Constituency Assistant - Surrey, Canada - New Democrat BC Government Caucus

New Democrat BC Government Caucus

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Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A Constituency Assistant is a confidential employee responsible for the administration of the Constituency Office of a Member of the Legislative Assembly.

Under the general supervision of the MLA, duties may include:

Providing assistance and advocacy for constituents in their dealings with the provincial government, either directly or through appropriate referrals.
Supporting the MLA's work within their communities through community outreach and liaison.
Providing information to constituents about provincial government legislation and policies, including the MLA and government's position on provincial issues.
Preparing communications materials, including advertising, householders, and mailings by the MLA, newsletters, websites and social media accounts.
Managing the daytoday operations of the Constituency Office, including correspondence, bookkeeping, information management and other office duties, as required.
Recruiting, training and supervising Constituency Office volunteers and practicum students, as required.
Other duties as assigned.

DIVERSITY:

Mike Starchuk, MLA is committed to recruiting and developing employees that are representative of the diversity of the people of British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to write clearly, concisely and professionally for a wide variety of audiences
Communications:

Mail chimp, AWeber, Zoom

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective information and advocacy strategies and to exercise diplomacy and political judgement.
Experience with active listening, referral and advocacy. Customer service experience would be an asset.
Ability to administer the various aspects of opening a new community office including budgeting, purchasing, and computer skills that will help grow the database and familiarize the community with the role of the MLA and his constituency office.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills, time management and independence.
Demonstrated ability to uphold a professional and welcoming office environment.
Knowledge of the structure and policies of the New Democratic Party and a fundamental knowledge of the role of the three levels of government.
Specific knowledge of the constituency of Surrey-Cloverdale and its key issues, including demographics, land use issues, local businesses, the agricultural community, and the history and challenges of the community and its residents.
Demonstrated familiarity with local community groups, including not for profits, athletics organizations, and business associations.
Ability to communicate fluently in English, Hindi, and Punjabi is a requirement of this position.
Community minded and interested in helping develop and executing a strong outreach plan.
Experience working independently and with flexibility including evenings, weekends and some holidays.
Specific knowledge of significant cultures within the constituency would be an asset.
Ability to oversee social media channels specifically Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter (X) creating advertisements and excelling in digital communications.
Must have Class 5 driving license and access to vehicle.

OTHER DETAILS

Benefits as per the collective agreement.
This is a bargaining unit position: BCGEU Local 70
Posting closes at
4:00pm on Friday, August 11th.
Only those applicants shortlisted will be contacted. Any internal applicants will be considered prior to any external applicants.