EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Administrative Assistant - Temporary
M’akola Housing Society – Campbell River

Position Summary

Reporting to the Campbell River Property Manager, this position provides a range of confidential and administrative functions to support the regional property management office. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the overall flow of work for the regional office and to provide exceptional customer service to our tenants while being mindful of M’akola’s vision and values.

This is a full-time, 2-3 week temporary position, Monday – Friday, 35 hours/week based out of the Campbell River Regional Office on 47A – 300 Robron Road.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and assistance to the Property Manager for all aspects of the office operations
• Manage reception duties and provide excellent service to tenants, applicants, stakeholders and others
• Update various spreadsheets of data and for tracking purposes
• Prepare various documents including, letters, memos, correspondence, and notices
• Maintain an accurate filing system according to office policy
• Conduct general duties to ensure office is clean and tidy
• Order office supplies as needed upon approval
• Other related duties as required from time to time

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of administrative experience

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Experience working in and with the Indigenous community preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills (i.e. tact, respectful interactions and diplomacy)
• Strong planning, time management, and organizational skills
• Enjoys interacting with the public and solving problems
• Exhibits cultural sensitivity and awareness

• Clear and concise communication verbally and in writing

• Maintain confidentiality on all matters

Other

• Provide clear Criminal Record Check prior to hiring, costs covered by MHS;
• Follow M’akola Housing Society policies and procedures
• Be vaccinated against Covid-19 before start date

Who We Are

M’akola Housing Society (MHS) is an Indigenous affordable housing provider committed to supporting vibrant, diverse communities in British Columbia. Our portfolio spans the entire province and involves property management, asset management, Assisted Living and providing professional consulting services to other service providers.

At MHS, we have energetic and engaged teams. Each member brings a unique approach and skillset, and together we are committed to delivering high-quality service to our tenants and their communities. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all team members take personal accountability for their work, have a passion for excellence, and are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

We honour our Indigenous roots as an Indigenous organization and strive to hire and train interested Indigenous people to work in all areas of our organization. We understand that there have been historical events that have affected the identity of Indigenous people.

We accept all self-identifying Indigenous employees including status, non-status, Métis, and Inuit peoples pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code. We honour and understand Indigenous cultures and values and do our best to support our employees. If you have any questions regarding this position or applying for the position, please reach out and email us at: humanresources@makola.bc.ca or by phone: 778-402-9260. We want to support all applicants during this process.

Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify) as per Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code.

Please submit your Resume.

Closing Date: Until Filled

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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