About the Role
The Administrative Assistant (Information Technology and Systems) is responsible for accurate data entry, records maintenance, and system-based administrative tasks required for program delivery, reporting, and operational needs. Working with the Information Technology and Systems Department, the position follows established configurations, workflows, and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Enter, update, and maintain program, client, consent-related, and system records in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensure data is complete, consistent, and aligned with established data standards, formats, and timelines.
- Upload, organize, file, and maintain digital documents and attachments within system records.
- Process and maintain records in accordance with established procedures, including consent-related documentation and other required program information.
- Review data entries for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
- Identify and correct routine errors in accordance with established procedures.
- Flag duplicate records, missing information, inconsistencies, or recurring data issues for follow-up by the Systems team.
- Escalate complex or systemic data issues to the Systems team for investigation and resolution.
- Support ongoing data clean-up, record correction, and data quality improvement activities.
- Execute defined workflows and administrative processes within organizational systems.
- Support bulk record updates, document processing, and other high-volume administrative activities associated with system implementation and data quality initiatives.
- Follow established procedures for handling and processing system-related requests.
- Maintain organized records and adhere to documentation standards.
- Assist with structured data imports, exports, and system-supported tools, as directed, to reduce manual data entry over time.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client, staff, and organizational information.
- Ensure all data entry and handling align with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Follow established procedures for managing sensitive or restricted information.
- Support audit readiness by maintaining accurate and complete records.
- Attend agency staff meetings and training, team meetings and special events.
- Maintain optimal attendance at work.
- Work in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws.
- Comply with all Macaulay policies, practices and quality standards.
- Work to further Macaulay’s mission, vision, values and strategic directions.
Requirements
- College diploma/certificate or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Office Administration, Business Administration, Information Systems, Administrative Services, Records Management, or a related field.
- Coursework or training related to information systems, data management, or digital record-keeping is an asset.
- 1-2 years of experience in administrative support or data entry roles.
- Experience working with databases or web based systems is an asset.
- Experience in a non-profit or multi-service environment is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Comfortable working with structured data and repetitive tasks.
- Ability to follow templates, standards, and data entry procedures consistently.
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with consistency and focus.
- Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to manage high volume workloads efficiently.
- Clear communication and ability to follow instructions.
- Professional discretion in handling confidential information.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle, if required for assigned work duties.
- Acceptable Vulnerable Police Record Check.
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Data Entry
- Records Maintenance
- System Data Entry
- Data Quality
- Data Validation
- Process Execution
- Administrative Support
- Compliance
- Confidentiality
Location
- 2010 Eglinton Ave W., Toronto, ON M6E 2K3
Work Type
- Temporary Full Time
- 12 Month Contract
Experience Level
- 1-2 years of experience
Education Level
- College diploma/certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience
Salary/Compensations
- Starting at $28.85/hour ($52,513 - $61,033 per annum)
Benefits
- Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental)
- Paid time off entitlements (including vacation days & float days)
About the Company
- Helping kids, families and communities thrive since 1932.
- Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion.
- We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.
- Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.
- This job posting is available in alternate formats upon request.
- Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.
Equal Opportunity
- Macaulay Centres for Children values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion.
- We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.
- Macaulay Centres for Children offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.
- Macaulay Centres for Children is committed to service and employment equity.
