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Published 8 days ago

Executive Assistant (Volunteer)

Remote, Volunteer must be in Canada
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Environment & Sustainability, Housing & Homelessness

    Description

    About LandSeed

    LandSeed is a non-profit committed to reimagining entry-level housing for future generations. Our goal is to create inclusive communities where homeownership is accessible for all, and everyone has the opportunity to build a stable, fulfilling future. At LandSeed, we create solutions for the Canadian housing crisis by collaborating with communities and industry partners to identify barriers and create real pathways to homeownership.

    Our Commitment

    We are driven to uplift those in housing ownership need, including first-time homebuyers, seniors, immigrants, single parents, environmentalists, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Our vision is to pioneer data-driven designs and value structures for entry-level housing across Canada.

    Job Description

    LandSeed is looking for a proactive and highly organized candidate who should have hands-on exposure to executive leadership, business, partnerships, and organizational growth. This is more than a traditional administrative role. The ideal candidate will work closely with the leadership team across different priorities in helping to manage communications, coordinate partnerships and relationships, follow up on opportunities, prepare business materials, and keep important initiatives moving forward.

    Key Roles & Responsibilities

    • Help executives track priorities, commitments, and next steps
    • Coordinate and follow up on important meetings, conversations, and opportunities
    • Support communications with partners, stakeholders, and external contacts
    • Help manage partnership relationships, including follow-ups, meetings, and documentation
    • Prepare emails, presentations, briefing notes, proposals, and other business materials
    • Conduct research to support business opportunities and executive decision-making
    • Coordinate across teams to help move executive priorities forward
    • Support meetings, events, partnerships, and special projects
    • Help turn executive ideas and discussions into clear actions and follow-through.

    Qualifications & Skillsets

    Education & Experience

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related fields.
    • 1 - 5 years of experience in relevant areas.

    Skillsets

    • Proactive, resourceful, and highly organized
    • Strong written and verbal communication
    • Strong ownership and follow-through
    • Comfortable communicating professionally with different stakeholders
    • Interested in business, partnerships, communications, and leadership
    • Able to understand priorities and help move things forward without needing constant direction.
    • Professional and comfortable handling confidential information.
    • Motivated to learn and contribute in a fast-moving environment.

    What You’ll Gain

    • Work closely with executive leadership on real organizational priorities
    • Exposure to business development, partnerships, communications, and strategy
    • Participate in external meetings and relationship-building opportunities
    • Learn how projects and opportunities move from conversation to execution
    • Build practical experience working across multiple areas of a growing organization
    • Opportunity to take on meaningful projects and greater responsibility as you grow in the role.

    How to apply

    Submit your resume and cover letter to talent@landseed.ca.

    Use of AI in Recruitment

    LandSeed does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen or assess applications. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by members of our hiring team.

    Accommodation Statement

    LandSeed is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Candidates requiring accommodation are invited to contact talent@landseed.ca.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in Canada
    Associated Location
    Ottawa, ON, Canada

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