Press Secretary

Job description

Company Description Canada’s New Democrats are searching for a Communications Officer to join our team for a permanent role. The Bilingual Press Secretary will assist the leader and caucus in carrying out their parliamentary responsibilities by coordinating media relations under the supervision of the Director of Communications. Job Description: Responsibilities: - Serve as Press Secretary to New Democrat MPs - Communicate regularly with media to generate national and regional media coverage that raises public awareness on priorities of the caucus - Answer inquiries from media outlets - Provide media support to MPs and their staff - Prepare Caucus Members for media interviews and requests for comment - Prepare press releases, advisories and other materials - Ensure all media messaging is consistent with strategic communications objectives - Support and assist with the organising of press conferences as required - Conduct regular media monitoring and analysis on issues important to the work of the party and the Caucus - Provide regular briefings to caucus on media coverage - Travel as required - Work collaboratively within a team to advance New Democrat goals - Other duties as assig...