Issue Manager - Ottawa, Canada - New Democratic Party of Canada

New Democratic Party of Canada

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Office:

NDP Research Office

Location:

Parliamentary Office, Ottawa, Ontario

Responsibilities:

Provide timely, strategic policy advice, research, analysis and briefings to senior staff, Leader, and Caucus to advance NDP caucus' parliamentary goals
Coordinate with caucus critics in assigned policy fields to ensure that appropriate monitoring, collaboration, and strategic analysis of government initiatives, as well as in the private and civil society sectors
Support the work of MPs at Committee, including by advancing key policy commitments at Committees and monitoring highprofile meetings
Proactively manage key stakeholder contacts and monitor media for developments in specific areas assigned by their supervisor
Liaise and collaborate with the House Leader's and Whip's offices on House and committee strategy, implementation, and analysis, including support for daily Question Period
Monitor other parties, government legislation, ministerial decisions, and government nominations to advance the NDP caucus' parliamentary goals
Undertake independent political research including through the regular use of Access to Information requests and Questions on the Order Paper
Assist with the preparation of communication products, such as speaking notes, press releases, and reality checks
Evening and weekend work will be necessary at times
Other duties as required

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Political Science or related field, or equivalent experience providing policy support for a political party or elected representative, government, trade union, or NGO
Proven ability to work in a fastpaced environment while maintaining sound political judgement, team cohesion and discretion
Knowledge of how House of Commons Standing Committee works and their rules
Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple internal and external stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes on sensitive, quickly evolving issues
Experience in analytical political research, investigative reporting, or archival research
Knowledge and experience working with Access to Information legislation, Questions on the Order Paper, and other Parliamentary research tools
Sophisticated understanding of Canadian politics, the legislative process, and familiarity with Canadian experts and institutional nongovernmental networks
Proven ability to synthesize complex information and provide timely, strategic, and mediaoriented advice and analysis
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Initiative and ability to work well under pressure, both in a team and independently, while meeting strict deadlines
Sound knowledge of the Federal NDP, its policies and structures
Economic or quantitative analysis skills will be considered an asset
Bilingualism required

Annual salary:

$64,000

Closing date:

May 18, 2023 (Midnight)

Starting date:

As soon as possible

Note:

**We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.