Technical Specialist Student

Technical Assistant – Office Support (Office Assistant, Poverty Reduction)
18.75 per hour + 4% in lieu of vacation
Summer Jobs
Date Posted
This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.
You will be the first point of contact for citizens, responding to telephone, in-person, and electronic inquiries, and providing clear information on eligibility, required documents, and application processes.
The role includes supporting data entry, maintaining accurate digital and paper records, and updating program spreadsheets and tracking systems to ensure reliable reporting. You will coordinate appointments, monitor shared inboxes, and assist with follow-ups to ensure timely responses to citizen requests.
You will also support administrative functions such as preparing meeting materials, assisting with budget and invoice processes, and maintaining an organized office environment, including managing supplies and program documents. The position involves assisting citizens with completing applications, supporting outreach activities, and collaborating with other MNBC ministries to provide wrap-around services.
This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in community service delivery within the Poverty Reduction Program, or administrative careers.
As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:
A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Respond to telephone, in-person, and electronic inquiries or direct them to the appropriate contact
Assist citizens in completing applications by offering guidance and clarifying program requirements
Perform basic bookkeeping tasks, including preparing purchase orders and cheque requisitions
Sort, process, and verify receipts, expenditures, forms, and other administrative documents
Support data entry, filing, and maintenance of accurate digital and paper records
Update program spreadsheets and tracking systems to support reporting and program monitoring
Coordinate scheduling of in-person, virtual, and phone appointments with Ministry staff
Assist with administrative processes, including budget compilation, meeting preparation, and invoice/contract support
Maintain organized office systems, including ordering supplies and managing program materials
Support community outreach by preparing materials for events, workshops, and information sessions
Collaborate with other MNBC ministries (Youth, Elders, Children & Family) to support integrated service delivery
intake processes, file organization, risk mitigation practices)
Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

College diploma/University degree in related field.

Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at View email address on civicjobs.ca .
Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services. Through teamwork, respect, dedication, accountability, integrity, and professionalism, MNBC strives to build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of inherent rights for our Métis citizens, assisting in the delivery of services based on policy, process, and specified regulations.
We respect the unique characteristics, backgrounds, and experiences that our employees bring to the organization and the communities we serve. We are committed to lateral kindness based on Métis cultural values that promote social harmony and healthy relationships. ca , using: “Technical Assistant – Office Support (Office Assistant, Poverty Reduction)- #26-068” in the subject line of the email.