Executive Assistant

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Employment Opportunity / Bissell Centre,Edmonton
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% E& M* g3 n8 F- `2 EPosition: Executive Assistant / Terms: Full time permanent / Salary: commensurate with education & experience / Closing Date: 03.27.09
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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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4 w5 f2 \7 ]. m) [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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2 D* e4 G/ X  Y) gSkills & 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.

PLUS: ability to work under pressure, plan ahead, anticipate/manage changes; uses considerable judgment to manage day-to-day decisions, prioritize work, work independently/demonstrate initiative; attention to detail, accuracy and quality; builds & maintains positive and productive relationships throughout the organization, maintaining confidentiality when appropriate.

TO APPLY - Submit CV in confidence, including cover letter to:
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Sherry Meyers, Executive Assistant
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Bissell Centre, 10527-96 St., NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 2H6
Email: smeyers@bissellcentre.org / Fax: 780.429.7908
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PS. Thank you. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.