office, including scheduling and organizing meetings, communications, and travel on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
• Assesses inquiries directed to the President's Office, determines the proper course of action, and delegates to the appropriate individual to manage.
• Supports the effective and timely implementation of strategic initiatives through logistics and coordination
• Develops and analyzes content for President's Office strategic initiatives
  
  

Our ideal candidate:

This role supports a fast-paced office that has accountability for governance, overall organizational operations, and a range of partnerships and strategic initiatives. The role requires the following skills and attributes:

• Attention to detail and accuracy to manage and prioritize a complex calendar and ensure the CEO is briefed and provided with relevant materials prior to meetings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare correspondence, materials, and prepare responses to inquiries on behalf of the CEO.
• Strong organizational skills to assist with project planning of strategic initiatives, including preparation of project charters, work plans, and cross-portfolio coordination and monitoring.
• Organizational awareness to enable contributions to the strategic and operational needs of the office and CEO;
• The ability to gather and analyze information for the purpose of event planning and strategic initiatives;
• A strong sense of initiative in a collaborative work environment
• Previous experience as administrative support or a policy analyst is considered an asset
  
  

Benefits

What we offer

At MS Canada, we provide impactful and rewarding career opportunities. We have a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

• Starting salary within the range of $60,000-$65,000
• Competitive health and dental benefits package, spending accounts, and gender affirmation coverage,
• Opportunity to secure your financial future with retirement plan matching,
• Investment in your professional growth and development,
• Generous paid time off including an extended office closure at the end of the year and half day Fridays before long weekends,
• Support work life balance through flexible schedules, with hybrid work arrangements
  
  

MS Canada is dedicated to upholding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in our workplace. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating an environment from all backgrounds can thrive.

We are committed to accommodating applicants' needs throughout the recruitment process. Please indicate accommodations as required, if contacted.

All positions at MS Canada will require a background check in compliance with our Screening Measures Policy.

We would like to acknowledge that the land on which we work and operate spans across the traditional territories of many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. We recognize and honor the enduring presence, contributions, and resilience of Indigenous communities throughout Canada's history. We acknowledge our responsibility to understand, respect, and support the diverse indigenous nations and their ongoing relationships with the land.