Full-time · Vancouver, CA
About Fraser Academy
Based in Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC, Fraser Academy (FA) is an educational leader in Dyslexia. Its services include an independent Gr 1-12 school program, outreach learner programs for the wider community, and teacher training programs elevating the skills of educators across BC, Canada and the world. We serve a gap in the system where approximately 20% of the student population is under-served by mainstream education. The ripple impact of our programming adds great social value. While our student population has skills and strengths which are in demand in the 21st century, it can be vulnerable to mental health challenges, substance abuse, higher drop-out rates, and other risks when not supported.
We are on a path to become Canada’s Centre for Dyslexia expanding our programs and amplifying our impact in the community. For more information please visit us at www.fraseracademy.ca.
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time; reporting to the CEO
Position Summary: Are you looking for a meaningful role with purpose to help make a game-changing impact in education and society? If so, we want to hear from you! In this Executive Assistant role, you provide executive support to the Chief Executive Officer. You also provide essential support to certain other members of the Executive Team and internal working groups.
Responsibilities:
CEO
Support for Other Members of Executive Team:
Admin. support for the Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) including:
Ad hoc. admin. support for the VP.
Providing basic first aid support to staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies & Skills
Highly professional; excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a sense of humour and a calm, efficient and welcoming demeanor (used to working in, and adapting to, fast-moving, high pressure environments).
Exceptional time management and organizational skills; proactive, and service-driven approach; good familiarity with office management systems.
High degree of tact, accountability, initiative, diplomacy, discretion & confidentiality; strong judgment with proven ability to manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner.
Solid experience i) in drafting, editing, proofreading concise communications and documents, ii) in Board Relations.
Attention to detail is key as well as ability to model high standards.
Proficient computer skills including in outlook, word, excel (expected to be able to create spreadsheets), powerpoint, Zoom. (FA uses the google suite.)
Friendly demeanour and strong EQ qualities including self-awareness and EQ.
Team player, but an autonomous worker, who values community; positive, growth mindset & “can do” attitude; tackles all assignments with enthusiasm!
Requirements - Ideal Candidate:
3+ years experience as an Executive Assistant (work at a non-profit/charity, including a school or post-secondary, will be considered an asset).
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field: Business Administration, Education, Communications, or formal education and training as an Executive Assistant.
Note: Flexibility is necessary, as this position may require occasional after hours and evening work.
To Apply:
To apply please send your resume and cover letter to Neil Johnston, CEO via email to blynch@fraseracademy.ca in Human Resources by 5pm on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 .
FA offers an exceptional and stimulating environment, along with competitive employment packages, including salary ($60,000-$65,000 dependent on experience) and vacation options based on a school environment.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest, we look forward to hearing from you!