Administrative Assistant Workforce Development: Volunteer

About CEE:
CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals (CEE) is dedicated to addressing economic issues affecting Black youth. As a rapidly growing B3 (Black-focused, Black-led, and Black-serving group) organization, CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals plays a critical role in lifting up each Black youth by providing opportunities and resources they deserve. Our vision is to help Black youth who face multiple barriers achieve financial stability for themselves and their families, helping to strengthen the communities in which they live. Our mission is to increase economic opportunities for Black youth living in Toronto’s priority neighbourhoods, supporting them in the areas of employability, social enterprise, and entrepreneurship. CEE works to ensure that our programming reaches and is accessible to youth who face multiple barriers, such as unemployment, underemployment, conflict with the law, being young parents, poverty, and lack of secondary or post-secondary education. www.ceetoronto.org.

Job Description:
As an Administrative Assistant Volunteer, you will be a valued member of our Workforce Development team, You will gain practical experience in scheduling, data entry, document preparation, record-keeping, correspondence and meeting support. This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your administrative and communication skills, build your professional experience, and make a meaningful contribution to programs that empower Black youth facing barriers to employment.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Provide day-to-day administrative support, including scheduling meetings, organizing calendars, preparing documents, and responding to routine correspondence.
• Maintain accurate digital and paper records, update databases and spreadsheets, and ensure files are organized and handled confidentially.
• Support meetings and events by preparing agendas and materials, taking notes, tracking action items, and coordinating logistics.
• Assist with professional communications, follow-ups, and general inquiries from program participants, employers, and community partners.

Employer/Partnership Engagement

• Identify suitable job opportunities and match members with employers.
• Build relationships with local businesses and organizations.
• Research and create database or potential employer leads.
• Help coordinate job fairs, hiring events, or employer networking sessions.
• Track employment outcomes and maintain accurate case notes.

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in career advising and job coaching.
• Excellent communication written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of job search techniques.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including Black youth.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Hybrid role
• Includes remote work

Department:  Programs- Workforce Department

Reports to:  Workforce Development Manager

Duration and Hours:  10-15 hours per week

Start Date:  ASAP