CMERLS: Administrative Assistant

Position

Administrative Assistant

Program / Project

Children’s Medical Equipment Loans

Description

Tasks may include a variety of the following:

• Filing, photo copy tasks and faxing as required for day to day operations and projects.
• To maintain and update supplier and product library.
• To assist with the processing of day to day loan transactions.
• To record incoming equipment and assist with distribution of equipment for repair.
• Assist with or take on special projects as directed by Coordinator.
• Assist with accounting and statistical reports.
• Maintain office so that is looks tidy and professional.
• Assist with packing and shipping equipment.
• Data entry
• Switchboard relief.

Duration

On-going position

Time Commitment

Minimum 4 hours per week

Preference given to applicants that can make a 6 month or more commitment.

When

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Morning

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Afternoon

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Evening

Location

Canadian Red Cross Office 3400 Lake City Way, Burnaby,

Qualifications

• Computer skills to include word processing, data entry and Internet research.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to compile and analyze research material.
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to follow specific instructions
• Able to complete on line computer courses.

Language Required

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.  Other languages are an asset.

Other Requirements

• Vulnerable sector Criminal record check required 
• Ability to type 50 wpm

Training & Meetings

• On job training and online training.
• Introduction to Red Cross.
• First Aid training and other trainings may be offered.

Benefits to Volunteer

An opportunity to develop knowledge of a wide variety of medical equipment, and to learn some skills in regard to equipment research, office skills, and audit.

Application & Interview Process

Please download and complete the following forms:

• Volunteer Application Form (PDF, 593 KB)
• Volunteer Agreement Form (PDF, 16KB)

Applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Application Deadline

On-going

Contact

Patricia Barrett

Telephone

604-709-6685   Please apply by email or fax.   Fax 604-709-6688

E-mail

pbarrett@redcross.ca