Auxiliary Constituency Advisor - Community Outreach (5-15 hours weekly)

The Auxiliary Constituency Advisor – Community Outreach plays a key role in building strong, trusted
connections between the Coquitlam–Maillardville MLA and the Iranian community. This position focuses on
community outreach, engagement, and relationship‑building, helping to strengthen awareness of the MLA’s
work and ensure the Iranian community feels heard, welcomed, and connected to the constituency office.

As a confidential employee under the BC NDP MLA Constituency Offices Collective Agreement, the Auxiliary
CA supports the MLA’s presence at community events, works closely with Iranian community members and
organizations, and shares insights on community priorities, concerns, and opportunities for engagement with the
constituency team.

Under the general supervision of the MLA, duties shall include:

• Supporting the Coquitlam–Maillardville MLA’s work within the Iranian community through proactive
  outreach, relationship‑building, and community liaison activities.
• Strengthening connections between the MLA and Iranian community members, cultural organizations, businesses, and community leaders.

• Supporting connections between the MLA and Iranian youth, including outreach to youth groups and
  young community members, and sharing insights on the experiences, priorities, and perspectives of
  Iranian youth in the constituency.
• Supporting the MLA’s presence at community events, meetings, and cultural celebrations, including
  assisting with coordination, attendance, and follow‑up as required.
• Sharing information with community members about the MLA’s work, provincial priorities, and government
  initiatives in a culturally appropriate and accessible manner.
• Providing informal feedback and insights to the constituency team about issues, trends, and priorities
  emerging within the Iranian community.
• Assisting with the development and distribution of outreach and engagement materials targeted to the
  Iranian community, including event information and community‑specific communications, as appropriate.
• Supporting community outreach initiatives and engagement strategies led by the MLA or constituency
  office.
• Maintaining basic records of outreach activities, community contacts, and events, in accordance with
  office procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned in support of community outreach and engagement objectives.
  

DIVERSITY:
Jennifer Blatherwick, MLA is committed to recruiting and developing employees who reflect the diversity of
the people of British Columbia and who bring a range of perspectives, experiences, and community
knowledge to their work.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we welcome applications from all groups.
This includes women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with diverse abilities, persons of
diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to
diversity in the Coquitlam–Maillardville constituency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fluency in Persian (Farsi) and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English is required
  for effective outreach and engagement within the Iranian community.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Iranian culture and community dynamics, including familiarity with cultural
  norms, values, and community priorities.
• Established relationships, credibility, or active involvement within the Iranian community in the
  Coquitlam–Maillardville area would be an asset.
• Experience in community outreach, engagement, or liaison work, ideally with ethnocultural or
  newcomer communities would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and maintain positive,
  respectful relationships.
• Ability to share information about the MLA’s work and provincial initiatives in a culturally appropriate
  and accessible manner.
• Demonstrated discretion, diplomacy, and sound judgment in community‑facing and politically sensitive
  environments.
• Ability to work independently, with flexibility, and to adapt to changing outreach and engagement
  needs.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends and to attend community events as required.