Alberta Director

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF), Canada’s leading non-partisan advocacy group dedicated to lower taxes, less waste and accountable government has an opening for the position of Communications Director – Alberta.  

Job Description

The director may work out of either Calgary or Edmonton and will report to the CTF’s national communications manager.  The Alberta communications director is the CTF’s principal representative and spokesperson in the province.  The director should be familiar with all regions of the province.

The director oversees day to day communication with staff, supporters, the media and public, as well as setting and implementing public policy objectives and strategies for the CTF in Alberta.   

The director should have leadership experience in politics or public policy related work. A degree in political science, commerce, economics or related field is an asset.  Experience with media, public speaking, writing and campaign organization is a must.

The director must be a flexible and creative individual, prepared to work long hours and take initiative in a dynamic and often unpredictable work environment. Above all, the director must be enthusiastic and committed to the mission of the CTF.

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To Apply:

Applicants are invited to submit their resume, writing sample and references along with a cover letter to the National Communications Manager no later than March 21, 2012. 
E-mail: shennig@taxpayer.com

Inquiries may be directed through e-mail only to: National Communications Manager Scott Hennig shennig@taxpayer.com.

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Professional Sales Opportunities

Add your voice, through a rewarding professional sales career with the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Canada's leading non-partisan citizen's advocacy group dedicated to lower taxes, less waste and accountable government. 

Openings are available in various locations across Canada for independent commissioned sales representatives with a compensation package that includes generous bonus incentives and residual income.

As an Independent Contractor, you will solicit supporters and contributions on behalf of the CTF and it's mandate.  As a motivated self-starter, you will call on individuals and businesses within an area and time frame that can be tailored to best suit your personal schedule

A team of seasoned sales professionals will support you by providing in-depth comprehensive initial training,  on-going support and the sales tools necessary to succeed and make a difference.  A willingness to learn, personal organization and previous sales experience is beneficial.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the National Field Manager:

Canadian Taxpayers Federation
265-438 Victoria Ave. East
Regina, Sask. S4N 0N7

Fax - 800-465-4464

Email - national.manager@taxpayer.com

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Student Internships

Interested in an internship with the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF)? The CTF offers full and part-time, paid and volunteer internship opportunities in our Ottawa office.

Our internship program offers post-secondary students and recent graduates the unique opportunity to work along side provincial communications directors and our national research director, conducting research and advocacy work.

Past interns have worked on various research and communications projects that have resulted in local and nation-wide releases and media coverage, including:

• MP/MLA pension calculations
• Municipal Ratepayers Guide
• Ontario’s Blended Sales Tax
• Federal election candidate reimbursements

How to apply for CTF Internship

If you are interested in being considered for a CTF Internship, please apply through the Manning Center.

Other internship opportunities:

For those interested in other internship possibilities, check out the following organizations:

• Institute for Humane Studies
• Fraser Institute