Job Description

Administrative Assistant, Rare Dementia Support Canada

Five (5) year term

Rare Dementia Support (RDS) Canada is a multi-component support community for people affected by rare dementia and a centre for rare dementia education and research. RDS Canada's vision is for all individuals living with, affected by, or at risk of a diagnosis of rare dementia have access to information, tailored support and guidance and connect with others affected by similar conditions. Led by Nipissing University (NU), RDS Canada is funded by The Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support for RDS Canada to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of the service. The overall responsibilities include general reception and administrative support, general assistance for people living with rare dementia and their families accessing support services, maintaining digital registration and member records, organizing and booking support and educational activities, assisting with RDS Canada's communication and marketing functions via the website and newsletters, coordinating meetings with internal and external collaborators, and assisting with the quality assurance program.

The position holder may be required to occasionally work in the evenings and on Saturdays to attend RDS Canada related activities.

For more information on RDS Canada, please visit our website: Rare Dementia Support Canada | Nipissing University. For a detailed position description, please visit Other Employment Opportunities.

This position is a five (5) year term. The hourly rate for this position ranges from $25.58 (Step 1) to $32.25 (Step 9), commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive group benefits package and participation in a pension plan are also included. Please submit your letter of application and resume in a single PDF document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 3, 2025.

This position is 100% externally funded by The Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation.

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.

The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 60 months

Pay: From $25.58 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person