Executive Assistant, TWU Richmond

工作内容

Position Purpose andSummary
The Executive Assistant for TWU Richmond (TWU-R) provides support and administrates a range of responsibilities for the TWU Richmond leadership team as well as provides direct support to the VP of Innovation, Global and Academic Partnerships. The Executive Assistant represents the University in a professional manner, oversees aspects of the external relations for TWU-R, represents the University in planning and delivery of events, and supports the VP of Innovation, Global and Academic Partnerships with select projects.

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Key Areas of Accountability*
Administrative Services:

• Provide superior administrative support to the VP of Innovation, Global and Academic Partnerships, the Executive Director of TWU Richmond, and TWU Richmond leadership team members.
• Anticipate and respond to daily and future needs in a timely manner. This includes scheduling meetings and arranging logistics.
• Coordinate TWU-R departmental meetings and GLOBAL Leadership meetings. Maintain current staff & faculty lists and databases as needed (e.g., GLOBAL SharePoint).
• Manage TWU Richmond master room calendar.

Special Projects:

• Provide leadership for various projects, doing research and preparing reports.
• Contribute to TWU-R specific marketing and communications project planning.
• Respond to evolving needs of TWU-R management team for strategic support, taking on short term assignments to bridge gaps as needed.

External Relations:

• Support the ED in the establishment and management of local and international partnership relationships.
• Organize and oversee execution of signature events to host guests.
• Research and/or prepare presentations; gather necessary materials needed for networking opportunities or on-site meetings.
• Assist with preparing expense/mileage reimbursements for ongoing activities.

Room & Event Bookings:

• Assist the ED with the booking process for both internal bookings as well as on-site rentals for guest groups. Prepare contracts, confirm logistics with the client and relay needs to the Director of Campus Services and other on-site staff as needed to ensure well-supported events.
• Follow up with clients post event, confirming payment is processed, emailing thank you notes, and responding to feedback.

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The Person*
Skills and Abilities

• Cross-cultural sensitivity and adaptability. Strong aptitude in diplomatic communication.
• Fluency in Mandarin is an asset.
• Able to maintain an efficient and professional environment. Concern for good process with very high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills. Able to act with diplomacy, discretion, tact and confidentiality.
• Analytical nature and ability to problem solve proactively.
• Ability to present a welcoming and helpful attitude while interacting with a wide range of people ranging from senior administrators, faculty, staff, students and off-campus guests.
• Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and multitask during regular interruptions.
• Excellent skills with MS Office and other TWU databases (e.g. Jenzabar, Aqueduct, SharePoint).

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Personal*
Driven and inspired by the idea of positively impacting the various marketplaces of life through the development of godly Christian leaders by serving the Trinity Western University community.

Warm-hearted, dedicated, committed and mature evangelical Christian with a keen desire to serve in family, church, work and community. A firm commitment to TWU’s mission, values, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. Strength of character and reputation, a pleasant personality with a positive and friendly attitude in the midst of a very busy and dynamic atmosphere.

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Servant-Leader Way of Life: * Act in a manner that exemplifies Jesus Christ in all on and off campus contacts thereby living out the servant leadership mission of the university and contributing effectively towards achieving the institutional and Kingdom goals of the organization.

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Key Internal Interactions*
Reports:N/A
Reports to:Executive Director, TWU Richmond

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Standards & Requirements*
Education: Post-secondary degree required.
Experience: 1-3 years of senior executive support experience in a post-secondary institution or corporate office setting is desired, however, consideration will be given to recent university graduates with demonstrated ability.

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Duties and responsibilities that do not constitute a major change may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of the supervisor either orally or in writing._

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BENEFITS OF WORKING AT TWU: *

• A comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, and insurance and an RRSP matching program.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• Tuition Benefit for TWU undergraduate and graduate level courses to enhance knowledge and professional competency.
• Torch tuition scholarship for dependents of eligible employees attending TWU.
• Free access to TWU’s fitness/gym facilities and the Norma Marion Alloway Library.
• Discounts and perks for the on-site Trinity Western Outfitters bookstore and cafeterias, as well as shops and restaurants in Fort Langley.
• Wellness benefits (i.e., counselling, sick days, personal days, and reimbursement for annual wellness/recreation related purchases).
• Free recreational equipment rentals (e.g., paddle boards, snowshoes, kayaks, etc.).
• Free employee parking on campus.
• Special community events throughout the year.
• A positive Christian fellowship environment.

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Trinity Western University encourages applications from all eligible candidates who are able to commit to the university’s mission, values, and Christian identity as articulated in its Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. _We are committed to an ethic of inclusion and to the equal treatment of all persons without discrimination in accordance with human rights law.
Seeking to reflect more faithfully the diversity of Christ’s Church, we enthusiastically invite applications from Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations during the application process should contact Human Resourcesathumanresources@twu.ca.
Trinity Western University is located on the traditional ancestral territory of the Sto: lo people.

Job Type: Full-time