Ontario NDP Caucus

Objective: To assist the Leader with correspondence and scheduling along with other administrative duties.

Responsible to the Director of Tour and Logistics for:

1. Correspondence
   • On behalf of the Leader and Caucus preparation of high-quality, accurate, proof-read correspondence to members of the public, stakeholder groups, community groups, and government officials.
   • Working closely with other departments - Communications, Media Relations, Outreach, Research and Legislative Affairs – to ensure correspondence is appropriate and in line with NDP policy and message.
   • Having key correspondence reviewed and approved by relevant departments and/or shadow minister offices, on behalf of the Leader.
   • Assisting with responses to event invitations for the Leader, as required.
   • Electronically track correspondence from the public to the Leader’s Office and manage the workflow for responding to senders in a timely manner.
2. Administration
   • Organize and manage the Leader’s Queen’s Park
   • Assist with the organization of a centralized correspondence database that can be used by Caucus staff and Members’ offices.
   • Remain informed of NDP policy and the Caucus’ position on topics of current interest and concern
3. Public Relations

• • Contacting constituents and the general public as required by email, written correspondence, telephone, or in person.
  • Scheduling tour events and meetings with key internal and external stakeholders, as set by the Director
  • Assisting in the scheduling, administration and coordination of outreach and media events.
  • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, local community organizations, ethnocultural and racialized community groups on behalf of the Leader.

Qualifications:

• Superior office organization skills and attention to detail
• Fluency in both English and French
• Knowledge appropriate to the position, of the Ontario NDP Caucus, the Ontario government, and the labour movement
• Background in administration, political science, communications, or journalism a strong asset
• Exceptional writing skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work with the public, ability to work under pressure
• Ability to conduct research, solve problems and pursue new angles and political opportunities in a timely fashion
• Strong political judgment and discretion
• Proven experience working with confidential information
• Excellent computer skills including electronic list management and record-keeping
• Experience in NDP organizations, ethnocultural organizations or labour organizations would be an asset.
• Familiarity with equity, anti-racism and anti-oppression policy frameworks

The NDP Caucus is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.

Please apply on this link https://ndp.bamboohr.com/careers/442

Thank you for your application. Please note, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.