Party Leader Job Description

The Leader of the Ontario Libertarian Party is a member in good standing who is duly elected by the Party's membership. She or he is accountable to the members of the Party, and to the Executive Committee between elections.

The Party Leader acts as the official representative of the Party. The Party Leader is responsible for managing the Party's relationship with the general public. As such, they will take a leading role in developing and communicating Party policy, especially election platforms, to the electorate. They are also the public face of the Party and the principal media contact.

Generally, the Leader shall have the following responsibilities and meet the following expectations:

Responsibilities:

Representing the Party by communicating its policies, principles, and platform to members, voters, entities, and the media. As the principal spokesperson for the Party, the Leader shall participate in, but not be limited to the following: interviews, press releases, provincial tours, and political debates.

Working with the Deputy Leader and advocates of the Shadow Cabinet

Serving as the Shadow Cabinet Co-Chair

Along with the Shadow Cabinet and the rest of the caucus, developing, and updating the Party platform.

Participating as a member of the Executive Committee

Travelling across Ontario to meet and share the Party's message with members and Ontarians.

Avoiding, where possible, all perceived and real conflict of interest, and abiding by the Party Bylaws and Constitution

Expectations:

Working with the Executive Committee to promote and attend fundraising and other Party events.

Assist Constituency Associations and the Campaign Director in recruiting exceptional candidates.

Raise the Party's profile among voters.

Share with the Party Executive Committee and any other relevant bodies of the Party feedback received from the general public and members.

Inspired leadership to reach a common Libertarian vision and political strategy.

Attend media training, debate preparation, and/or other related preparation for a leader of a provincial political Party.