UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional

territories and homelands of many Indigenous

peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River

Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have

continuously maintained homelands in northern

Manitoba since time immemorial. The First

Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into

treaty relationships with the Crown (within our

region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -

and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located

within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has

also become home to other Indigenous peoples.

We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all

Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation,

and learning.

COMPETITION TYPE
Open Competition to the Public

COMPETITION NUMBER
25-113

CLOSING DATE
October 6, 2025

SALARY RANGE
$42,592 to $49,193 per annum
plus, remoteness allowance if
applicable

POSITION
CLASSIFICATION
Administrative Assistant 2

POSITION LOCATION
Thompson, Manitoba

POSITION TYPE
Full-Time, Regular Position

APPLY TO
Email: hrinfo@ucn.ca (PDF
preferred format)
University College of the
North,
Attention: Human Resources
P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7
Fax: (204) 623-4414

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Indigenous Initiatives & Reconciliation

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering

more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work

environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and offer a generous Total

Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including

tuition waivers.

DUTIES
Reporting to the Director of Programming and Operations, Indigenous Initiative & Reconciliation (IIR), the Administrative Assistant provides

clerical and administrative duties for the Indigenous Initiatives & Reconciliation (IIR) division. The Administrative Assistant will assist with

organizing and scheduling meetings, preparation and distribution of a wide range of reports, correspondence and meeting minutes, travel

arrangements and recruitment activities. The incumbent will also provide support for other divisions and departments within UCN and external

agencies including other post-secondary institutions and Indigenous organizations to ensure the effective implementation and processing of

the division’s policies and regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Office Assistant Certificate; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

• Experience coordinating and scheduling travel arrangements

• Experience with scheduling meetings and minute-taking

• Proficiency in MS Office 365 and office technologies (managing an electronic calendar, databases, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

• Ability to take initiative

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced work environment

• Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

• Effective and culturally relevant communication skills and interpersonal skills

• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Commitment to life-long learning

ASSETS
• Knowledge and understanding of academic environments and Indigenous cultures

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their
resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational
Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment
organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)

UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous
candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples,
persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given
consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human
Resources.

Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Application materials, including

references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).
For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca