Job Description
The office of Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver – Sunshine Coast – Sea to Sky Country is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Community Outreach Coordinator position.
About the role:
The Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of community events, meetings, and stakeholder engagements initiatives throughout the riding. This role involves extensive collaboration and organization with local organizations, community leaders, and residents to strengthen relationships and support meaningful engagement opportunities.
The successful candidate will help ensure the Member is represented at important community events in the Sea to Sky, Bowen Island, West Vancouver and Lions Bay area. You will assist in organizing events hosted by the Member, including roundtables, town halls, question-and-answer sessions, and other community-focused initiatives. You will play a key role in ensuring the Member maintains a strong and visible presence throughout the riding.
This is an exciting opportunity for an organized, enthusiastic, and community-minded individual who enjoys event planning, stakeholder engagement, and building strong relationships across diverse communities.
Primary responsibilities:
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Plan, coordinate, and execute the Member's community events, including roundtables, town halls, and other public engagement initiatives in the Sea to Sky, Bowen Island, West Vancouver, and Lions Bay area.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, local leaders, stakeholders, and residents.
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Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, by drafting and coordinating community-facing correspondence, invitations, event communications, and outreach materials.
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Collaborate with colleagues and provide logistical, administrative, and on-site support to ensure successful outreach activities and community engagement efforts.
Top reasons to apply:
Joining the office of MP Patrick Weiler offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in communities across the riding while working alongside a dedicated and collaborative team. Patrick Weiler is passionate about staying connected to the communities he serves, placing a strong emphasis on listening to residents, fostering relationships, and maintaining an active presence throughout the riding. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting that work by helping to strengthen community connections, coordinate impactful outreach initiatives, and foster engagement across the riding. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in community engagement, public affairs, and event management while contributing to issues that matter to the community. If you're ready to help build strong community connections and support impactful engagement across the region, we encourage you to apply.
Qualifications
Education:
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Post-secondary education or recent graduation in a relevant field such as communications, public administration, political science, business administration, or a combination of education and experiences in event management, community development or previous volunteer experience.
Experiences:
- Experience working with or engaging with community organizations, clubs, student groups, or non-profit organizations.
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Previous event planning or event coordination experience in a professional, volunteer, student, or community setting.
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Experience with public speaking and presentations.
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Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships.
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Knowledge of the riding of West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country, specifically, knowledge of the Sea to Sky, Bowen Island, West Vancouver and Lions Bay area.
Working Requirements:
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Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable personal vehicle.
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Availability during evenings and weekends as required.
Additional Information
Members of Parliament are individual employers who are responsible for recruiting, hiring and managing the employees who help them carry out their parliamentary duties. Terms and conditions of employment vary from one MP's office to another.
If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at [email protected].
We thank all candidates for their application. Only selected candidates will be contacted for next steps.
This posting will remain advertised until all business requirements are met. Applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment at any time.
