(Internal Applicants) Constituency Assistant

Ontario NDP Caucus•Toronto, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Constituency Assistant will assist the Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Kristyn Wong-Tam by completing assigned casework and outreach duties. This is a full-time, permanent position working 32.5 hours per week in the Toronto Centre constituency office. The role involves organizing events, responding to constituent inquiries, preparing research materials, managing social media, and advocating for constituents.

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, and how 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 Microsoft office suite, such as Microsoft word and Excel.
Knowledge of social media skills and associated best practices including Twitter, Facebook, Mailchimp, etc. is required.
Familiarity with members’ constituency and portfolio areas and key stakeholder groups in the riding is essential.
Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English is essential, additional language skills are an asset.
Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking any of the following languages is required: French, Bengali, Urdu, Hindi, Taglog, Mandarin or Spanish.

Nice To Haves

Experience in NDP organizations and community organizing is an asset.
Knowledge and existing rapport with local riding and community members is preferred.

Responsibilities

Organizing events, hearings, meetings, and press conferences.
Responding to constituent questions and concerns.
Preparing, gathering, maintaining, and compiling research material as requested by the 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 the Member and liaising with interest groups within the constituency.
Dealing with enquiries, 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.