MEDIA RELATIONS OFFICER French and Regional-North and Eastern Ontario
To assist the Leader, and Caucus to broaden NDP media coverage across the province, particularly in francophone media and northern and eastern Ontario media. Will work closely with media, tour and MPP’s staff to execute assigned projects, ensure that projects contain a francohophone communications strategy and translate all materials into French, meeting established deadlines.
Developing unique and consistent media opportunities for the Leader and Caucus in Ontario’s francophone media and northern and eastern Ontario media. For example; preparing weekly columns, arranging special talk-back programs on radio and television in addition to standard press releases and stand-up interviews.
Executing media relations and media-related activities and raising the profile of the Leader, Caucus and Party as widely as possible in indentified media outlets.
Developing and maintaining relations with the media, and monitoring media activities and emerging trends, with a focus on , Northern and Eastern Ontario and French Media outlets.
Writing, editing, producing and distributing press releases, speeches, articles, op-eds, and other materials.
Establishing and maintaining francophone and eastern and northern media lists for daily distribution of the Leader and Caucus messages. This requires establishing ongoing working relations with French media and key reporters in identified regions.
Ensuring that press releases, communications materials and caucus website materials are translated into French in a timely fashion.
Liaison with NDP organizations in ridings across the province and other stakeholders to raise the profile of the Leader, Caucus and Party.
Developing media relations strategies and public relations projects and coordinating work with the other Caucus Services staff.
· Minimum five years experience in media relations, or equivalent.
· Experience in and knowledge of communications planning, marketing, and public relations.
· Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated experience working with media outlets across the province, particularly identified Regions and French media.
· Proven ability to work in a team environment.
· Ability to plan and implement communications strategies.
· Proven ability to manage a variety of issues and projects simultaneously.
· Proven organizational abilities and experience.
· Superior English and French language skills and proven writing and editing ability in both languages.
· Proven translation skills in French and English
· Strong computer skills.
· Willingness to work irregular hours and travel.
· Proven ability to co-ordinate and lead team projects.
· Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with team members.
· Experience in web design and maintenance would be an asset.
Availability: asap
Applications to: Valerie Fogarty, Director of Administration, NDP Caucus Services, Room 114, Queens Park, Toronto, Ontario M7A 1A5 or vfogarty@ndp.on.ca or Fax: 416-325-8222
We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
