Overview
MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
June 24, 2026
Posting #26-00-004
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.
The MMF regularly seeks to fill one full-time three-month term Administrative Assistant position within our Office of the Chief Operating Officer located at 150 Henry Avenue in Winnipeg, MB. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the Chief Operating Officer and team of their respective department.
Qualifications
Job Duties/Competencies:
• Draft, type, and proofread documents including but not limited to; reports, letters, briefing notes, memoranda, statements, and forms;
• Schedule appointments, meetings, travel arrangements and maintain calendar;
• Prepare agenda and information kits for meetings;
• Process and maintain a log of incoming and outgoing correspondence;
• Photocopy, scan and organize documents for distribution, mailing, filing, and faxing;
• Maintain tracking systems and electronic and hard copy filing systems;
• Receive visitors, screen calls, take messages and determine urgency;
• Order office supplies, complete purchase orders and allocate expenses as per budget for review as requested;
• Perform general clerical duties.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Administrative Assistant or related field;
• Two years’ experience as an Administrative Assistant or similar role;
• Experience preparing correspondence, including reports and letters;
• Experience in a computerized office environment with proven ability with Microsoft Office;
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain filing systems and maintain confidential records and files;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong analytical, problem solving, time management and organizational skills;
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organization, boards and committees is considered an asset;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
Company Information
Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
The MMF is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
The MMF requires satisfactory background checks prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing background checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining these documents is not a guarantee of employment.
Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.
MMF Human Resources Department
300-150 Henry Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
Email to: [email protected]