Tides Canada is a group of charitable organizations focused on the environment, social justice, and increasing the impact of Canada's leading charities and non-profits. Our staff are engaged and excited to work with donors, foundations, charities and non-profits to catalyze and support smart solutions for environmental sustainability and positive social change. If you have a passion for making a difference and like to work with a great group of people, then you may be the talent we're looking for.

Tides is currently seeking a full-time Executive Assistant to provide senior level administrative support and be a valued resource to the CEO and the senior management team. The ideal candidate will be flexible, have the ability to multi-task with minimal supervision and work well in a team environment. This position requires a person with a positive attitude, sound judgement and great sense of humour, with a commitment to professionalism and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the initial contact for all matters pertaining to the CEO, including calendar management, coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and responding to enquiries
• Provides administrative support to the CFO and Director of Philanthropic Services
• Provides administrative support for the senior management team, including preparing meeting agendas and following up on action items as required
• Assists with the organization of Board and committee meetings and the development and maintenance of board documentation 
• Prepares, edits, proofreads and distributes correspondence and information for meetings and presentations as required
• Conducts internet and other research on programs or issues
• Provides day-to-day supervision of Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
• Assists with special projects as requested 
• Organizes and maintains paper and electronic files and tracking/bring forward systems
• Other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent
• 5 years experience in a senior executive support position including supervisory skills  
• Strong computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong oral and written communications skills, demonstrating accuracy and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic fast-paced environment, and strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and client services skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently
• Demonstrated flexibility, initiative and the ability to maintain confidentiality

Apply To: Please e-mail Resume and Cover Letter with salary expectations to Maria Malmgren at resumes@tidescanada.org. Only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.  

For more information about our company, visit www.tidescanada.org. Thank you for your interest!