Administrative Assistant (Vancouver Liaison Office)

Applications are invited for the post of Administrative Assistant to serve in the Vancouver Liaison Office (666 Burrard Street, Vancouver, B.C.) of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) (“HKETO (Toronto)”). HKETO (Toronto) is the official representative of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in Canada.

The suitable applicant should be a high school graduate with at least 3 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant; or a post-secondary diploma/degree holder in office administration or related subjects plus at least 1 year of administrative experience. The applicant must be fluent in written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese), good with figures and possess good knowledge about Hong Kong and Canada. A pleasant telephone manner and general office experience, including proficiency in computer skills (database management and MS Office applications) are essential. Other language skill, e.g. Putonghua, would be an advantage.

The successful applicant will be offered a fixed monthly salary within the range of C$4,361 to C$4,530, depending on case merits. The successful applicant will be appointed on contract terms with start date tentatively set for January 2025. Contract gratuity may be granted upon satisfactory completion of contract.

The holder of the post will report directly to the Principal Consultant (Western Canada), Vancouver Liaison Office of HKETO (Toronto). Main duties include providing accounting support to the office; providing logistical support for functions and activities; screening and clipping media reports on Hong Kong; providing administrative support such as filing, mailing, procurement, and managing information databases; assisting in handling public enquiries; and conducting research on topical issues.

Applications should be submitted by e-mail, with a cover letter and a resume, to [email protected] on or before November 6, 2024. Late applications will not be accepted. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted within 8 weeks from the closing date. For enquiries, please contact the Office Manager of HKETO (Toronto) at 416-924-5544 or [email protected].

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $4,361.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• Cantonese (Must) (required)
• English (Must) (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-06