Website British Columbia Government and Service Employees' Union (BCGEU)
About BCGEU (British Columbia Government and Service Employees’ Union)
The British Columbia Government and Service Employees’ Union (BCGEU) is one of the most diverse unions in British Columbia. BCGEU represents professionals in the public service and broader public sector. The union’s members work in various fields such as social services, education, corrections, liquor distribution, as well as telecommunications. BCGEU is dedicated to improving the economic and social well-being of its members and their families through advancement and empowerment initiatives. The union is also committed to social justice and workers’ rights in the local, national, and global communities.
About this Role
An Administrative Assistant is required to assist the Shareholder Engagement Officer and Senior Pension and Investment Analyst. This position is based at BCGEU headquarters in Vancouver, BC. The successful candidate will be part of a team, supporting the union’s shareholder engagement program and investment-related projects. The role involves responsibilities such as filing shareholder proposals, managing legal and investor correspondence, supporting investor outreach, posting and maintaining content on the BCGEU website, and managing various schedules and deadlines. The assistant will also aid in maintaining datasets and handling proxy voting. In addition to project management, this position involves logistical planning for conferences and liaising with BCGEU activists and employer representatives. The role also includes general administrative tasks such as managing communications, preparing requisitions, and maintaining organized filing systems.
Responsibilities
- Support the union’s shareholder engagement program and investment projects.
- File shareholder proposals and manage investor correspondence.
- Assist in investor outreach and maintain the BCGEU website.
- Manage shareholder calendars and filing deadlines.
- Assist with proxy voting and document processing.
- Make travel and hotel arrangements for conferences and meetings.
- Liaise with BCGEU activists and employer representatives.
- Maintain departmental filing systems and a daily bring-forward system.
- Respond to telephone and media inquiries.
Requirements
- 3-4 years of administrative experience.
- High school graduation supplemented by administrative training.
- Excellent keyboarding skills (40-50 wpm).
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Strong communication, spelling, and grammatical skills.
- Aptitude for organization and detail-oriented tasks.
- Good telephone manner and ability to prioritize tasks.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage.
- Opportunity to work within a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Support for professional development and training.
- Contribution to a socially responsible organization focused on community impact.
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