Come and join my team - I have a vacancy for a full time ongoing Electorate Officer A (EOA) position based in the Electorate Office in Burnie. Are you energetic, forward thinking, ready for a challenge – if that sounds like you, I encourage you to apply.

The position is front of office and assists with triaging enquiries from the community, correspondence, as well as electorate and community engagement.

The position requires flexibility, and willingness to undertake reasonable additional hours of work over and above the ordinary hours of duty which will be renumerated appropriately. Being a team player is important, as we are part of a broader movement to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people and outcomes across our community.

The key duties of the position include but are not limited to:

- Reception tasks as first point of contact for constituents via telephone and face to face.

- Administration duties for the Electorate Office including responding to event RSVPs both in the electorate and Canberra, acknowledgement letters and parliamentary committees, MP diary management entries, travel bookings.

- Assist the Chief of Staff and the Electorate Office with the development of promotional and communication materials, including social media and web presence.

- Assisting with creating visually appealing graphics, infographics, promotional materials, newsletters and website maintenance.

- Assisting with the delivery of continuous grassroots campaigning activities to strengthen the MP’s community profile, engagement and representation across the electorate.

The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience:

- A well-developed understanding of local electorate issues, the Government’s agenda, and the broader and local political landscape, or an ability to rapidly learn.

- Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively engage with a broad and diverse range of people, including an understanding of de-escalation techniques.

- Demonstrated ability to work well autonomously and in a team, showing initiative and problem-solving skills.

- Well-developed office IT skills using Microsoft suite, Canva, Adobe products and database entry and management.

- Demonstrated high-level organisation, planning and coordination skills, as well as attention to detail.

- An understanding of and appreciation for the Australian Labor Party and trade union movement, and their role in delivering positive outcomes for workers and communities.

- A current driver’s license.

Employment conditions:

The position is offered under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 and conditions are outlined in the Commonwealth Members of Parliament Staff Enterprise Agreement 2024-27 which include:

- A commencing salary between $77,071 and $81,594 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.

- An additional optional allowance of up to $14,407 may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and travel requirements.

- Relocation assistance, studies assistance and paid study leave may also be available (subject to eligibility requirements).

- An employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% will be payable.

Applicants should note the following:

- An initial probationary period of three months will apply and may be subject to extension.

- The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check.

- Staff may be subject to automatic cessation triggers in accordance with Section 14 of the MOP(S) Act.

- The successful applicant will be required to comply with their obligations under the Behaviour Codes and Standards.

- For staff employed by a Minister or Parliamentary Secretary either in a personal or electorate staff position, it is a condition of your employment that you obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 2 security clearance and comply with the Ministerial Staff Code of Conduct.

How to apply

Submit a CV with the names of two referees and a cover letter outlining your interest in this position, and demonstrating your skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience.

Submit Applications to [email protected]

Applications close on ​ 12.00pm 22 November 2026

Contact Officer [email protected] or 04•• ••• 516

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