Administrative Assistant, Rare Dementia Support Canada
Full-Time Support Staff (6-month contract)
Rare Dementia Support (RDS) Canada is a multi-component support community for people affected by rare dementia and a centre for rare dementia education and research. RDS Canada’s vision is for all individuals living with, affected by, or at risk of a diagnosis of rare dementia have access to information, tailored support and guidance and connect with others affected by similar conditions. Led by Nipissing University (NU), RDS Canada is funded by The Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation.
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support for RDS Canada to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of the service. The overall responsibilities include general reception and administrative support, general assistance for people living with rare dementia and their families accessing support services, maintaining digital registration and member records, organizing and booking support and educational activities, assisting with RDS Canada’s communication and marketing functions via the website and newsletters, coordinating meetings with internal and external collaborators, and assisting with the quality assurance program.
The position holder may be required to occasionally work in the evenings and on Saturdays to attend RDS Canada related activities.
The successful candidate will have a two-year office administration diploma from a recognized college (a university degree is considered an asset) with one to three years of relevant experience. Experience working with people living with different forms of dementia and an awareness of Canadian dementia care is considered an asset. A Criminal Reference Check, with vulnerable sector screening, is also mandatory.
For more information on RDS Canada, please visit our website: Rare Dementia Support Canada | Nipissing University. For a detailed position description, please visit Other Employment Opportunities.
This position is a 6-month contract. The hourly rate ranges from $25.58 (Step 1) to $32.25 (Step 9), salary range will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as internal equity and market conditions.
Please submit your letter of application in a single PDF document (last name, first name), via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., July 3, 2026.
This position is 100% externally funded by The Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
This is an open vacancy, and artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the evaluation or assessment of candidates.
