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.