Assistant Electorate Officer (Buderim) , Parliamentary Service

Do you have a passion for serving your community and making a positive impact? Do you possess outstanding communication, organisational and administrative skills? Do you aspire to work with a dynamic and dedicated team in a fast-paced environment?

Parliamentary Services is seeking an Assistant Electorate Officer to join Mr Brent Mickelberg MP Member for Buderim in the Buderim Electorate Office.

• Flexible Full time (37.5 hours per week) permanent employment.
• $84,607 to $105,817 per annum plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

As an Assistant Electorate Officer, you will work closely with the Electorate Officer and Mr Mickelberg to support them with their Parliamentary duties and the community within the electorate of Buderim.

Your main responsibilities would be:

• Providing direct secretarial, executive and administrative support to the Member of Parliament.
• Supporting and engaging with constituents and community groups; and
• General administration of the daily operations of the electorate office.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to:

• Engage with community members and groups.
• Engage with local media.
• Compile and publish newsletters and updates.
• Draft and proofread correspondence for Ministers and Constituents.
• Manage social media and undertake occasional graphic design.
• Manage and maintain the Member's diary including making appointments and arrangements for meetings, events etc.
• Follow and uphold financial obligations as set by legislation and Parliamentary Service policy and procedure.
• Undertake research into various issues.
• Comprehensively use a range of PC software.

Other responsibilities:

• Liaising with and managing enquiries from constituents, groups and organisations who contact the electorate office for information, assistance and advice (via face-to-face, mail or electronic contact)
• Attending community events and functions with and on behalf of the Member.
• Develop, maintain and utilise networks including community referral and assistance networks, government departmental and/or ministerial office.
• Check and report any technical issues associated with items of office equipment or security equipment and assist the Parliamentary Service in annual office stocktake processes.
• Reporting security incidents, risks or threats that occur in the electorate office.

If you are passionate about making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply today!

Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter and submit their application through the SmartJobs website.