Job Title: Executive Assistant
Department: Core
Reports To: Executive Director
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: 458 Fairall Street, Unit 4, Ajax ON L1S 1R6

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree or diploma in public administration, business administration or a related field.
• Proven experience in an executive administrative role.
• Experience in the non-profit sector with an understanding of the Agency’s role as a support service provider and the issues that face a modern non-profit organization is preferred.
• Strong, clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work proactively in a highly organized manner where attention to detail, accuracy, discretion and confidentiality are critical.
• A strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively or independently to achieve goals.
• Strong digital literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience in planning and coordinating events.
• High level of professionalism and ability to deal effectively with all levels within the agency as well as external partners.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• The Executive Assistant will work out of an office environment and will be required to lift up to 20 lbs. Prolonged sitting is required.
• The Executive Assistant will need to be flexible in the case of attending evening and/or weekend meetings and events as required.
• A valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G), use of a vehicle and insurance with the ability to work in a variety of settings is an asset.
• Successful candidate must provide an acceptable vulnerable sector check prior to commencing employment.
  APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants are requested to submit their resume and a cover letter stating salary expectation, while outlining their strengths, experience and aptitude to fulfill the position requirements.
  CDCD thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those asked for additional information and/or selected for an interview will be contacted.
  CDCD is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that represents the cultural mosaic of the Durham Region and the communities we serve. We recognize the value that comes from the different viewpoints, unique experiences and diverse perspectives of our employees, who bring fresh, new ideas to our business. Diversity plays a key role in our ability to deliver our mission.
  CDCD is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to fostering innovative ideas and solutions.
  As an employer, CDCD has a duty to accommodate potential candidates throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Executive Assistant provides high-level executive and operational support to the Executive Director by proactively and efficiently maintaining the general activities and flow of the workplace. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the agency by coordinating various administrative, communication, and organizational tasks.
The Executive Assistant will be accountable for contributing to key initiatives and projects while confidentially interacting with the Management Team and staff as required. The successful incumbent will act on high volumes of information and requests and determine appropriate actions.
Company Overview
Community Development Council Durham (CDCD) is an independent, not-for-profit social planning organization that has been working to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families and communities in Durham for 55 years. We organize a variety of research, community development and social planning initiatives as well as administer and deliver front line social service programs. Please visit us at www.cdcd.org for more information.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Using client-centered, anti-oppression, anti-racism, trauma-informed, gender-based analysis plus+ and strength-based approaches, build relationships and establish rapport with existing community partners, vendors, landlords, clients and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy protection measures for all community partners, landlord, vendors, staff and clients.
• Promote a high-functioning teamwork environment that is inclusive, harmonious, cooperative, efficient and productive.
• Participates in promoting a positive workplace culture through agency committee membership and departmental activities.
• Collaborates closely and effectively with the Executive Director.
• Organize the Executive Director’s calendar.
• Support the development of agendas and prepare and distribute meeting minutes as required.
• Draft and review correspondence, memos, presentations, reports and other documents on behalf of the Executive Director.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information with profound discretion and professionalism.
• Coordinate and arrange agency-wide events, meetings, and conferences, ensuring effective planning and organization.
• Assist with ad hoc projects that may arise, such as staff initiatives, strategic planning, or organizational changes.
• Create, manage and keep up-to-date a centralized agency-wide calendar, share the calendar with relevant team members and departments, ensuring they have appropriate access rights.
• Effectively prioritize conflicting demands, address matters promptly, take proactive actions, and see projects through to successful completion.
• Serve as a liaison between the Executive Director, Management Team, and other relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Follows up promptly and efficiently with the Management Team to ensure they are well-informed about upcoming commitments and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with HR to systematically maintain and update company organization charts, telephone extension list, emergency fanout list and languages list spoken by CDCD staff (electronic, database and hardcopy).
• Maintain and refine internal processes that support the management team and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Assist with various marketing tasks as needed, such as reviewing promotional materials, ensuring adherence to the agency’s brand guidelines.
• Work with the finance team to coordinate effective maintenance of the facility.
• Collaborate with IT and finance to maintain capital assets inventory.
• Participate in promoting positive workplace culture through committee membership and agency activities.
• Manage routine office responsibilities, including ordering supplies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.