Job Description

Story Studio is an award-winning charity that inspires, educates and empowers youth to be powerful storytellers, transforming lives and strengthening communities. Story Studio delivers innovative, fun-first workshops that give youth the narrative tools to create amazing stories, using a methodology weve developed with over 10,000 youth to date. We currently focus on three primary program streams: preschool StoryBox programs; StoryMaker workshops for ages 7-12; and online summer and winter programs for teens. In addition, we run monthly writing contests, afterschool programming and more. To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.storystudio.caPosition Summary
We are seeking a proactive and organized Administrative Assistant to provide support to the Executive Director and assist staff in delivering engaging programs for youth.Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Executive Director, including assisting in writing proposals/reports, managing correspondence, and maintaining records.
• Contribute to social media and website content on Instagram/Facebook, email newsletters, etc.
• Assist in coordinating logistics for events and workshops, such as venue arrangements, workshop materials, and participant registration.
• Help track program statistics for reporting purposes.
• Provide general administrative support to the organization, such as answering inquiries and managing supplies

Qualifications

• Prior experience in administrative support (required)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (required)
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability (required)
• Experience in working with Google Docs/Sheets/Drive, etc. (required)
• Certificate/training in communications (desired)
• Experience in editing and publishing (desired)
• Basic graphic design skills with Canva (desired)

How to Apply - CLOSING DATE NOVEMBER 17, 2023We are grateful to live, work and play on the L\xc9\x99k\xcc\x93\xca\xb7\xc9\x99\xc5\x8b\xc9\x99n traditional territory, known today as the Songhees, Esquimalt, WS\xc3\x81NE\xc4\x86 (Tsartlip, Tseycum, and Tsawout) and Scianew (Beecher Bay) Nations. Story Studio values equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to hiring@storystudio.ca(Please include Administrative Assistant in the subject line.)While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Story Studio Writing Society is a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory police record check as a condition of employment.Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 10-15 per weekSalary: $27.00 per hourBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Victoria, BC V8T 4K9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Victoria, BC V8T 4K9