Administrative Assistant

Job Ad #: 500-26-039

Position Overview

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the Assistant Director of Inclusive Education and program staff. 

Education

• Post-secondary education with specialization in administration with a minimum of five years directly related work experience in office management and administration;

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience working with First Nations in the field of education is preferred;
• Must possess a strong understanding of First Nations communities and governance structures;
• Demonstrated experience in decision-making, problem solving, establishment of priorities, dealing with various governance bodies, organizations and communities;
• Ability to deal with highly confidential and sensitive matters;
• Excellent grammatical skills; 
• Ability to relate to and communicate well with others;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications;
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in technical and plain language writing;
• Strong time management and organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure;
• Ability to speak a First Nations Languages would be an asset;
• Professional behaviors that personify strong work ethics;
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills to work in a First Nations environment;
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license; and
• Flexible to travel to MFNSS schools throughout Manitoba. 

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter (stating the position title and job ad #), and any questions to: [email protected]

Deadline: September 1, 2026

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of submission. Preference will be given to qualified First Nations applicants, and they are asked to self-declare on the application.

This position requires a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) and Child Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.