Regional Organizer - Eastern Ontario

New Democratic Party; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading political organization seeks a Regional Organizer based in Ottawa to enhance electoral district associations through strategic planning, candidate recruitment, and volunteer engagement. This full-time contract role emphasizes campaign experience, teamwork, and strong organizational skills, offering competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation

Health & Benefits program

Qualifications

• Experience in field or organization or campaign management required.
• Access to networks in labour and social movements valued.
• Ability to work irregular hours and potential travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist electoral district associations in campaign planning.
• Organize special events and coordinate EDA work.
• Field inquiries from members and the public.

Skills

Campaign or election experience

Teamwork

Reliability

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Political judgment

Fluency in English

Knowledge of NDP policies

Job description

The Regional Organizer will be responsible for Electoral District Association development, candidate recruitment, identifying and training activists, fundraising support and overall election preparedness in Electoral Districts.

Duties

• Assist New Democrat Electoral District Associations in pre-election organizing including the development of pre-election and election campaign plans.
• Assist Electoral District Associations in meeting their statutory obligations.
• Work with Electoral District Associations in outreach initiatives including fundraising activities, public relations and specific events.
• Field questions and requests from New Democrat members and supporters and the general public as appropriate.
• Coordinate the work of EDAs
• Organize and support special events as required
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Campaign or election experience required, specifically experience related to Field or Organization or Campaign Management.

Ability to work with a team, be reliable, trustworthy and organized

Access to broad networks, especially labour and social movements

The ability to motivate and work well with volunteers

Be self-motivated and well organized

Ability to work in a co-operative environment and strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of the policies, practices and structures of the New Democratic Party

Excellent political judgment

Ability to work irregular hours and possible travel.

Fluency in English required. Working knowledge of French is an asset

The NDP is an equal opportunity employer. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis until all available positions are filled.

Location :

Ottawa-based (preferably)

Start Date : Immediately

End Date :

Contract Ends two weeks following Election Day of the next General Federal Election

Term : Contract, Full-Time

60,000 per year + 3 weeks vacation + Health & Benefits program

Please send resume and cover letter to :

Jesse Calvert, Deputy National Director c / o [e-mail]

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