Assistant Electorate Officer

Join Nigel Hutton MP for the Keppel Electorate as a part-time Assistant Electorate Officer working a 9-day fortnight or a 3 to 4 day work week. This dynamic role involves managing social media, drafting communications, engaging with constituents, supporting events, and providing admin support. You will lead digital strategy, assist with campaigns, and help amplify community initiatives. Ideal candidates are organised, creative, tech-savvy, and driven to make a positive impact in their community. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in Queensland, we want to hear from you.

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that offers variety, challenge, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in your community? Nigel Hutton MP, State Member for Keppel, is seeking a motivated and digitally savvy Assistant Electorate Officer to join the Keppel Electorate Office team. This part-time role is available as a 9-day fortnight or 3–4 days per week offering flexibility while allowing you to play a pivotal role in the daily operations of the Keppel office.

This fast-paced position involves managing social media, drafting communications, engaging with constituents and community groups, participating in community service activities and events, and providing high-level administrative support. Ideal candidates will be organised, creative, and confident using digital tools to drive engagement.If making a difference in your community matters to you, this role offers a unique opportunity to have a real impact across Queensland

Key Objectives

• Media and Communications – including strategic social media management, content creation and general comms.
• Provide exceptional secretarial and administrative support.
• Foster strong relationships by supporting and engaging with constituents and community groups.

Your Role

• Assist in the operation of the electorate office alongside the Electorate Officer.
• Lead the office's social media strategy, including content planning, creation, scheduling, and community engagement reflecting the Member's priorities and community initiatives.
• Engage with community, including organising and attending events and outreach to constituents and community groups.
• Support Nigel's campaigns on local issues and collaborate on statewide campaigns.
• Support Nigel's public-facing communications such as media and newsletters.

What We're Looking For

• Highly organised with a forward-thinking mindset, capable of juggling multiple priorities.
• A proactive problem-solver, known for creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media channels in a professional setting, with a strong understanding of tone, timing, and audience engagement.
• Proficiency with digital tools and basic video editing software.
• Ability to interpret analytics and performance metrics to refine content strategy and boost reach.
• Skilled in drafting messaging and digital content that is clear, compelling, and aligned with the Member's voice.
• A solid grasp of the Queensland political landscape and current affairs is beneficial but not essential.

This is more than a job—it's a chance to contribute meaningfully to the Keppel community and help amplify the work of our dedicated Member of Parliament. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and ready to bring your digital expertise to a dynamic team, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please review the position description and information package attached. Submit your application via the Smart Jobs website, including:

• A resume.
• A cover letter (no more than 1 page) outlining your suitability for the role and which work pattern would suit.