Office Manager (EOC)

Office of Tom Venning MP

The Office of Tom Venning MP is seeking applications for a full-time Office Manager (EOC) based in the Electorate Grey, with the primary base in Port Pirie, South Australia.

This contract is for 12 months, with the opportunity for extension.

Position Overview

As the newly elected Member for Grey, Mr Tom Venning MP is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill the position of Office Manager. This position’s primary function is to provide strategic team leadership and high-quality advice and support to the Parliamentarian across policy, staff management and political matters.

Mr Venning is seeking an enthusiastic person with strong analytical, communication and organisational skills to join the team as Office Manager.

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

· Leading and managing a dynamic team, solving complex problems, executing challenging projects, crafting strategic communications and coordinating diverse stakeholders.

· Providing advice and support to the Parliamentarian on parliamentary matters including legislative processes and parliamentary business.

· Advising and supporting the Parliamentarian on a variety of negotiations, meetings and consultations.

· Providing oversight of strategic communications and political work across the offices.

· Setting clear expectations, role modelling respectful behaviour and promoting 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.

· Desirable Academic qualifications in relevant disciplines such as public policy, economics, and law.

• Work experience in certain fields and roles.

• Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in working in a high-pressure environment as part of a team.

• Developed knowledge of the political process and the Australian parliamentary and political system.

• Demonstrated capacity to apply analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills in developing and proposing solutions for complex issues.

• Ability to liaise with stakeholders in relation to the preparation of policy and legislative documents.

• Ability to analyse and prepare reports, papers, policy statements, briefing notes and statistical information.

• Proven proactive and effective leadership and management capacity in demanding professional circumstances.

• 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 between $84,933 and $95,670 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.

An additional optional allowance up to $40,267 will 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 22 June 2025

Contact Officer Amie Pike 0477 205 768