(Internal Applicants Only) Legislative Assistant

Objective: To assist the MPP with their political and legislative duties.

Responsible to the Member for:

Public Relations

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  Contacting Constituents and general public, by telephone and writing.


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  Dealing with enquiries and solving problems ("case work") which come directly to Queen's Park, or which have to be referred from the constituency office for follow up.


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  Contacting senior government personnel, professional people, officials from outside organizations, local government, the media, etc.

Administration

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  Administering Member's office at Queen's Park and correspondence emanating from that office

Advisory/Research Duties

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  Keeping track of legislation and proceedings of legislature


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  Keeping informed of NDP policy and the Caucus' position of topics of current interest, and concern.


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  Performing specialized research


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  Making enquiries and collecting information in connection with Member's legislative responsibilities and particular community interest and problems.


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  Deputizing as required for Member at appeal hearings (WSIB, EI, etc.), at meetings which he or she is unable to attend (take notes or participate).

Qualifications:

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  Knowledge appropriate to the position of the NDP and/or Canadian Labour movement and of the Ontario Government and public affairs.


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  Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Equity and Diversity frameworks and considerations and as it applies to the duties of the position.
  

• Demonstrated knowledge, familiarity and understanding of the member’s critic portfolio-Education portfolio.
  


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  Ability to proficiently speak, read and write in French.


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  Good communication skills.


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  Ability to work with the public.


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  Ability to work with minimal supervision.


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  Ability to work under pressure.


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  Ability to do general research.


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  The person filling this position will normally be expected to have following basic office skills: typing shorthand or dictation, filing.


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  Experience in the Labour movement or NDP organization and election


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  Campaigns would be an asset.

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

Please apply in this link: https://ndp.bamboohr.com/careers/432 by July 14, 2025

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