Receptionist

The KIDO Receptionist – KI is a full-time position and is based in KI. This position is a part of the office administration of KIDO and will be stationed at the front of the KIDO office location in KI, greeting people as they come into the KIDO office, answering phone calls/taking initial intake information, and other duties and responsibilities assigned below. The receptionist will always keep in mind the KIDO mission which is to revitalize Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug values, principles, customs, language, and kayaash egwa mina ahchaako kikinohamaakewinan (traditional and spiritual teachings). Additionally, they will understand that KIDO is about love, compassion, healing, and reconciliation; and demonstrate this in all communications they perform. This position will reporting to the KI-based Office Manager, and the office administration is overseen by the KIDO Assistant Director – KI.

• Must approach all their work based on love and compassion; and remain professional and set aside personal issues, keeping an open mind and not be judgmental.
• Answer and relay phone calls that come into KIDO, which may be general office inquiries for KIDO employees OR a Danendamihiiwewiidamaakewin (reported concern); both will require documentation via written contact OR beginning FORM 9.1(a), respectively.
• To monitor the KIDO employee sign-in and sign-out sheet and board.
• To provide administrative support to KIDO employees in conjunction with KIDO Office Clerk(s) and the Office Manager – KI; including preparing hard copies and electronic copies of required correspondence to KIDO employees in a timely manner.
• To assist KIDO employees with photocopying, typing, and mailing reports and filing.
• To monitor office supplies in the administration area and replenish as needed.
• Complete reporting and office administration documentation at the end of the workday, and assist with general cleanup of reception and complete/assign lock-up procedure at that time.
• Work as a team alongside other KIDO staff showing respect.
• Abide by all applicable KIDO policies and procedures and participate in required training.
• Other duties & responsibilities assigned by Office Manager (KI) and KIDO Asst. Dir. – KI.

• A high school diploma or a combination of education and work experience is preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in front-line non-profit office setting is preferred.
• Must be personable, professional, and reliable for attendance to work.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, and good verbal skills in Anishininiimowin, the language of KI.
• Must possess good knowledge and expertise of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Must be able to work in a team setting and to multi-task when required.
• Have an interest in learning new skills and upgrading educational level, for which on the job training will be provided, in order to contribute to development of KIDO operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of KI’s distinct culture, traditions, values and principles.
• Every oniikihiikomaa and every onihtaawikihaawaso has a sacred duty to care for the awaashish and oshkaadiz
• Understand that KIDO is based on language and kayaash egwa mina ahchaako kikinohamaakewin (traditional and spiritual teachings) revitalization.
• Must have a thorough understanding of the whole scope of KIDO.
• Professional integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.
• Demonstrated patience, humility, respect, consistency, and discretion.
• Ability to manage time of assigned duties and ability to work flexible hours on occasion.
• A Criminal Record Check, with a Vulnerable Sector Check, is required.
• Ability to travel as required for KIDO operations/training – Thunder Bay, Sioux Lookout.