Constituency Assistant (Internal Applicants Only)

Job: Constituency Assistant

Status: Full-time, Permanent (32.5 hours/week)

Department/Location: MPP Chandra Pasma, Ottawa West-Nepean (Constituency Office)

Salary: $76,277.30/year

Application Deadline: August 31, 2026

Position Status: Replacement

Objectives: To assist the Member by completing assigned casework and outreach duties.

Responsible to the Member for:

- Organizing events, hearings, meetings, and press conferences.

- Responding to constituent questions and concerns.

- Preparing, gathering, maintaining, and compiling research material as requested by 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 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:

- 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 as 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 members’ constituency and portfolio areas and key stakeholder groups in the riding is essential.

- Proficiency in English is essential.

- Proficiency in French (reading, speaking and writing) is considered an asset.

- 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.

The NDP Caucus is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.

Please apply at this link https://ndp.bamboohr.com/careers/474 by August 31, 2026.

Thank you for your application. Please note, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.