Office/Health and Safety Coordinator

Nawiinginokiima Forest Management Corporation (Marathon, ON)
Office/Health and Safety Coordinator

NFMC is looking for a dynamic, hardworking applicant who has the aptitude and experience to become the Agency’s Office/Health and Safety Coordinator. Our Agency’s structure and culture provide opportunities for growth and innovative thinking. NFMC is able to offer strong benefits with competitive compensation. If you are a highly organized and analytical individual with excellent communications skills and have experience working in a professional office/accounting environment this may be an opportunity for you.

As the Office/Health and Safety Coordinator, you will act as the Executive Assistant to the General Manager and the Board of Directors, administer the Agency’s Health and Safety Program, and maintain the Agency’s Safe Workplace Ontario certification through Workplace Safety North. The Office/Health and Safety Coordinator will also assist with: developing and executing HR, recruitment, training strategies and policies, and provide senior level administrative support. In addition, you will assist the Agency’s Finance Manager with Accounts Payable/Receivable processes and other corporate requirements related to Agency reporting and audits.

Requirements:
•Education at the level associated with graduating from an Ontario University/College in the area of administration, accounting,or equivalent in education and experience, combined with ten years of related experience working in an office environment;
•Reasoning, problem solving, strong oral, written and interpersonal skills;
•Strong organizational, analytical, prioritization, and planning skills;
•Exceptional communication skills;
•Knowledge of administrative systems, processes, and methods to support administrative activities of the General Manager,Accountant, and Board of Directors;
•Coordinate Board of Director meetings, prepare meeting agendas, formal and accurate meeting minutes, and draft resolutions;
•Advanced experience using MS applications and use of various social media platforms;
•Exceptional written skills including the ability to write technical reports;
•Basic understanding of accounting procedures;
•Ability to take initiative and learn independently;
•Position is based in Marathon, Ontario.
Assets:
•Knowledge of the NFMC, its roles, responsibilities, and corporate objectives;
•Knowledge and understanding of First Nation cultures and working with First Nation stakeholders;
•Ability to collaborate and contribute in a team environment;
•Experience working closely with executives;
•Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information;
•Experience using Sage 50 or similar accounting software;
•Experience organizing and facilitating high-level meetings;
•Knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and practices.

Position salary range $55,500 – $76,500 per annum. Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Competitive pension plan and benefits are offered.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume (via email) to:
Carmelo Notarbartolo, General Manager
carmelo.notarbartolo@nfmcforestry.ca

Applications will be accepted until June 9, 2023 at 4:30 pm
Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted