The office of the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a Parliamentary Assistant. Applications are being accepted from candidates available to work out of either the Ottawa or Yellowknife offices.
Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to [email protected] by Sunday, November 30, 2025. While all interested individuals will be considered, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Responsibilities:
• Supporting the Member’s priorities in Ottawa and her constituency, through collaborating effectively with the Parliamentary Chief of Staff and the Constituency Assistants
• Monitoring and maintaining the Member’s public-facing email inbox, phone line, and physical mail, and assisting constituents with their requests.
• Staffing the Member at events and meetings as required, and conducting necessary follow-up/action items
• Assisting with the management of the Member’s website and social media profiles, including photography and video recording
• Drafting remarks, correspondence, mail products, and social media posts
• Assisting with the preparation and updating of the Member’s schedule
• Liaising regularly with other offices, including the Member’s own ministerial team, as well as the offices of other Ministers and Members
• Other duties as required
Working Conditions:
• This is a full time in-person position
• Availability to work outside of regular hours as needed is required
• Occasional travel between Ottawa and Yellowknife may be required
Required Skills and Competencies:
• A degree from a post-secondary institution or relevant experience
• General knowledge of government and current affairs
• Proven ability to interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner
• Competence with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with good administrative skills and attention to detail
• The ability to multi-task and work in a team environment
Assets:
• Experience working with Northern and Indigenous communities
• Awareness of the distinct issues facing residents of the Northwest Territories
• Experience working in a parliamentary or legislative office