Executive Assistant

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CEO – FULL-TIME

About the Development Corporation:

The Gitga’at Development Corporation (GDC) is the economic development arm of the Gitga’at First Nation. GDC is

responsible for building economic opportunity from the ground up including initiatives in the local community and

beyond in Northern BC.

Position Summary:

The Executive Assistant contributes to the overall success of the organization by effectively carrying out administrative

and support functions. This role focuses on providing the CEO with professional, effective and timely assistance and

solutions to administrative requirements. As a key front line senior staff member, the Executive Assistant must have

excellent critical-thinking, organizational and people skills. This position will have numerous contacts with a wide

variety of organizations, including government and non-government agencies, industry and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Performs day-to-day administrative/clerical duties, including filing, photocopying, faxing, processing

correspondence, reports, emails and electronic filing of key documentation.

2. Prepares for meetings including organizing agendas, notifications, compiling documents and preparing

Board Packages.

3. Tracks action items and deadlines, provides reminders, as necessary.

4. Coordinates meetings and/or travel schedules and makes travel arrangements.

5. Answers incoming telephone calls and addresses visitors, directs inquiries, provides information, screens

calls, sets up appointments, and takes messages as required.

6. Assistance with special projects, including conducting research and coordinating reports for final approval

by CEO.

7. Maintains databases and other computerized files, including the electronic filing system.

8. Takes minutes at Board and specific meetings; types and disseminates minutes to appropriate parties.

Qualifications:

Education: Post-secondary education in Public or Business Administration or a related field or proven combined

experience in lieu of education.

Experience: Four to six years of senior administration assistance or project coordination experience.

Skills and Abilities: Proficiency in the use of computer programs Microsoft Office Suite, databases systems,

spreadsheets, emails and the internet to the intermediate level, capable of using many functions and feel confident

using the programs. Must have strong administrative, organizational and communication skills.

Compensation: $65,000-$75,000 The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the

successful candidate’s relevant education and experience. Comprehensive benefits package.

Office Location

632-3rd Ave West, Prince Rupert BC

Hours of Work: 08:30 am-4:30pm (Monday-Friday)

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter with subject line GDC – EA to:

info@wisdomcirclecollective.ca

Closing date: Feb 15, 2026