Administrative Officer

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Primary Responsibilities: Executive & Administrative Support Provides high-reliability administrative support to the Academic Director. Research Support Gathers information on best practices from leading universities and sustainability institutes globally (including the MSSI). Participate in the implementation of policies and new initiatives that support the strategic direction of the MSP. Write reports and proposals to support new initiatives and projects. Implement performance metrics to assess the impact of future MSP programs. Support the development of impact reports to internal and external stakeholders, highlighting research achievements and fund success. Serve as a point of contact for queries and requests for information from the MSP community and flag issues and opportunities with the Academic and Associate Directors. Prepare ad hoc needs rapid research scans, stakeholder backgrounders, last-minute brief preparation, and follow- up coordination. Capture key MSSI outputs, learnings, collaboration patterns, emerging research strengths, and partner opportunities in order to translate these into actionable MSP program concepts and priorities. Lead periodic reviews and evaluations of initiatives, ensuring they align with the strategic goals of the university. Support the development of impact reports to internal and external stakeholders, highlighting research achievements and fund success. Operational Management Serve as a trusted operational point-person for the Academic Director’s ad hoc needs: rapid research scans, stakeholder backgrounders, last-minute brief preparation, and follow-up coordination. Support the development of routing protocols across the Provost Office, VP(RI), Advancement, Legal, Comms, and operational units to ensure timely escalation and adherence to institutional processes. Triage incoming requests and route them appropriately (to Senior Advisor, Research & Innovation, Comms, Advancement, or faculty contacts), ensuring fast turnaround and reducing bottlenecks. Track commitments made in meetings and ensure follow-through (nudges, reminders, and status updates) so momentum is sustained between planning cycles. Administer logistics for events/visits hosted by the Academic Director (including VIP/partner visits). In conjunction with the Office of the Provost, support travel logistics and expense documentation (as applicable), working within institutional processes. Maintain an “office operating system” (intake forms, tracker hygiene, recurring reminders) to keep the Academic Director’s day-to-day running smoothly. Act as the primary point of contact for researchers, faculty, and staff, and external partners regarding ongoing projects and MSP related inquiries and issues. Administrative Execution Responsible for planning and managing the calendar for the Academic Director, prioritizing meetings and making judgements regarding urgent and sensitive scheduling matters. Organize recurring meetings, including room bookings/virtual links, attendance, and follow-ups. Prepare meeting materials (briefing notes, slide inputs, decision memos) and capture outcomes (minutes/action logs) with clear owners and deadlines. Draft, format, and route routine correspondence; maintain version control and approvals for key documents. Maintain orderly records management for the office: shared drives, trackers, decision logs, and archived materials. Support research-related budgeting inputs: proposal budgets, light forecasting inputs, documentation readiness, and consistency between partner commitments and funded deliverables. Maintain high-level financial tracking for the research portfolio to support reporting and decision-making. Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., research administration, finance, business management, or a related area). Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in an administrative or project coordination role, preferably within higher education or research institutions. Knack for taking initiative and executing on ideas Proven track record in research and grant administration. Strong understanding of academic research environments, funding mechanisms, and compliance requirements. Exceptional communication (oral and written), interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to develop strategic initiatives and partnerships. Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer: Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible) Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible) Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) Competitive vacation policy Two (2) personal days Two (2) floating holidays Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day Paid time off over the December holiday period Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 on a scale of 0-4. For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here. Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience / Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 04) $66,190.00 - $82,740.00 - $99,290.00 Job Profile: MPEX-ADM2A - General Administration - Professional 2 Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time) Supervisor: Professor Position End Date (If applicable): Deadline to Apply: 2026-09-06 McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

The Administrative Officer manages team administration, supports the development of the McGill Sustainability Park academic plan, and provides high-reliability support to the Academic Director. Responsibilities include coordinating research initiatives, managing budgets, organizing events, and facilitating communication between key university stakeholders.

Candidates must possess a Master's degree or higher in a relevant field and have 7-10 years of experience in administrative or project coordination roles. Strong proficiency in research administration, financial tracking, and strategic initiative development is required.

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Defined contribution pension plan • Group registered retirement savings plan • Tax free savings account • Vacation policy • Personal days • Floating holidays • Summer fridays • Paid time off over the december holiday period • Tuition waiver • Remote work

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• Administrative support
• Project coordination
• Research administration
• Budgeting
• Event logistics
• Stakeholder management
• Strategic planning
• Report writing
• Performance metrics
• Financial tracking
• Calendar management
• Records management
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills
• Grant administration
• Report Writing
• Employment Equity
• Business Metrics
• Administrative Support
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Research Support
• Business Operations
• Organizational Skills
• Time Off Management
• Follow Through
• Information Gathering
• Planning
• Financial Tracking
• Analytical Skills
• Research
• Management
• Decision Making
• Version Control
• Operating Systems
• English Language
• Finance
• Forecasting
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Memos
• Performance Metric
• Proactivity
• Project Coordination
• Routing Protocols
• Triage
• Writing
• Scheduling
• Coordinating
• Reliability

• Administrative
• Education
• Science & Research
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative Officer
• Office / Administrative Assistant (General)
• Administrative and Executive Secretaries
• Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

7 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

34 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

3 jours par semaine