Organizer, Newfoundland and Labrador NDP

Position

Organizer, Newfoundland and Labrador NDP

Location

St. John's, NL

Description

The NL NDP requires an Organizer to be responsible for election preparedness leading up to the provincial general election on November 30, 2015.

Under the overall supervision and direction of the Steering Committee, the Organizer’s primary responsibility will be election readiness: supporting District Associations, assisting with candidate support, training NDP activists, fundraising, conducting and coordinating membership recruitment, event planning and coordinating and working with volunteers to accomplish specific tasks under tight deadlines. Other organizing duties may be assigned as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in candidate search and recruitment.
• Work with District Associations on pre-election plans and election campaign plans in each district.
• Support NDP candidate nomination process and ensure nominations meet the requirements of Elections NL.
• Assist District Associations in meeting their constitutional obligations.
• Work with District Associations in outreach initiatives including membership drives, fundraising activities, public relations and specific events.
• Plan, prepare and conduct workshops, seminars and other training sessions for NDP activists.
• Field questions and requests from NDP members, supporters and the general public where appropriate.
• Organize and support special events as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reports to the Steering Committee.

Qualifications

• Recent campaign or election organizing experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel.
• Experience integrating data from multiple sources.
• Access to broad networks, especially labour and social movements.
• Knowledge of the policies, practices and structures of the New Democratic Party.
• Familiarity with NDP Vote would be an asset.
• Excellent and demonstrated political judgment.
• Ability to motivate implement and work well with volunteers.
• Superb communication, teamwork and negotiation skills.
• Ability to develop, monitor and implement an extensive campaign budget.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work productively under pressure.
• Be self-motivated and well organized.
• Ability to handle competing priorities.
• Ability to work irregular hours and travel.

Salary

This is a temporary, full-time position beginning upon hiring and concluding following the provincial general election with the possibility of extension. Salary to be negotiated.

Commencing date

As soon as possible.

Closing date

2015-07-17

Send resume, cover letter and salary expectations to:

Kathleen Connors, President, New Democratic Party of NL
Mail: PO Box 5272 St. John’s, NL A1C 5W1
Email: jobs@nl.ndp.ca

Note

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.