Office Administration Clerk (Seasonal)

Office Administration Clerk

Term: 8 weeks, 35 hours per week

**The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program.

To apply for this job, you must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age.
• Be a Canadian citizen.
• Cannot hold more than one Canada Summer Jobs position per year.

Who We Are

Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa is a registered Canadian charitable organization that brings communities together to help families build homes, communities and hope. We are a land developer, a home builder, a fundraiser, and a mortgage holder. Since 1993, Habitat Greater Ottawa has empowered families and communities in Ottawa and surrounding areas through building safe and affordable homes that provide a solid foundation for local families.

In support of our homebuilding operations, Habitat Greater Ottawa operates a retail home improvement store called Habitat ReStore, which sells donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials, with all proceeds helping us build more homes for local families.

The Habitat Greater Ottawa team is growing! If you’re passionate about building stronger communities and working in a collaborative, engaging, and rewarding environment, please apply today.

The Role

Habitat Greater Ottawa is looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual interested in the role of Office Administration Clerk.

The Office Administration Clerk will work under the supervision of the Homeowner Services Manager. This role is responsible for providing administrative support to the Habitat Greater Ottawa Homeowner Services Department as required.

Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate you will:

• Assist in maintaining and updating Homeowner Services application forms, evaluation criteria, policies and procedures and other administrative duties as required.
• Support data collection of new and existing Habitat homeowners.
• Create & organize files for newly accepted/approved homeowners.
• Prepare and assemble online training binders for selected families.
• Conduct other responsibilities as required or as availability allows.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Must be between 15 and 30 years of age.
• Must be a Canadian citizen.
• Cannot hold more than one Canada Summer Jobs position per year.
• Ability to inspire and promote Habitat for Humanity’s mission and vision within the community.
• Organized and detail-oriented with exceptional communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge and respect of diverse religions and cultures.
• Experience in non-profit, social housing or social services field is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle an asset.
• Bilingualism an asset (English/French).

Working Conditions

• The successful candidate is expected to work/live in Ottawa and/or the surrounding area.
• Full-time position, 35 hours per week, for 8 weeks.
• Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be available to work onsite at 3 Iber Road. Parking is available at no cost.

The hourly wage for this role is $17.60 per hour.

To Apply

If this opportunity intrigues you and relates to your experience, then we want to hear from you. Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a unique cover letter – we want to hear your story – your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit for you and your career at this time. Please submit a cover letter and resume to admin@habitatgo.ca.

You must be legally allowed to work in Canada to be eligible for this position. Please note that not all applications will be acknowledged. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted directly.

Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa endeavours to create a work environment where we capitalize on the diversity of ideas, experiences, skills and talents of our employees, thereby making us better able to serve our many diverse communities. We will provide equal opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment for meeting bona fide occupational qualifications, regardless of race, colour ancestry, creed, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, receipt of Public Assistance, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

Please contact us in confidence and provide notice in advance if you require