Constituency Assistant

Job summary

The Constituency Assistant is responsible for managing casework, responding to constituent inquiries, and advocating on their behalf. They also organize events, monitor local media, and develop social media content to support the Member's outreach and visual identity.

Job details

Job: Constituency Assistant Status: Full-time, Permanent (32.5 hours/week) Department/Location: MPP Chandra Pasma, Ottawa West-Nepean (Constituency Office) Salary: $76,277.30/year Vacancy Status: Replacement Objectives: To assist the Member by completing assigned casework and outreach duties. Responsible to the Member for: Organizing events, hearings, meetings, and press conferences. Responding to constituent questions and concerns. Preparing, gathering, maintaining, and compiling research material as requested by Member to aid in communicating with constituents and organizations in the constituency. Responding to requests for research or information from the MPP’s constituents. Monitor local media to ensure a strong media presence for the Member. May include preparing weekly columns, drafting op-eds, standard media releases and arranging stand-up interviews. Work with the MPP and caucus communications department to develop a strong social media presence and manage online social media to increase MPP’s visual identity; and assist with outreach and engagement to help promote awareness of the MPP in the riding. Keeping informed in all policy areas assigned by Member and liaising with interest groups within the constituency. Dealing with enquiries and solving problems and advocating for constituents (casework). Contacting and responding to constituents by telephone, writing and in person. Contacting senior government personnel, officials from outside organizations, and local government. Preparing all documentation related to casework. Travel throughout the Riding to perform outreach, casework and event planning. Other related duties as assigned by the Member. Qualifications: Knowledge of the NDP and the Canadian labour movement, Canadian government, Ontario government and public affairs. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Equity and Diversity frameworks and considerations as it applies to the duties of the position. Ability to write articles and reports, to meet deadlines, produce accurate work and maintain organized records. Ability to advocate effectively on behalf of the Member’s constituents. Excellent computer skills required including Twitter, Facebook, Mailchimp, etc. Familiarity with members’ constituency and portfolio areas and key stakeholder groups in the riding is essential. Proficiency in English is essential. Proficiency in French (reading, speaking and writing) is considered an asset. Experience in NDP organizations and community organizing is an asset. Knowledge and existing rapport with local riding and community members is preferred. Proficiency in social media is required. The NDP Caucus is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request. Please apply at this link https://ndp.bamboohr.com/careers/474 Thank you for your application. Please note, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Constituency Assistant is responsible for managing casework, responding to constituent inquiries, and advocating on their behalf. They also organize events, monitor local media, and develop social media content to support the Member's outreach and visual identity.

Requirements

Candidates must have knowledge of the NDP, Canadian government, and public affairs, along with demonstrated experience in equity and diversity frameworks. Proficiency in English is essential, and strong computer skills including social media management are required.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Casework
• Outreach
• Event planning
• Research
• Media monitoring
• Social media management
• Public affairs
• Community organizing
• Advocacy
• Writing
• Communication
• Computer skills
• Twitter
• Facebook
• Mailchimp
• Press Conference
• Community Organizing
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Legal Hearings
• Social Work
• Computer Literacy
• Event Planning
• English Language
• French Language
• Public Affairs
• Customer Inquiries

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