Job Type: Fulltime
Job Description:
The Edmonton Waste Management Centre of Excellence (EWMCE) is an international leader in research, technology development and training in waste management. This position is based at the Research and Development Facility, located at Edmonton’s Clover Bar Solid Waste Management Centre. This one-year renewable contract position is full-time with flexible work hours. Salary depends on qualification and experience. A benefit package is provided.
• Assist with general administration of the EWMCE
o Oversee receipt, entering in mail log and processing and sending of mail
o Maintain brochures inventory, presentation packages for the Clover Bar site
o Provide administrative support to all EWMCE staff at the Clover Bar site
• Assist with committee and staff meetings, technical seminars and courses
o Assist with planning long-term schedule for staff and committee meetings, book meeting rooms, confirm bookings, send out agenda and minutes to participants, order refreshments, communicate with participants, take minutes and circulate
o Schedule Board of Directors’ meetings, collect reporting information, assemble and send out information packages to Board members, arrange catering and assist during meetings, takes minutes and circulate
o For technical seminars and courses at Clover Bar, book meeting room(s), order catering services for participants, staff registration desk on the day of the event
o Assist with events hosted by the EWMCE at other locations as required
• Assist with office and facility management
o Take responsibility for meeting rooms, kitchen and office space to ensure the all areas represent the Centre well to visitors and project partners
o Ensure good working condition of office equipment, monitor and order office and kitchen supplies as needed
o Act as liaison for visitors and contractors to the facility
You have an Office Assistant diploma or equivalent and 5 years experience in general office administrative functions. Experience in the not-for profit environment will be an asset.
You are a self-motivated, highly organized and flexible individual, with excellent written and spoken English skills, as well as interpersonal and teamwork skills. You are comfortable working independently and possess strong problem-solving skills, are able to multi-task and have above average skills in using MS Office applications.
You must possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License and will be required occasionally to use your own vehicle for business. You will be reimbursed in accordance with the Centre’s car allowance policy. On-site parking is provided.
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