Executive Assistant, Aboriginal Housing Management
7 days ago
_Located on Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation Territory in West Vancouver, BC, the Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) exists to make a difference in urban, rural, and Northern housing. AHMA oversees the administration of operating agreements between housing providers and Aboriginal housing organizations, keeping everyone's best interest in mind while developing and maintaining relationships of trust. Every employee on AHMA's team is integral to ensuring AHMA's success and the success of the Housing Providers they serve._
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Assistant contributes to the organization’s success by serving as the primary person responsible for providing administrative support to the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Directors, and AHMA as a whole.
The Executive Assistant will exercise positive communication, judgement, and discretion in acting as the liaison between the CEO’s office and external and internal stakeholders and will complete a wide variety of administrative activities including calendar management, meeting coordination, expense reporting and arranging travel.
A key responsibility will be coordinating meetings for the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Directors and various committees. This includes scheduling, minute-taking, and compiling and preparing and distributing materials as needed. Therefore, the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion will be essential. Additionally, the Executive Assistant will co-Lead the planning and delivery of AHMA-hosted corporate events and annual general meetings.
The Executive Assistant supervises one Office Coordinator who provides reception duties and general office management including maintaining equipment and supplies. Additional responsibilities of the Executive Assistant include maintaining AHMA’s corporate records and preparing annual performance reports.
The Executive Assistant will bring a minimum five years of experience in a similar role, ideally with a minimum of two years providing C-Suite administrative support as well as for Board or Governance structures. Excellent interpersonal skills, organization skills and high attention to detail are essential. AHMA requires an Executive Assistant who is highly proactive with strong relationship management skills, and who can work both independently and with teams. Advanced skills in MS Office, including Word and Excel are required. Corporate records management experience and training is an asset.
A critical success factor for any person who joins the AHMA team is to have an in-depth understanding of Aboriginal people and Aboriginal culture, preferably with strong British Columbia connections.
AHMA offers a competitive compensation and benefits plan, including pension, and a collegial, fun, and rewarding work environment. Hybrid work arrangements will be available.
To express your interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence, at the above link.
**Salary**: From $75,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
- Extended health care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Vancouver, BC
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