Education – Coordinator
The Chiefs of Ontario is looking for a qualified and motivated individual for the position of Education Coordinator. Under the supervision of the Director of Education the Coordinator is expected to coordinate a wide range of complex and confidential administrative and support tasks. The incumbent provides intermediate level expertise to the position, manages confidential and time sensitive information and serves as a primary point of contact with management.
LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for providing daily assistance in administrative duties by providing effective scheduling management.
- Record, transcribe and prepare minutest for Meetings, workshops and seminars.
- Full meeting preparation including agendas, booking location/venue, catering, and preparation of approved meeting packages.
- Communication on meetings and preparation including recording and transcribing meeting minutes.
- Maintenance of an effective electronic filing system.
- Drafting and editing correspondence, reports and internal office communications.
- Manage and oversee small projects, task teams and budgets.
- Collaborate and share information in a dynamic team environment within COO.
- Responsible for general administrative duties as required.
- Travel may be required.
Must be able to work flexible hours during busy seasons i.e. assembly seasons; out of town meetings, etc.
Qualifications:
- 3 to 5 years of proficient work experience in a First Nations community of organization is essential.
- Working knowledge of First Nations governance structure.
- Post-secondary diploma or degree is not required, but is extremely recommended.
- A valid driver’s licenses and any other licenses and/or certificates will be considered an asset i.e. first aid/CPR training, coaching, WHMIS, etc.
- Knowledge of Indigenous culture and values and rights in particular, the nations that reside within the boundaries of the province of Ontario.
- Exceptional knowledge of various computer applications (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).
- Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely both written and orally.
- Demonstrates the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships within the organization and external agencies or affiliates.
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
- Preferably fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Benefits:
- Hybrid Work Arrangement
- Two (2) Weeks Paid Time Off for December Holiday Break
- Two (2) Weeks of Paid Vacation per Year, Progressively Increasing After Years of Service
- Three (3) Weeks of Paid Sick Leave per Year
- Five (5) Days of Personal Time per Year
- 100% Employer Paid Group Insurance, Including Extended Health Coverage, Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-/Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
DURATION: November 2024 to March 31, 2026 (Potential for renewal based on funding approval)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Successful Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada.
Send letter of application, resume and include two references marked confidential to:
Ashley Nardella, Human Resources
opportunities@coo.org
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