Programs and Services Administrative Assistant (reporting to the Coordinator of African Canadian Education Services)
Regional Office
Vacant position effective August 17, 2026
Education Entities Non-Union Compensation Framework, Band 3
Salary $46,739.-$58,423. annually (pro-rated for term of employment and depending on qualifications and experience)
Closing date for applicants: Midnight, July 31, 2026
Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Non-Union Employees.(AVRCE)
Reporting to the Coordinator of African Canadian Education Services (ACES), the Programs and Services Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the ACES Coordinator, and the Coordinator of Mi’kmaw Services/Education, responding to enquiries by telephone, email, and in person. This position also supports the Mi'kmaw Indigenous Cultural Coach, Student Support Workers and Mi'kmaw Indigenous Student Support Workers.
Qualifications and Abilities:
Two year secretarial/clerical training at a Community College or equivalent is required.
Maintaining confidentiality in the handling of sensitive and confidential material and information.
Proven strong communication skills, collaborative and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and accurately on a flexible schedule.
Knowledge of current office procedures and equipment, bookkeeping and S4HANA software.
Advanced facility with computer software including spreadsheets, word processing, data bases, internet, including e-mail.
Experience assisting with functions, such as, in-service support/planning.
Ability to solve problems independently or as part of a team.
Ability to exercise good judgement, take initiative and accept responsibility.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Enthusiasm and a pleasant manner.
Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
Responsibilities:
Via phone, person, and email, receive, assess, and respond (where applicable) to inquiries.
Prepare, create, and type letters, memos, agendas, reports, forms, charts, and materials, etc., copy, distribute, file for various initiatives.
Advanced capability of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Track budgets, verify/audit SAP accounts, ensure invoices are submitted and cost to the proper account.
Process expense claims and invoices, arrange for travel/hotel accommodations.
Book meeting rooms on-site and at other facilities while planning for any materials.
Post professional development activities to online calendar.
Assist Programs & Services staff with periodic/seasonal priority issues.
Prepare correspondence and brochures, copy and distribute;
Maintain filing system, schedule appointments.
Details regarding the specific responsibilities relating to this position may be obtained by contacting Claire Carter, Executive Assistant (902-538-4600 ext. 7801).
Confirmation of your educational qualifications must be included with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted
All applications will be considered in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Non-Union Employees Policy:
This position is first available to current “Non-Union” employees of the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education.
Second, this position is available to Employment Equity external candidates.
Third, if there are no successful candidates from the Employment Equity applicant pool, then other external candidates who are not members of the identified peoples will be considered for this position.
Please include the name of three work-related references with email address, telephone numbers, one of the references shall be your most recent immediate supervisor. Confirmation of your educational qualifications must be included with your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.
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