Job Description

Executive Assistant

Grey County Agricultural Services Centre (Not for Profit in Markdale ON)

www.greyagservices.ca lorie@greyagservices.ca

519-986-3756

Reports to: Grey Ag Executive Director

Purpose of the Position

:

The position will require day to day administration for Grey County Agricultural Services Centre and its associated contracts (Grey Bruce Farmers' Week (GBFW) Conference; Soil and Crop Associations, etc.). Additionally, the position will require event/conference planning, course development, communications and networking, seeking sponsorship/advertisers, bookkeeping (for up to three organizations), updating websites, creating promotional materials, social media management (Facebook, Instagram, X).

Starting Salary

: $22/hour

Knowledge and Skills:

needs to be a self-starter

ability to work independently, and be a team player

strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational & communication skills - written & verbal

experience working with the agriculture and rural community is an asset

previous admin experience is required

ability to prioritize workload and multi-task

meticulous attention to detail is expected

proficient in software such as Microsoft 365, Canva (basic graphic design), Zoom Events, and social media scheduling software

proficient in Quickbooks

ability to prepare financial statements, budgets etc.

website updating experience (Wix)

Physical Demands

:

requires some lifting during set-up of events

Working Conditions and Requirements

:

permanent, fulltime position working out of the Grey County Agricultural Services Centre office in Markdale. Occasional remote work can be arranged.

office hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm

position requires some necessary travel to attend meetings, and events (for GBFW - travel back and forth to Elmwood for the 6-day event in early January. Staff depart from the office before 7am and return around 6pm.)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-01
Expected start date: 2025-09-08