POSITION SUMMARY

Best known for its flagship festival, Folklorama is a vibrant not-for-profit organization that operates 365 days a year, bringing people together by sharing ethno-cultural experiences and education. At this time, Folklorama is seeking a community-minded, goal-driven individual to join the team as Executive Assistant on a term basis.
The Executive Assistant (term) is directly responsible to the Executive Director for the management and coordination of general administrative functions of the office of the Executive Director, as well as overseeing special project areas as assigned. The Executive Assistant (term) always acts in the best interest of the Executive Director, anticipating their needs and maintaining a high level of confidentiality, tact, and discretion.
A full job description is available on our website: https://folklorama.ca/about-us/careers/

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two to three (2-3) years’ experience in an executive-level administrative role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and database programs.
• Familiarity with governance boards, and experience working with by-laws and policies is desired.
• Ability to lead and execute projects with limited supervision.
• Ability to coordinate meetings and produce required documents.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Community and culturally minded, results-driven individual.
• Superior organizational skills; detail oriented; focused with a high level of initiative and energy.
• Ability to produce high-quality work on a deadline and comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and analytically.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, especially with management and directors.

Please refer the Job description for details