About the Senate

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

How will you contribute?

Join the Independent Senators Group in shaping a more thoughtful, inclusive, and responsive Parliament. We are seeking a creative and motivated Junior Communications Officer for a 12-month contract - an exciting opportunity for an emerging communications professional with a passion for public service and a keen interest in Canadian politics.

As a key member of our communications team, you will lead day-to-day content creation and social media engagement, while supporting broader communications initiatives that help amplify the voices and work of Independent Senators. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced parliamentary environment, where collaboration, adaptability, and strategic thinking are highly valued.

Core responsibilities:

• Plan, draft, and schedule engaging content across social media platforms, aligning with ISG’s strategic communications goals;
• Create visually compelling graphics and digital materials using tools like Canva;
• Maintain and update the ISG website, ensuring content is accurate, timely, and accessible;
• Draft press releases, public statements, and newsletters for internal and external audiences;
• Support planning and execution of special communications projects and events;
• Track analytics and engagement metrics to optimize content strategy and inform decisions;
• Collaborate with team members using project management tools to ensure timely and coordinated delivery of content.

We welcome candidates with strong writing and design skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience working with equity-seeking communities, bilingualism, or a background in public affairs, journalism, or political science are considered strong assets.

If you are ready to contribute to Canada’s democratic process through non-partisan collaboration and creative communications, we encourage you to apply and grow with us at the heart of Parliament.

Open to

The general public, to staff one (1) determinate (12 months) full-time position with the Independent Senators Group (ISG).

The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. You can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Prerequisites

• Post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or a related field, or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience;
• Demonstrated experience using digital communications tools such as Wix, Hootsuite, and Canva (or similar platforms);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and messaging for diverse audiences and platforms;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail;
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and respond to challenges with professionalism and a solutions-focused mindset;
• Proven interest in Canadian politics, governance, or parliamentary affairs will be considered a strong asset;
• Ability to work in both official languages (French and English) is considered an asset.

Competencies

Integrity
Respect
Service
Communication
Judgement
Adaptability
Dependability
Teamwork and Cooperation
Action Management
Attention to detail

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation in order to be eligible for appointment.

How to apply

Please save a copy of the notice of job opportunity. Once the closing date has passed, these documents will no longer be available.

Relocation and travel expenses incurred during this process are the applicant's responsibility.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. You must consent to receiving e-mails from our system in your online profile.

The Senate of Canada reserves the right to retain a determined number of candidates who best meet the essential requirements of the position.

The Senate of Canada is a separate and distinct employer from the federal public service and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act.

We thank all those who apply to this selection process.

The posting closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT on the closing date stated above.