Executive Assistant

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Employment Opportunity / Bissell Centre,Edmonton
Learn about our work online: www.bissellcentre.org

Position: Executive Assistant / Terms: Full time permanent / Salary: commensurate with education & experience / Closing Date: 03.27.09

Abstract: Bissell Centre is a nonprofit community resource centre providing support to people living in poverty.
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The Executive Assistant is responsible for: providing executive assistance & support to the Executive Director and board operations. He/she plans, directs and coordinates activities concerned with the executive office. This position must understand, engage/respond appropriately with executive & board matters.
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Education/Experience: Degree or diploma in related area; experience in executive & board administration is required; a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position; an equivalent combination of education & experience will be considered.
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Skills & Abilities: specific skills & demonstrated competency in computer systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe and @Ease) and information management (organization/management of files & records). Have strong communication, interpersonal, organizational & strong problem-solving skills + the ability to flexibly manage multiple tasks.

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Sherry Meyers, Executive Assistant
c/o Shelley Williams, Executive Director
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" ^( {; e. s& v2 g$ Y$ f6 C7 nEmail: smeyers@bissellcentre.org / Fax: 780.429.7908

PS. Thank you. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.