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Director of Organization |
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The New Democratic Party of Saskatchewan has an opening for a Director of Organization. This position is responsible for all developing/coordinating organizational programs, fundraising activities, membership drives and election readiness.
Reporting Structure
The Director of Organization reports to the Provincial Secretary. The following positions report directly to the Director; Organizers, Call Centre Supervisor and Fundraisers.
Major Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
The Director of Organization major responsibilities are to:
- Take a lead role in the hiring and training of field organizers
- Prepare and coordinate programs regarding organization, membership drives and fund raising efforts of the party
- Oversee the Call Centre telephone and telemarketing programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- A degree in Political Studies, Journalism or Social Work.
- Four years experience working with the NDP at the provincial/federal level, either for the Party or for government in a political capacity, in a senior organizational position.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to train staff and volunteers in organization techniques.
- Willingness to travel extensively as required.
Salary
Salary is as per the Collective Agreement, starting at $54,424.94/year.
Submit applications by July 7, 2010, 4:00 pm to: Dale Schmeichel, Provincial Secretary, New Democratic Party of Saskatchewan 1122 Sask. Dr. Regina, SK., S4P 0C4 or email to dschmeichel@saskndp.ca.
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Director of Communications and Information Technology |
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The New Democratic Party of Saskatchewan has an opening for a Director of Communication and Information Technology. This position is responsible for all aspects of Communication and for the Communication-related IT platform.
Reporting Structure
The Director of Communication/IT reports to the Provincial Secretary. Communication Officer/Commonwealth Editor reports directly to this position.
Major Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
The Director of Communication/IT major responsibilities are to:
Communications:
- Manage the Communication needs of the Party by taking a lead role in production of party communications material (election/non-election)
- Assist constituencies with publicity
- Have overall responsibility for the operations of the Commonwealth, including its content, production layout/design and budget
- Guide & provide direction regarding the media relations function of the Party
- Act as a resource person for committees as required.
Information Technology:
- Oversee the development, design and functionality for the party website
- Be responsible for the maintenance of ongoing relationships with sub-contracted suppliers who are involved in website development and maintenance
- Recommend/oversee the continued upgrade of other I/T facilities utilized by the party particularly during election periods
- Have responsibility for developing & maintaining on-line communication vehicles
- Provide leadership in development of electronic voter records.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- A degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Journalism, or Political Studies.
- Four years experience at the Federal, Provincial, or Private Sector level in senior level position(s) directly related to Communication and using Information Technology for Communications.
- Experience developing and managing databases for voter contact.
- Detailed knowledge of the Saskatchewan and Canada Election Acts.
- Excellent writing and communication skills,
- An in depth knowledge of the Party, its organization and structure.
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to coach, mentor, manage the performance of the staff.
Salary
Salary is as per the Collective Agreement, starting at $54,424.94/year.
Submit applications by July 7, 2010, 4:00 pm to: Dale Schmeichel, Provincial Secretary, New Democratic Party of Saskatchewan 1122 Sask. Dr. Regina, SK., S4P 0C4 or email to dschmeichel@saskndp.ca.