Legislative Assistant

Ontario NDP Caucus • Toronto, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, temporary position (32 hours/week) for a Legislative Assistant to assist MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam with their political and legislative duties. The role involves public relations, administration, and advisory/research duties. The position is a parental leave vacancy and is located at Queen's Park.

Requirements

• Knowledge appropriate to the position of the NDP and/or Canadian Labour movement and of the Ontario Government and public affairs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Equity and Diversity frameworks and considerations and as it applies to the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated knowledge, familiarity and understanding of the riding and MPPs critic portfolio.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Proficiency in speaking and writing French.
• Ability to work with the public and stakeholders.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to do general research.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Labour movement or NDP organization and election campaigns would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Contacting Constituents and general public, by telephone, writing and in person.
• Dealing with enquiries and solving problems ("case work") which come directly to Queen's Park, or which have to be referred from the constituency office for follow up.
• Contacting senior government personnel, professional people, officials from outside organizations, local government, the media, etc.
• Administering the Member's office at Queen's Park and correspondence emanating from that office.
• Keeping track of legislation and proceedings of legislature.
• Keeping informed of NDP policy and the Caucus' position on topics of current interest, and concern.
• Performing specialized research.
• Making enquiries and collecting information in connection with Member's legislative responsibilities and particular community interest and problems.
• Deputizing as required for Member at appeal hearings (WSIB, EI, etc.), at meetings which he or she is unable to attend (take notes or participate).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed