McGill University

AssistanttotheVice-President(CommunicationsandInstitutionalRelations)(NU)

$62–73k Canada FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Assistant to the Vice-President (Communications and Institutional Relations) (NU) at McGill University. Skills: Organizational skills, Time management, Administrative support. Manage calendar and schedule. Prioritize events”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem resolution; Identify issues

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3 Years Related Experience

What You'll Do.

Manage calendar and schedule

Prepare briefing files

Ensure accuracy of briefing files

Resolve sensitive matters

Identify issues for escalation

Draft documents and correspondence

Follow up on action items

Review documents for signature

Submit official documents for signature

Scan and file documents

Verify expense reimbursement claims

Develop systems to manage information flow

Administer physical resources

Manage inventory of supplies

Serve as IT asset steward

Interact with facilities services

Assist employees with training

Assist employees with onboarding

Perform related duties

Participate in special projects

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaboration with colleagues; Collaboration with executive offices; Collaboration with external offices; Work as part of a team

Communication Scope

Written communication; Spoken communication

Full Job Description

**Please refer to the[How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates)](https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/apply_at_mcgill_university_-_guide_for_external_candidates_en.pdf) job aid for instructions on how to apply.** **If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).** **Position Summary:** Reporting to the Associate Director, Administration (OVPCIR), the incumbent is responsible for providing a high-level of proactive organizational, planning, and administrative support to the Vice-President, Communications and Institutional Relations (VPCIR) and the Senior Director, Government and Institutional Relations (SDGIR). The role involves managing the Vice-President’s and Senior Director’s time and priorities, preparing them for scheduled meetings and directing incoming correspondence, including email or incoming calls to appropriate staff or reporting units. The incumbent is expected to carry out their duties with an exceptional level of accuracy, judgment, autonomy, efficiency, and discretion and must be able to navigate significant change and ambiguity on a day-to-day basis, as emergencies arise, and operational priorities require adjustment. **Primary Responsibilities:** * Plans and organizes the Vice-President’s and Senior Director’s calendar and schedule while prioritizing events and meetings; * Ensures that the Vice-President’s and Senior Director’s briefing files for daily meetings and events, including agendas, background notes, speaking notes, schedule of events, and biographical materials are accurate and comprehensive. * Works in close collaboration and consultation with colleagues in the Office, in other executive offices of the university, and with external offices to ensure that the Vice-President and Senior Director receives documents

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