Administrative Assistant (MMFNP) Competition 2026-008

Competition # 2026-008

Category: Full-Time Term

Closing Date: February 6th, 2026

Position Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Missing and Murdered First Nation Peoples (MMFNP) Unit the incumbent is responsible for a wide range of comprehensive administrative support duties by providing the following key activities:

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to external and internal inquiries in an expedient, professional, and tactful manner.


• Record, transcribe and distribute minutes in a timely manner as required.


• Responsible for all travel and accommodations for meetings and gatherings, as required.


• Complete cheque/travel requisitions within one week of scheduled travel as required.


• Draft and/or prepare memos, correspondence, and reports as required.


• Order office supplies as directed by each department and code accordingly.


• Assisting in the logistical planning and general organizing of conferences, assemblies and meetings including preparing information packages when required.


• Ensure all invoices are reconciled with purchase orders.


• Responsible for ensuring all required meeting items (i.e. documents, finances) are prepared and available at the meeting site.


• Maintaining a filing system both electronic and hard copy.


• Must respond internal communications while travelling.


• Be available to provide administrative team support for all areas within AMC when required.


• Other related duties and assists Director as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Administrative Assistant Certificate or diploma program from a recognized college or technical institute. A combination of education and experience may be considered.


• Two years’ directly related experience in an Administrative Assistant role and/or office setting.


• Must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Excellent administrative, written, communication, editing, organizational skills and research abilities.


• Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated empathy.


• Accurate typing speed of 60 words per minute.


• Knowledge of general office procedures, practices, maintains confidentiality and office equipment operations.


• Demonstrated computer knowledge capabilities in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).


• Knowledge of First Nation culture, history, and issues.


• Must be able to work flexible hours and travel upon request.


• Must provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Clear Child Abuse Registry Check.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for qualifications, and resume, along with 3 professional reference listings (include a most recent employer reference) by 4:00 p.m. February 6th, 2026 to:

Human Resources

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to verify citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from the Inuit, Métis, or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify.

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