ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Nunatsiavut Kavamanga Government -
Makkovik, NL

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
23 hours ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Powerpoint
Bilingual
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Filing
English
Computer skills
College diploma
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Company: Nunatsiavut Government

Department: Affairs

Position: Administrative Assistant

Term: Full Time, Permanent

Community: Makkovik

Closing Date: July 16, 2026

Responsibilities

Address staff and client inquires or requests in a welcoming and professional manner
Determine the nature of requests from visitors/clients and where possible, provides information to the client. In circumstances where information is not readily available, identifies the most appropriate action to be taken and expedites requests accordingly
Create and maintain the central filing system and tracking for invoice, tenders, contracts and service agreements. This includes but not limited to sending deadline reminders to staff to submit reports and maintaining copies of proposals, reports and approved agreements.
Ensure that incoming correspondence is received and communicated to appropriate staff in a timely manner
Take minutes that accurately reflect the decisions and discussion in various meetings. Preparation and distribution of minutes so that communications are clear.
Preparing/formatting correspondence appropriately for various external audiences.
Maintain and implement digital and paper filing systems
Arrange travel and accommodations
Creating and reconciling expense reports on behalf of other staff members for submission to finance
Schedule and book of various meetings/conferences
Completion of purchase requisitions and obtaining appropriate approval to meet requests and submit to the Finance Division
Provides assistance in preparation for events when required
Maintain a high level of confidentiality with sensitive information
Provide coverage for the Secretary/Receptionist whenever necessary
Travel as required
Other duties as required

Qualifications

Two (2) year diploma course in Office Administration with 3-5 years related working experience. Combination of relevant education and/or experience will be considered
Strong organizational, time management and resolution skills
Ability to perform duties under minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment
Proficient computer skills including: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with the ability to master new software applications easily.
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to travel to Nunatsiavut Communities
Knowledge of the Labrador Inuit culture and northern communities

Assets

Bilingual in English and Inuktitut

Benefits

Competitive Paid Leave Package
Travel Benefit
Labrador Allowance
Group insurance including health and dental
Group pension

Department: Affairs

Location: Makkovik

Term: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: July 16, 2026

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume to [email protected].

Applications should be submitted before 4:30 pm on closing day.

Interested in a Career?

If you have any questions about employment with the Nunatsiavut Government, you can always reach out to our Human Resources department at [email protected].

We look forward to speaking with you!

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