Constituency Assistant – Social Media and Communications
Working for a Member of Parliament / Travailler pour un(e) député(e)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
$34K-$36K a year (estimated)
Full-time
Job Description
- Manage and provide continuous improvement to the social media strategy on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X and other social media accounts;
- Update the Members’ website by staying abreast of best practices and trends, while responding to the needs of constituents and maximizing exposure;
- Create and execute external communications such as social media content, press releases, Members’ news, website news, blog, mailers, articles, email updates, newsletters, Davenport letters, and media interviews;
- Support Member’s advertising strategy following the budget;
- Collaborate with the constituency team to support constituents and take appropriate action to resolve concerns and inquiries;
- Support and assist in the planning of community events, outreach activities and official visits.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education from a recognized institution in communications, journalism, business administration, or a related field;
- Experience working in an office setting providing communications and media support;
- Knowledge of media relations management principles, Canadian politics, current events, and the political and environmental climate;
- Experience in planning and maintaining a brand through multiple social media platforms;
- Ability to establish and manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and work independently in a high stress environment.
Assets :
- Experience volunteering or working for a political organization (Federal, Provincial, Municipal, or other);
- Experience planning events and supporting project coordination;
- French or Portuguese language proficiency;
- Knowledge of the riding of Davenport.
Additional Information
We thank all candidates for their applications. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Schedule : Full time (37.5 hours). Regular office hours are Monday Friday from 9am 5pm. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.
Closing date : July 7, 2024
4 days ago