Electorate Officer

Electorate Officer (Media and Research) - Grade 2

Annabelle Cleeland, Member for Euroa

-      Ongoing, full time opportunity

-      EO Grade 2, $83, % superannuation

We are seeking a committed and community-focused Electorate Officer (Grade 2) to join the office of Annabelle Cleeland MP, Member for Euroa.

About the Role This role covers media and communications, research and policy support, community engagement, and digital management. It offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment where no two days are the same, and where your work directly supports the local community.

Electorate Officers play an important role in providing services to the Victorian community. Reporting to the Member of Parliament that nominates you, your work will require a high degree of trust and integrity. Confidentiality is also a key requirement when interacting with constituents and visitors to the office or in the community.

Based in the Member of Parliament's Benella electorate office, you will interact daily with constituents, community organisations and other stakeholders. Key responsibilities may include

• Media & Communications - Draft and edit media releases, newsletters, and speeches; liaise with media; monitor coverage.
• Research & Policy Support - Research local and state issues, prepare reports and briefings, track grants and government programs.
• Community Engagement - Respond to constituent enquiries, support the Member at events, and maintain strong local networks.
• Digital & Social Media Management - Develop content, manage online platforms, track engagement, and refine outreach strategies.
• Office Administration & Support - Oversee office operations, manage correspondence and records, coordinate events, and support the Member's diary.

Under Section 30 of the Parliamentary Administration Act 2005, Electorate Officers Electorate Officers must not perform any party specific activities.  Party specific activity means any activity for the dominant purpose of directing how a person should vote at an election, by promoting or opposing the election of any candidate at the election; or a registered political party; or an elected member

About you

Key attributes of responsiveness, effectiveness and accountability are precisely the values and behaviours the successful applicant will need to succeed.

The role of an Electorate Officer requires you to demonstrate:

• Sound written and oral communication skills with a proven ability to undertake research and prepare written materials including reports, submissions, and correspondence.
• Excellent computer skills with experience in MS suite of software and use and maintenance of online communications.
• Commitment and ability to provide the highest level of client service in a challenging environment, providing sound advice and maintaining the strictest confidence on all issues.
• Strong knowledge of traditional and social media landscape with ability to maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets; and provide advice in a rapidly changing external policy and political environment.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders from government and peak organisations to local community organisations and constituents.
• Behaviours consistent with Electorate Officer values and Code of Conduct, including the ability to display high levels of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, and respect in relationships with others and decision making.

Salary

Electorate Officer salaries are set out in the Electorate Officers (Victoria) Single Enterprise Agreement 2021.

Full-time $83,469 per annum plus 12% employer superannuation

Job Type

Ongoing: This is a full-time ongoing opportunity

Pre-Employment Screening requirements

All appointments are subject to receipt of a satisfactory National Name (Police) Check, Work Rights Check and Working with Children Check. Successful candidates who do not currently hold a Working with Children Check will be required to obtain a check within 3 months of commencement of employment.

As part of the selection process, you may be asked to complete an online competency or skills assessment.

How to apply

Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position. You are not required to provide a response to each individual key selection criteria.

Applications close: Sunday 21st September

For any queries contact the Department of Parliamentary Services by emailing

The Department of Parliamentary Services supports all Members of Parliament in the recruitment and selection process of Electorate Officers. You may receive communications throughout the process from the Department.