Global Affairs Canada (GAC), a key government department focused on diplomatic relations, international trade, and consular services, is hiring for several administrative positions across Canada. These roles are critical for supporting the department’s extensive work in international development, peace and security, and the strengthening of global law.

The department has a presence with six regional offices in Canada and employs over 11,000 individuals. The current hiring wave includes temporary and indeterminate positions, with varied linguistic profiles and duties. The application deadline for interested candidates is approaching quickly, set for January 21, 2025.

Locations and Hybrid Work Model
GAC is looking to fill positions in Calgary, Vancouver, Winnipeg, Halifax, Ottawa, Toronto, Gatineau, and Montreal Island. These positions follow a hybrid work model, which requires employees to work on-site for at least three days a week, or 60% of their regular work schedule. This approach gives employees flexibility while maintaining team collaboration in the office.

Salary Range
The salary for these administrative roles ranges from $62,533 to $74,180, based on the specific position and experience level of the candidate. This competitive pay reflects the importance of administrative support in maintaining the efficiency and productivity of the department.

Who Can Apply?
The roles are open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents who meet the educational and experience requirements. Applicants must have at least a secondary school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Alternatively, applicants may need to complete the General Competency Test: Level 1 from the Public Service Commission.

Experience and Skills Required
Applicants should be familiar with office administration software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Some positions may require at least one year of experience in administrative, operational, or client service support. Experience with office systems, filing, scheduling, and client interactions will be an asset for candidates.

Duties of the Role
The roles include managing daily agendas for managers, coordinating meetings, reviewing documents for accuracy, preparing spreadsheets, managing correspondence, and maintaining filing systems. Additional duties may involve data entry, processing customer requests, drafting correspondence, and scheduling services.

How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying must create a GC Jobs account and submit their application online, as only digital submissions will be considered. There is also an online test component for candidates. The deadline to submit applications is January 21, 2025, so prospective candidates are encouraged to act quickly.