The Coastal First Nations – Great Bear Initiative (CFN-GBI) has an exciting and unique opportunity for a full-time Front Desk Receptionist/Administrative Support person to join our dynamic team in Vancouver.
About the Coastal First Nations – Great Bear Initiative
The CFN-GBI is an alliance of First Nations on British Columbia’s North and Central Coast and Haida Gwaii. The alliance includes Wuikinuxv Nation, Heiltsuk, Kitasoo/Xaixais, Nuxalk Nation, Gitga’at, Metlakatla, Nuxalk Nation, Old Massett, Skidegate, and Council of the Haida Nation. The principal goal of this group is to restore and implement ecologically, socially, and economically sustainable resource management approaches on the Central and North Coast and Haida Gwaii. For more information on the Coastal First Nations refer to www.coastalfirstnations.ca
The Opportunity
Working mainly with the Office Manager and reporting to the General Manager, the primary functions of this position are:
Core responsibilities include:
What you’ll need to succeed:
Are you a professional candidate that enjoys a casual, yet professional environment? Do you enjoy a dynamic role with responsibility? If so, you must have a minimum of two (2) progressive years within a similar organisation, you must have excellent communication skills both verbally and written.. You must have front of house experience and must be proficient in Microsoft office programmes.
Education and professional development:
Knowledge experience, skills and strengths required:
What you’ll get in return:
You will gain a competitive compensation package, including 5 weeks’ vacation, extended health and dental benefits. You will gain really good exposure to the dynamic, indigenous not-for-profit society and will gain excellent experience with a growing yet established organisation.
What else you need to know:
This position is 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. CFN-GBI offers a competitive compensation package and an engaging work environment. Qualified applicants should email a cover letter and resume to [email protected], to the attention of Crystal Dixon, Office Manager by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 14, 2018. Note: Only those shortlisted will be contacted.