Amnesty International Canada (English Speaking) -  Executive Assistant
                                                                             
Amnesty International Canada (English Speaking) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Assistant. This is a senior position requiring a high level of competency across a range of areas.

The Executive Assistant  

• Works closely with Amnesty’s Board and managers  
• Provides facilitation and logistical services to meetings  
• Drafts a wide variety of reports  
• Undertakes analysis and research under the direction of the Executive Director  
• Carries out a number of human resource related duties  
• Provides administrative assistance to the Executive Director and the Secretary General.  

Qualifications:

• Skill and experience in project coordination  
• High level of facilitation skills  
• Adaptability, flexibility and the ability to work with understanding, sensitivity and tact  
• Well developed sense of responsibility and priority setting  
• High level of oral and written literacy 
• Ability to work efficiently with Microsoft office applications  
• A minimum of a Community College diploma in human resources or executive office administration  
• A minimum of three years experience in a senior support position, preferably in an NGO  
• An understanding of Amnesty International’s work is highly desirable  

Length & Hours:
This is a full-time (37.5 hrs per week) permanent position situated in Amnesty’s national office in Ottawa.  The position will begin in late September 2008.

Salary:
$53,648 - $55,194 (depending on experience and non-negotiable)
                                    
Deadline for Submissions:
July 9, 2008 (interviews will take place in late July)

Those interested in this position should provide a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience meet the above criteria, and a resume to:

Bonnie Harnden
312 Laurier Ave E
Ottawa  ON  K1N 1H9