Office Administrative Assistant

1 week ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Cuso International Full time

Description: Office Administrative Assistant

Location: Ottawa, Canada

Start Date: May 2024

Status: Unpaid Volunteer Placement

Placement Length: 12 Months, 2-3 days per week

Language Requirements: English (required); French or Spanish (desirable)

Eligibility: Must be legally able to work in Canada

ABOUT CUSO INTERNATIONAL

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.

For more information about Cuso International, visit

THE VOLUNTEER'S ROLE

The objective of this volunteer opportunity is to contribute to the smooth functioning of the Cuso International office in Ottawa. Your valuable role will involve providing much-needed in-person administrative and logistical support to multiple teams working in the office (hybrid), including Corporate Services, Communications, Fundraising, and International Programs.

As a volunteer, you will:

Provide support for tenant services, troubleshooting and responding to staff and landlord requests. Manage vendors and suppliers for office equipment and services, including stocking office consumables. Support financial administration such as invoice processing Coordinate the processing of legal documentation required for Cuso International global operations Coordinate event logistics and hospitality for internal and external meetings and events, including translation, food and beverage, room bookings, etc. Conduct desk research and other administrative duties, as needed

ESSENTIAL REQUITEMENTS

Written and oral proficiency in English; French and/or Spanish is an asset Experience in office administration. Self-motivated and high organized, ability to work independently. Experience collaborating with diverse teams from various disciplines and cultures. Strong understanding of the non-profit sector Ability to work in-person at least 2 days per week Ability to conduct occasional administrative duties outside of the office (i.e. document processing with Service Ontario, Embassies, couriers, etc.)

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