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About the Role

Assist the Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) by completing assigned casework and outreach duties to support constituents and enhance the MPP's presence.

Responsibilities

• Organize events, hearings, meetings, and press conferences.
• Respond to constituent questions and concerns.
• Prepare, gather, maintain, and compile research material for the Member.
• Respond to requests for research or information from constituents.
• Monitor local media to ensure a strong media presence for the Member.
• Prepare weekly columns, draft op-eds, standard media releases, and arrange interviews.
• Develop and manage social media presence to increase the MPP's visibility.
• Assist with outreach and engagement to promote awareness of the MPP in the riding.
• Stay informed on assigned policy areas and liaise with interest groups.
• Handle constituent inquiries, solve problems, and advocate on their behalf (casework).
• Contact and respond to constituents via telephone, writing, and in person.
• Contact senior government personnel, officials from outside organizations, and local government.
• Prepare all documentation related to casework.
• Travel throughout the Riding to perform outreach, casework, and event planning.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Member.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to write articles and reports, meet deadlines, produce accurate work, and maintain organized records.
• Ability to advocate effectively on behalf of the Member’s constituents.
• Familiarity with the members’ constituency and portfolio areas and key stakeholder groups in the riding is essential.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is essential.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking French, Bengali, Urdu, Hindi, Tagalog, Mandarin, or Spanish is required.
• Experience in NDP organizations and community organizing is an asset.
• Knowledge and existing rapport with local riding and community members is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of social media skills and best practices (Twitter, Facebook, Mailchimp, etc.).
• Additional language skills are an asset.

Location

• Toronto Centre (Constituency Office)

Work Type

• Full-time
• Permanent

Salary/Compensations

• $74,810.43/year

About the Company

• The NDP Caucus is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity

• Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.