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About the position

Alberta’s New Democrats are seeking a motivated, creative and energetic individual for the position of Organizer. This position will be based in Edmonton.

The Organization

Alberta’s New Democrats are a growing, vibrant political party with a membership that holds specific values of social justice, the rights of working people, environmental stewardship and fairness. The organization’s Board of Directors and staff are professional, dedicated individuals focused on continuing to grow the party.

General Description and Duties

Under the overall supervision of the Provincial Secretary, or designate, the Organizer’s primary responsibilities will be to support the party’s leadership race and provide support to local constituency associations. This work includes, but is not limited to, supporting debate events, supporting membership recruitment centrally and by campaigns, CA reporting requirements and ensuring they are compliant with Elections Alberta timelines, relationship development with local associations and presidents, fundraising needs, and voter contact. The Organizer will be working with volunteers to accomplish tasks under regulated guidelines. Other duties may by assigned as required.

This position will also work with the Legislative Caucus and MLAs on outreach activity.

Qualifications

• Experience in successful grassroots organizing
• Experience staffing and managing political campaigns
• Good writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated experience working with and coordinating volunteers
• Working knowledge of social media
• Willingness to work long hours and ability to travel within the province
• Proven ability to plan and coordinate successful outreach campaigns
• Ability to work well in both leadership and team environments
• Proficiency keeping accurate and detailed records
• Openness to learn and adapt
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment
• A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle
• Knowledge of the Alberta NDP and the Alberta political environment
• Experience working with constituency associations

Terms and Conditions

This is a full-time position. The position is governed by a Collective Agreement between Alberta’s New Democrats and COPE 397 and is classified as an S1A Organizer. The starting salary is $62,988.80. Alberta’s New Democrats also offer a monthly car allowance, payments in lieu of pensions and an excellent benefit package.

This is a temporary position until June 30, 2024.

Please provide interest in this position by email, using Application – Organizer in the subject line to:

Jobs@albertandp.ca by 5:00 PM on Monday February 12th, 2024.

We appreciate all interest, however only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.