Board of Directors & Staff

We’re delighted to announce our new board of directors for the 2024 – 2025 year! Our board is jam packed with amazing craftspeople who are dedicated to further develop Craft NB operations and programming!

Interim President

Danielle Smith

Secretary

Robyn Shortt

Treasurer

Lauren Wiezel

Members-at-Large:

Jen Pilon, Lucie Quintal, Tara Francis, Trudy Gallagher, Tracey O’Brien, Caitlin Dutt, 

JOB POSTING: Administrative & Project Assistant  (part-time) 

Job Title: Administrative Assistant & Project Assistant(part-time)

Employment Term: Annual (renewable) contract, subject to an initial three-month probation period and annual performance evaluations 

Hours: 5 days per week, 9 am – 1 pm (20 hours/week) with some flexibility and possibility for remote/in-office hybrid

Salary: $25 per hour, plus competitive benefits after probationary period

Bilingual: Excellent oral and written fluency in English and French is required for this position

Location: The office is located in the Charlotte Street Arts Centre 732 Charlotte Street, Room 133, Fredericton NB

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Administrative & Project Assistant will: 

• – Answer general inquiries in EN/FR and direct to appropriate staff
• – Order and maintain office supplies and equipment
• – Prepare bank deposits, pay bills directly at our banking branch, and communicate with our Bookkeeper and Accountant regarding Craft NB Financials
• – Prepare research and data analysis reports
• – Update the website in both EN/FR 
• – Translate documents and correspondence
• – Take notes at committee meetings and write up minutes in English and French; 
• – Maintain proper reporting systems for staff working hours, overtime, sickness, and vacation
• – Coordinate with Service Canada, The Province of New Brunswick, Craft NB Membership and other stakeholders/providers as required
• – Fill out required paperwork for new employees and board members
• – Maintain records and files in a neat and orderly fashion

Related tasks: 

• – Perform all duties assigned by the Executive Director
• – Support the team in preparation of the AGM and any other projects or events as assigned to you. 
• – Assist in other special projects, such as conferences, galas, sales or festivals
• – The position may require occasional travel within New Brunswick and on occasion, special event evening/weekend work

Education and Experience: 

• – Post-secondary diploma / degree or equivalent experience; 
• – Minimum 2 years of administrative support experience, preferably in the charity or not-for-profit sectors. 

Required Qualifications: 

• – Excellent English and French communication skills, both written and spoken
• – An ability and comfort working independently and in a tightly integrated team
• – Outstanding time management skills
• – Your own source of transportation is necessary
• – Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• – A good understanding of the art sector in NB would be an asset
• – Familiarity with preparing deposits and basic bookkeeping is considered a strong asset
• – Data analysis, budget management, and reporting capabilities (Microsoft Excel)
• – Knowledge of wordpress website design, membershipworks, and Asana software would be considered a strong asset
• – A facility with online technology and virtual communication tools (Zoom) is necessary

Competition Open Date: Immediately 

Competition Close Date: December 15th, unless a suitable candidate is found sooner, therefore, interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible 

To apply please provide an up-to-date resume (PDF file) plus two short cover letters in both official languages (one in English and one in French). Send these documents to the attention of Christina Foster at director@craftnb.ca 

Craft NB encourages applications from individuals from equity-seeking groups (BIPOC, 2LGBTQIA+, disabled artists). 

We appreciate your interest in this position, only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.