Constituency Assistant- Digital - Toronto, Canada - Ontario NDP Caucus
Description
Objectives:
To assist the Member by completing assigned casework, digital, social media and outreach duties.
Responsible to Member for:
- Preparing, gathering, maintaining and compiling research material as requested
- 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 opeds, standard media releases and arranging standup 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 Member and liaising with interest groups within the constituency.
- Dealing with enquiries and 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.
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge and proficient skills in social media management, photography, and video editing utilizing suites like Final Cut Pro.
- Knowledge of the NDP and the Canadian labour movement, Canadian government, Ontario government and public affairs
- Demonstrated knowledge and understand of Equity and Diversity frameworks and considerations and 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 Twitter, Facebook, Mailchimp, etc.
- Familiarity with member's constituency and portfolio areas and key stakeholder groups in the riding is essential.
- Proficiency in English is essential.
- Experience in NDP organizations and community organizing is an asset.
- Knowledge and existing rapport with local riding and community members is preferred.
- Proficiency in social media is required.
- Second language skills preferred.
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