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Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA offers a comprehensive rewards package that supports our workforce and their families:

• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• Additional paid statutory and civic holidays
• 35-hour work week
• Comprehensive benefits including health, paramedical, dental, vision, and EAP, with all premiums covered by the employer
• Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
• Participation in CAAT defined benefit pension plan for secure retirement
• Paid sick days and cultural/personal wellness days
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development
• Possible reimbursement for cell phone and internet expenses
• Remote/hybrid work options for various positions

At ONWA, we celebrate and honor the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they step into leadership roles across all levels for generations to come.

The Administrative Assistant will support their manager and department by actively seeking out services and resources available to Indigenous families within the service area. Reporting to their manager or designate, they will perform general office management duties, providing organized and proactive administrative, operational, technical, and logistical support.

• Grade 12 or Office Certification with 2 years’ experience in an Indigenous community setting, combined with strong administrative skills
• Excellent relationship-building skills with local service agencies
• Experience in tracking and reporting statistical data
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to network with community organizations
• Experience serving Indigenous families and communities
• Dependable, able to follow instructions, and respond to management feedback
• Problem-solving skills and ability to understand different perspectives
• Effective planning, organization, and time management skills
• Highly motivated, able to work independently or in a team
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of Not-For-Profit organizations
• Proficient in MS Office, internet, and office equipment; experience with internal databases
• Ability to travel with a reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance
• Valid Ontario “G” class driver’s license and vulnerable sector criminal check
• Current First Aid/CPR certification
• Cell phone and internet access required; willingness to work flexible remote arrangements
• Speaking an Indigenous language is an asset

Note: ONWA has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, with exemptions for medical reasons upon proof. This is a new role, with a salary range of $38,600 - $47,124.80, subject to performance reviews and funding.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the application process.

If you would like to learn more about the job, please contact us at hr@onwa.ca.