Administrative Coordinator (Casual)

Who We Are
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits.
Who You Are
Mikisew is currently seeking an experienced CASUAL Administrative Coordinator. The Administrative Coordinator is responsible for providing efficient and organized administrative support for Mikisew Cree First Nation, GIR. This role ensures smooth day-to-day operations by managing office tasks, coordinating schedules, and facilitating communication between departments, community organizations, and external partners. The Administrative Coordinator works closely with various teams to support operational needs, maintain records, and ensure timely completion of administrative duties. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism are essential in this role. The position requires the ability to multitask, adapt to fast-paced environments, and maintain respectful and courteous interactions with all stakeholders.
Roles & Responsibilities
Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, travel and accommodations bookings, and maintaining records.
Coordinate office operations to ensure efficiency and organization.
Creating purchase orders through Xyntax to book reservations and to look up invoices.
Assisting in gathering invoices to match statements and purchase orders, along with coding them
Creating spreadsheets through Excel and office closure templates/posters on Canva.
Serve as a point of contact for internal teams, community organizations, and external partners.
Manage office supplies and ensure a well-organized workspace
Support event planning and logistics for meetings, conferences, and other engagements.
Supporting the Community Based Monitoring and Guardian’s Team in Fort Chipewyan, AB
Assisting the EA of the Chief and Council and the Events Coordinator with internal tasks
Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards in all communications.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in business administration, office management, or a related field preferred.
Previous experience in an administrative or office coordination role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, OneNote) and Adobe.
Experience handling scheduling, correspondence, and record-keeping.
Strong understanding of office procedures and administrative best practices.
Experience with data entry, document management, and filing systems.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent customer service skills and experience interacting with clients, staff, or external stakeholders.
Other Requirements
Possess a valid Class 5 AB driver’s license and own or access to a vehicle.
Willingness and ability to work after hours and/or weekends when required.
MCFN Standard Closing Statement
All applications will be reviewed, although only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Mikisew Cree First Nation is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a security screening, which includes a criminal background check and vulnerable sector check.
kinanâskomitin (Thank you) for your interest.

Employment type
Part-Time, Permanent

Work arrangement
No