Employment Posting:
Secretary to the Director, Office of Indigenous Initiatives

Employment Type:
Contract Positions
Closing Date:

Secretary to the Director, Office of Indigenous Initiatives

Full Time Support Staff (10 month contract)

The Secretary will provide secretarial support to the Director, Office of Indigenous Initiatives, which includes assisting with the departmental budget, small event and social media support. The Secretary will also provide office support and coordination to other members of the Team in the Office of Indigenous Initiatives and acts as the first line of contact for the Office of Indigenous Initiatives.   

The successful candidate will have a two-year office administration diploma from a recognized college along with three or more years of related work experience.  Experience working with Indigenous organizations and in an educational setting would be considered an asset.

Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca. Posting will remain open until filled. Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. 


Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter, from Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as LGBTQ2+, and visible minorities.

First consideration of candidates is given in accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement.  The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Nipissing University is an inclusive employer and will provide accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please email access@nipissingu.ca.