PARLIAMENTARY AND CABINET LIAISON OFFICER
Reference 2W4FD94B
SA Public Sector Employees Only
Division: Department for Child Protection
Location: Adelaide CBD
Salary Range: $92,122 - $102,456
Classification: ASO5
Engagement Type: Term
Closing Date: 09 Sep 2026 11:00 PM
Role Highlights
Full-time temporary vacancy until 19 August 2027 with possibility of extension
Contribute to the effective delivery of the Child Protection portfolio
Work alongside senior leaders in a high-profile Ministerial Office.
Join the Office of the Minister for Child Protection in the Adelaide CBD as a Parliamentary and Cabinet Liaison Officer, where your organisation, attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines will support important ministerial and government priorities. Working with limited direction, you will manage time-sensitive information and coordinate critical parliamentary and cabinet support, with the opportunity to build your knowledge of parliamentary processes along the way.
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re proactive, composed and enjoy being trusted with significant work.
You will be responsible for:
- Coordinating timely briefings, reports and papers for the Minister’s Office
- Supporting the Minister’s parliamentary responsibilities, including legislation, motions and Parliamentary Questions
- Reviewing, editing and lodging cabinet submissions and coordinating responses across the portfolio
- Building strong working relationships across government to support the smooth progression of legislation
- Managing Parliament and Cabinet enquiries, ensuring timely responses and escalation of urgent matters.
What you will bring:
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging across senior levels
- Highly developed writing and editing skills, with meticulous attention to detail and presentation
- Sound judgement, discretion and diplomacy when managing sensitive and politically significant matters
- Demonstrated ability to operate with autonomy, navigate competing priorities and deliver under pressure
- Strong analytical and research capability, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
If you bring initiative, confidence and a sharp eye for detail, we’d like to hear from you.
What’sin it for you – Perks That Matter:
At DCP,these are just some of the benefitsyou’llenjoy:
- A collaborative team environment,workingalongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
- Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave –additionalpaid time to support you and your growing family
- Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and opendoors to development across DCP
- SalaryPackaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
- Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitnesscentresand pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
- Wellbeing Support -confidentialEmployee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
- You must have acurrent Australian driver’s licence and a willingness to drive.
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.
Contact Us
Enquiries to Ann-Marie Banfield - Office Manager (08) 8303 2592
[email protected]
Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, secure, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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📌 PARLIAMENTARY AND CABINET LIAISON OFFICER (Adelaide)
🏢 Child Protection
📍 Adelaide