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Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is selected. Come join our team! Being part of Shepherds Care means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead, and succeed. Our employees propel change and continue to be at the centre of our organizations development. The Opportunity Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Position End Date: February 2027 or upon return of incumbent. FTE: 1.0 Bi-Weekly Hours: 77.5 Salary for this position is commensurate with education and experience. Location: Shepherds Care Administration Offices: 12601 135 AVE NW, Edmonton, AB Reporting to the Vice President, Clinical Services (VP), the Executive Assistant (EA) provides vital administrative support to the VP by ensuring the smooth operation of the VPs office. The role involves managing the VPs calendar, scheduling meetings, and handling daytime administrative tasks, such as responding to emails and phone calls, printing and copying documents, and coordinating logistics for meetings, events and appointments. The EA also drafts and organizes correspondence, reports, and presentations, while assisting with project management to ensure that deadlines and deliverables are met. In addition, the EA acts as a liaison between the VPs office and both internal teams and external stakeholders, maintaining professionalism and discretion when managing sensitive information. The role includes coordinating travel arrangements and itineraries for the VP, managing expense reports, and supporting both internal and external events. The EA also plays an important role in maintaining organizational documents on various electronic platforms and complying with records retention policies. Qualifications, Education, Experience The ideal candidate will have a postsecondary diploma in Business Administration or a related field, along with 35 years of office administration experience, preferably in a senior management setting. Strong organizational, time management and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Teams) is required. Familiarity with healthcare settings is an asset. This role demands a high level of discretion, attention to detail and professionalism in all interactions. How to Apply Complete the application form below, attach your resume and covering letter and click the Submit button. We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Who We Are Shepherds Care Foundation is a mission driven, faithbased, notforprofit organization providing quality care and accommodations to more than 1000 seniors in Calgary, Edmonton and Barrhead. Our campuses provide living options for residents with a full spectrum of care needs including Independent Living, Continuing Care Home Type B (supportive living/SL4), Continuing Care Home Type B Secure (SL4D), Continuing Care Home Type A (long term care and complex care), and Home and Community Care Type 2. Our inspiring Mission is Living life in a caring, Christian environment and encourages our employees to contribute to a culture of positivity, while being personcentered and present in the lives of our residents. Being part of SCF means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead and succeed. Our employees propel change and continue to be at the centre of our organizations development. What We Offer Shepherds Care Foundation offers competitive total rewards, a strong focus on employee safety and wellness and a commitment to progressive work teams, personal development and collaboration. We also offer respectful and culturally inclusive workplaces that align with our employeedeveloped Behaviour Standards and pride ourselves on open and connected work environments. Note that, the successful applicant must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (satisfactory to the employer). Privacy Notice Shepherds Care Foundation respects your right to privacy and takes seriously our responsibilities regarding the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information. Shepherds Care Foundation wishes you to be aware of the following information. If you are applying for employment with Shepherds Care Foundation, the personal information that you provide will be used to assess your qualifications and suitability as a potential employee. Shepherds Care Foundation may also collect and use additional personal information provided by you or your references in the course of evaluation and hiring process. Your personal information will become part of your employment file if you are a successful candidate. Shepherds Care Foundation may collect and use additional information about you, such as criminal record background checks, test scores and performance assessments, for the purpose of managing the employment relationship. #J-18808-Ljbffr