Electorate Officers (EOA and EOB)

Mr Tom Venning MP

The Office of Tom Venning MP is seeking applications for both entry-level and skilled full-time and part-time Electorate Officers based in the Electorate of Grey with offices located in Port Pirie and Whyalla, South Australia.

Contracts are for 12 months, with the opportunity for extension.

Position Overview

The various roles available will fulfil an array of functions in the office, with your skills and talents to assist in finding the right position for you. To support the Parliamentarian, many roles including executive assistance, community liaison communications, graphic design, social media, research and policy, and enquiry management are just some of the positions we are seeking to fill.

The primary role of an Electorate Officer is to be the first point of contact for constituents and other visitors to the Electorate Office, working to resolve their issues and answer any queries in a courteous, sensitive, and prompt manner.

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

· Assist with a range of general administrative tasks within the office.

· Management of community volunteer programmes.

· Identify, engage, and build strong relationships with community organisations.

· Help to plan and manage events and engagement opportunities for the Parliamentarian and the community.

· Facilitate ongoing direct voter contact.

· Promote, support and maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.

· Regular interstate and Canberra travel may be required for this role, with occasional irregular work hours, particularly during parliamentary sitting weeks.

· Other duties as required to support the Parliamentarian and the effective operation of the Electorate Office.

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

· Knowledge and experience in regional and rural communities.

· High level oral and written communication skills, and excellent customer service capabilities with a strong attention to detail.

· Highly motivated and able to work proactively, both independently and in a small team.

· Ability to work to tight deadlines, plan, organise and prioritise work under pressure.

· Familiarity with the use of Microsoft 365, especially Teams and Excel, highly desirable.

· A knowledge of the parliamentary and political systems desirable.

· Experience in office administration, stakeholder engagement and event management.

· Demonstrated professional integrity and the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.

· A respectful demeanour when engaging with office staff and constituents.

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 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.

EOA Salary $71,808 and $76,022

EOB Salary $74,095 and 86,506

An additional optional allowance of up to $40,267 may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work.

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 may 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 one-page (maximum) cover letter outlining your interest in this position, and demonstrating your skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience.

Submit Applications to [email protected]

Applications close on 20 June 2025

Contact Officer Amie Pike 0477 205 768