Constituent Advocate

House of Commons; Sidney; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Constituency Advocate role in Elizabeth May’s office supports constituents in accessing federal services. You will manage case files, coordinate meetings, track communications with various offices, and research as needed to resolve concerns.

The position requires strong social work background, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team, with flexibility for events and reception support when required.

Qualifications

• Experience in field of social work. A post-secondary degree in social work will be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills, experience working with clients to settle conflicts.
• Familiarity in navigating Federal agencies such as Revenue Canada, Immigration Canada, Service Canada.
• Familiarity with local issues of the Saanich-Gulf Island, Vancouver Island.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Ability to handle, and to conform to changes in casework; respond quickly to urgent cases. A strong sense of urgency.
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Office, CRM software experience is not required but will be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and solve constituency cases: receive requests, set up meetings, and document communications.
• Track and inform the Member about developments; perform research as needed.
• Assist with special projects and receive phone/reception duties as needed.

Skills

Social work experience

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Urgent-case handling

Education

Post-secondary degree in social work

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software familiarity

Job description

• Language Requirements: Proficiency in English
• Outcome: Regular

Job Description

The office of Elizabeth May, Member of Parliament for Saanich-Gulf Islands is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Constituent Advocate position.

• Primary focus is managing and solving constituency cases:
  - Receives request from Constituent and follow up with an in-person meeting to assess needs;
  - Sets up a file for Constituent and inform Member (potentially set up meeting time for member and Constituent);
  - Takes action on Constituent concerns;
  - Track and document all communications related to the file (with Constituent, Minister offices and with Service Canada);
  - Keeps Constituent up to date on developments.
• Performs research as needed by Member and for the purpose of resolving constituency concerns/issues.
• Assists Member as needed for special projects (events).
• Assists with phones and reception duties if needed.

About the role:

The Constituent Advocates have a primary responsibility to support and assist Constituents with access to federal services such as Canada Revenue Agency, Immigration Canada, Service Canada (re: Employment, Federal Funding)

Top reasons to apply:

Join Elizabeth May’s team if you enjoy helping people. Constituents require help navigating federal bureaucracy with important personal matters, often time sensitive. The work is rewarding and meaningful. The team is professional and experienced. We offer generous paid time off and provide a flexible and supportive work environment. Medical and Dental benefits included.

• Generous paid time off
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• Medical and Dental benefits included

Qualifications

• Experience in field of social work. A post-secondary degree in social work will be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills, experience working with clients to settle conflicts.
• Familiarity in navigating Federal agencies such as Revenue Canada, Immigration Canada, Service Canada.
• Familiarity with local issues of the Saanich-Gulf Island, Vancouver Island.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Ability to handle, and to conform to changes in casework; respond quickly to urgent cases. A strong sense of urgency.
• Capable of working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Office, CRM software experience is not required but will be an asset.

Additional Information

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We thank all candidates for their application. Only selected candidates will be contacted for next steps.

This posting will remain advertised until all business requirements are met. Applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment at any time.