Skills Administrative Officer near Toronto (ON)

Find out what skills you typically need to work as an administrative officer in Canada. These skills are applicable to all Administrative officers (NOC 1221).

Skills and knowledge

The following skills and knowledge are usually required in this occupation.

Management

Taking charge of the direction and resources of an organization.
  • Co-ordinating and Organizing
    • Organizing and co-ordinating the activities of groups and individuals to align their activities with organizational objectives.
  • Allocating and Controlling Resources
    • Determining the distribution of people, assets, materials or capital to accomplish organizational goals and putting in place financial and administrative controls.
  • Supervising
    • Directing and monitoring the performance of others.

Analysis

Examining and evaluating information.
  • Planning
    • Determining phases and steps, defining activities and tasks and establishing schedules to complete objectives on time and within budget.
  • Projecting Outcomes
    • Estimating the results of an action or a series of actions.
  • Analyzing Information
    • Examining data or facts to determine appropriate actions or recommendations.

Information Handling

Creating and using systems for the storage and retrieval of knowledge and data.
  • Managing Information
    • Setting up manual or electronic systems for controlling, selecting, organizing, retrieving, distributing and safeguarding information.

Business, Finance and Management

Knowledge related to organization and control of business activities.
  • Business Administration
    • Knowledge of the principles and practices of managing businesses.
  • Clerical
    • Knowledge of office administrative and clerical practices and procedures.

Law and Public Safety

Knowledge related to the provision and enforcement of laws and regulations that safeguard the effective functioning of a democratic society.
  • Law, Government, and Jurisprudence
    • Knowledge of the legal system, laws, legal codes, court procedures and precedents, and of government regulations, executive orders and the functioning of government.
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