Executive Assistant (Hybrid)

Job title:

Executive Assistant (Hybrid)

Company

LOFT Community Services

Job description

DATE: November 15, 2024
LOCATION: Toronto, ON – Operations
COMPENSATION: $63,042 – $74,308 annually proratedLOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19,633 annually and providing 1,861 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.
To help fulfill its mission, LOFT is hiring an Executive Assistant (Hybrid).Job SummaryThe Executive Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support. They perform a wide variety of important, complex and sensitive administrative assignments that support strategic business initiatives that cut across multiple teams and external stakeholders. They contribute to the effectiveness of the leader by providing a comprehensive range of senior office management and administrative services, recognizing and appropriately dealing with confidential information, while representing the values and vision of the organization.They work independently performing a wide range of complex and confidential administrative and coordinating tasks. The role contributes to LOFT’s communication activities as required and must have the ability to take on special projects related to the work of LOFT.What You Will Do * Leadership Support

• Handles administrative responsibilities for the leader including and not limited to scheduling and coordinating meetings, receiving visitors, answering phone calls and other general administrative functions
• Calendars and coordinates all meetings and travel and keeps leader informed of any changes.
• Assist leader in meetings through the production of documents, as well as taking and distributing minutes
• Gather, compile, verify, and analyse information for the leader’s use in documents such as memos, letters, reports, speeches, presentations, and news releases.
• Perform tasks independently, preparing documents and presentation materials; screening and responding to incoming correspondence, inquiries, and phone calls; drafting letters, memos, reports and official information releases.
• Manages leader’s expenses including organizing receipts and submitting for reimbursement.
• Builds and maintains working relationships with the leader, employees and other employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

2. Support with External Stakeholders

• Handles meeting reminders, agendas, reports, special mailings and other necessary documents that ensures effective communication.
• Document and take minutes in meetings and follows-up with team leaders on key takeaways and deliverables.
• Support in preparing reports, conducting research, drafting proposals and other administrative support tasks as required
• Maintains confidential files in an appropriate manner.

3.Organizational/Team Support

• Works with Office Administrator to distribute mail/faxes and coordinate courier pickups for leader
• Participate as a member of the LOFT team to accomplish LOFT strategic priorities
• Share information as required with LOFT staff
• Work according to all agency policies and procedures
• Contribute to LOFT’s commitment to the Health and Safety program

4. Provide back-up support to Office AdministratorWhat You BringMust Haves

• Extensive administrative experience with 2 or more years’ experience in senior administrative roles.
• Completion of post-secondary education in business administration or a relevant education or equivalent experience, specific to business and event coordination
• Highly developed administrative and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities, work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Must display sound judgement, strong attention to detail and willingness to take initiative.
• Superior knowledge of and experience with computer applications, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365 and the Internet.
• Works independently with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to write and edit memos, reports, e-mails, agendas, minutes, etc.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, initiative and analytical skills

Work Environment:

• Occasional work beyond normal business hours.
• Occasional travel in the GTA.
• Prolonged sitting, standing and repetitive movement
• Prolonged periods of sustained audio and visual attention; especially reading text and graphics from paper, LED/LCD screens and projected media

What We Offer

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Defined Benefits Pensions Plan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• E-learning program available all year round
• Starting vacation time above minimum standard,
• Additional paid personal and paid sick days
• Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
• Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program
• Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
• A chance to push your ideas from inception to execution
• Satisfying work with a fun, energetic and supportive leader
• An opportunity to be a change maker in an organization that reaches people that are often overlooked

Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionLOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who reflects that diversity. At LOFT, we hold the deep belief that skills and expertise can be cultivated in various ways. Therefore, even if you don’t perfectly align with every listed criterion but feel you could flourish in this role, we highly encourage you to apply.Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.CLOSING DATE: December 2, 2024Thanks for visiting our Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.Follow us on: I I l l l lLOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting hrteam@loftcs.org or (416) 979-1994.Powered by JazzHR

Expected salary

$63042 – 74308 per year

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 23:06:48 GMT

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