Constituency Assistant- Ottawa West-Nepean

Ondpcaucus; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ondpcaucus in Ottawa seeks a Constituency Assistant to support the Member by handling casework, outreach, and communications. The role involves preparing research materials, drafting communications, and coordinating outreach activities in the riding.

Responsibilities include organizing events, responding to constituents, monitoring media, and promoting the MPP’s social media presence while travelling across the riding as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the NDP and the Canadian labour movement, Canadian government, Ontario government and public affairs.
• Equity and Diversity frameworks knowledge as it applies to the duties of the position.
• Ability to write articles and reports, meet deadlines, maintain organized records.
• Ability to advocate effectively for constituents.
• Proficiency in English is essential; French (reading, speaking, writing) is an asset.
• Experience in NDP organizations and community organizing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Organize events, hearings, meetings, and press conferences for the Member.
• Respond to constituent questions and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Prepare, gather, maintain, and compile research material for communicating with constituents and organizations.
• Monitor local media to support a strong media presence and draft related releases.
• Develop social media presence with the MPP and caucus communications to boost visibility.
• Travel within the riding to perform outreach, casework, and event planning.

Skills

NDP knowledge

Constituent services

Social media

Event planning

Research & writing

Bilingual EN/FR

Job description

Job: Constituency Assistant

Status: Full-time, Permanent (32.5 hours/week)

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.