Members of Parliament are responsible to uphold the principles and practices of Canadian democracy. They sit in the House of Commons to serve as representatives of the people who have elected them to that office. Members consider and vote on legislation in the chamber, attend committee and caucus meetings, and perform a wide range of duties in their constituencies. They also represent Canada when travelling abroad on official business or when hosting foreign dignitaries.

Job Description

The House of Commons Administration is currently looking to create a pool of candidates for anticipatory staffing of the Parliamentary Assistant role.

About the role:

The Parliamentary Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Member of Parliament (MP) by managing various responsibilities in parliamentary procedures, casework, research, and communications. This role requires a strong understanding of parliamentary operations and political sensitivities to advise the MP effectively.

Primary responsibilities:

As the Parliamentary Assistant, you will provide support in research, speech preparation, and writing reports and interventions. In addition, you assist in developing private Members’ bills, reviewing draft reports, and arranging press conference, events, tours and outreach activities.

Within this role, you will also collaborate with peers and clients by welcoming visitors and coordinating gallery and question period passes. To be successful, you will also be required to monitor riding media, social media, and news items, ensuring relevant colleagues and the Member is informed.

Top reasons to apply:

This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in Canadian politics who want to make a meaningful impact. As a Parliamentary Assistant, you will develop your skills in communication, problem-solving, and time management while working in a dynamic environment.

We’re looking for individuals who are highly organized, able to multi-task, and skilled in administrative duties. You'll work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating tact and diplomacy when interacting with others. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), database management, and general computer literacy are essential to succeed in this role.

Gain valuable experience in parliamentary processes, contribute to community initiatives, and develop essential skills in a dynamic and impactful environment.

Qualifications

Education:

• Post-secondary education from a recognized institution OR an acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience.

Experiences:

• Experience providing reception or administrative support in a professional office environment;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely;
• Experience in research, speech writing, and the analysis of policies and procedures;
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft tools, in particular, Word, Excel, and Outlook;
• Ability to work in a team environment, while managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.

Asset:

• Experience in the political field (Hill, Campaign, or Constituency Office).

Additional Information

Members are the employers of their employees. In accordance with the Members By-law, Members may recruit, hire, promote or release employees, and determine their job responsibilities, their hours of work, the classification of their positions, and their salaries. Members have the full discretion over the direction and control of the work performed on their behalf by their employees; however, employees are hired exclusively to assist Members in the fulfillment of their parliamentary functions.

Various linguistic profiles may be considered.

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We thank all candidates for their application. Only selected candidates will be contacted for next steps.