Location: Ottawa, ON (On-site, 2 days)
Language: Strong written and spoken English required
Duration: 2-day contract, May 20 and May 21, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Background Check Requirement: Not specified
About the Opportunity
This short-term opportunity is ideal for an organized and detail-oriented administrative professional who thrives in structured, professional environments. You will play a key role in supporting a formal meeting tied to an important governance process, ensuring all discussions and documentation are captured accurately and efficiently.
Working alongside experienced professionals in a unionized environment, you will contribute to a highly structured event that takes place once every four years. Your ability to stay focused, organized, and responsive will help ensure the meeting runs smoothly and all records are properly maintained.
What’s In It for You
This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to a formal meeting environment within a professional and collaborative setting. You will build on your administrative and documentation skills while working closely with experienced stakeholders. The assignment offers a clear structure, supportive environment, and a chance to contribute to an important process.
Your Responsibilities
• You’ll take clear, accurate, and detailed meeting minutes throughout the sessions
• You’ll provide general administrative and secretarial support during the event
• You’ll assist with preparing and formatting documents using Microsoft Word
• You’ll support the creation or updating of tables and charts in Excel as needed
• You’ll help organize and compile reports and meeting documentation
Skills and Qualifications
• 2+ years of administrative or secretarial experience in a professional setting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• High attention to detail and ability to capture accurate records
• Professional demeanor with business casual presentation
• Ability to bring and use your own laptop with Microsoft Office installed
Why Partner with Altis
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