Office Administrator

Do you want to work with a team of exceptionally talented and bright people to make a real difference in the world?

Are you detailed oriented, 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 in office administration.

The ideal candidate will possess both work and life experience in the natural environment and enjoy working in office administration, ideally including familiarity with accounts payable.

The 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 primarily an office-based position.

Job Description

Hours : 5 days per week, Monday Friday (37.5 hours per week)

Location : Kamloops, BC

Wage : $23 $29 / hour

Term : Permanent position with a 3-month probation period

Report to : Regional Manager

Anticipated Start date : Nov. 1, 2024 or sooner

Closing Date : October 13, 2024

The Office Administrator will primarily support the team in Kamloops and also the Executive Director. The successful candidate will coordinate office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with organizational policies.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages, etc.).
• Create and update records and databases with personnel, financial and other data.
• Support budgeting and bookkeeping procedures (AP; expense claims, cheque reqs, sign-over letters).
• Track stocks of office supplies and place orders when necessary.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• University and / or college degree in business administration, non-profit management or relevant field.
• Familiarity with office management procedures and accounting principles.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite and office management software.
• Understanding of policies and procedures in a variety of administrative programs.

What You Bring to the Role

• A passion for conservation and making a difference.
• Experience in non-profit, community or a government role and working with diverse stakeholders including experience with Indigenous communities is an asset.
• 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 projects.
• Sound analytical, problem-solving, computer and organizational abilities, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Good judgement, initiative and discretion.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively in a demanding environment while meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and 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.

Notes

In your cover letter, tell us why you are passionate about conservation in BC and your experience in managing an office.

Interviews are anticipated to take place during the week of October 23, 2024.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

We recognize the importance of a diversified workforce, and we encourage Indigenous People(s), First Nations, and Métis candidates, women, members of visible minority groups and diverse ability persons to apply.

British Columbia Conservation Foundation recognizes, acknowledges and appreciates that we are able to live, work and learn on the traditional territories of the First Nations and Indigenous Peoples of BC.

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