Administrative Coordinator

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Location: Burnaby, BC

Reporting to the assigned supervisor, the Administrative Coordinator provides administrative services to the assigned department. The role performs various project and contract administration, accounting, procurement, and budgetary functions, along with general administrative duties. The position also supports internal and external events, research, and preparation of reports, plans and coordinates meetings, and provides administrative support for departmental initiatives.

• Post‑secondary diploma in Communications, Business Administration or other relevant field.
• Considerable related experience in a relevant subject area and in a comparable environment.
• Lived and / or sound professional experience working with diverse, marginalized, and/or Indigenous communities.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.

• Sound knowledge of the principles and practices of office administration.
• Knowledge of basic accounting and budgeting processes and procedures.
• Judgement, diplomacy and tact in dealing with confidential matters.
• Strong liaison skills with senior management and ability to facilitate completion of activities on behalf of management.
• Collaboration and support of team members.
• Research and report preparation skills.
• Project ownership and completion.
• Multi‑tasking, coordination, and ability to manage multiple issues and projects.
• Build strong relationships with internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Sensitivity to diverse perspectives and ability to resolve differences and work cohesively.
• Typing speed minimum 50 wpm with high accuracy.
• Advanced computer skills with MS Office, Teams, SharePoint and Adobe Suite.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Initiative, follow‑through and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Organizational, analytical, problem‑solving, time‑management and expediting skills.

• In‑house training and external course opportunities for professional development.
• Wellness programs including fitness, smoking cessation, free flu shots, mental health resources and lunch‑and‑learn lectures.
• Recognition programs and long‑term service awards.
• Livegreen incentives such as employee transit pass program and bike purchase program.
• Active Social Club and community event participation.

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. The cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member to discuss the recruitment process. Please contact to arrange a call.

BC Housing is an equal opportunity employer. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

Entry level

Full‑time

Administrative

Government Administration