Location: Kamloops, BC
Wage: $27/hour
Type: Full-time/ Permanent
Hours: 5 days per week (37.5 hours a week)
Term: Permanent position with a 3-month probation period.
Anticipated Start Date: August 4, 2026
Closing Date: July 17, 2026
Do you want to work with a team of exceptionally talented and bright people to make a difference in the world?
Are you detail-oriented? Do you thrive on coordinating and administrating diverse projects and enjoy bringing them to life?
British Columbia Conservation Foundation is seeking an energetic, organized and adaptable person to fill the fast-paced role of Office Admin. The ideal candidate possesses both work and life experience in the natural environment and enjoys working independently as well as within a team environment. The role demands some knowledge in accounting and administration. The ideal individual brings a positive can-do attitude to the job, as well as a willingness to learn, adapt and respond quickly while maintaining a high standard of attention to detail. This is an office-based position.
The Office Administrator will primarily support fellow team members in the Kamloops office, prepare and send documentation to Head Office, update and maintain the organization’s online social media presence and assist the Board of Directors through scheduled notetaking and support. The successful candidatewill coordinate office activities, order and maintain office supplies, and strengthen Kamloops’ project management team by getting things done in a professional, efficient and compliant fashion on behalf of the organization.
Specific tasks include:
- Managing phone calls, correspondence (e-mail, letters, courier packages etc.) on behalf of the Kamloops office
- Keeping office equipment and supplies organized and well maintained
- Assisting Regional Coordinators (RCs) in the following ways:
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Code incoming AP invoices for RC approval and processing
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Accept/review timesheets and prepare regional payroll for RC review
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Enter and maintain database records with contract, subcontract and employee data as directed by RCs
- Assist RCs with other tasks (e.g. printing budget reports, contracts, hire letters, AP and AR) as required
- Tracking office supplies and place orders when necessary
- Submitting timely reports (e.g. Annual Report) and preparing presentations/proposals as assigned
- Managing logistical arrangements, meeting agendas and materials for the Board of Directors
- Attending and taking notes at monthly/quarterly Board of Director Meetings
- Enhancing and maintaining social media platforms
Candidate must live within commuting distance to the Kamloops BCCF Office
Candidate must be legally allowed to work in Canada for the duration of this position
- University and/or college degree in business administration, communications, non-profit management and/or relevant field (or equivalent experience)
- Familiarity with general administrative procedures and general accounting principles
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite and office management software
- Understanding of policies and procedures in an administrative setting
- Experience in developing digital graphics, publications and social media posts
- A passion for conservation and making a difference. You have the talent and heart to deliver and make an impact
- Experience in non-profit, community or a government role and working with diverse stakeholders including experience with Indigenous communities
- Team player who thrives in a busy, deadline-driven and information-rich workplace
- Resilient and flexible, a quick learner and a collaborative colleague who enjoys being part of a team and can work independently
- Exceptional attention to detail and quality while managing multiple tasks, organized and committed to producing high-quality work
- Non-profit / charitable sector knowledge
- Sound analytical, problem-solving, computer and organizational abilities, and strong interpersonal skills
- Good judgement, initiative and discretion as well as previous experience in dealing with all levels of staff, external clients and suppliers
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and to work effectively in a demanding environment while meeting tight deadlines
- Ability to manage a rapidly fluctuating workload
- Ability to plan and organize effectively
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to be proactive in identifying and addressing issues
- Passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion with the interest to support purposeful change.
- Excellent written and spoken English language skills. Other language skills are an asset.
- Extended benefit plan available after 3 months
- Employer commitment to managing and supporting a healthy work culture
- Work with smart and interesting colleagues who are committed to making a difference on BC’s fish and wildlife populations and environment
- A chance to make an impact on the health of our province and planet.
