Office Manager

The office of Senator Kerrynne Liddle invite applications for the full-time ongoing position of Office Manager based in the Senator's office in Adelaide, South Australia.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be accountable for the management and efficient functioning of the electorate office and the Senator's diary related to parliamentary, portfolio and public demands.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated and able to respond to a high volume of material related to compliance, processes, rules, standards and regulations in a work environment consistently responding to changing and competing priorities.

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

• Managing the Senator's diary (sitting weeks, committees, stakeholders etc).
• Booking of travel requirements for the Senator and Portfolio Leads including flights, accommodation, hire cars and COMCARS etc.
• Printing all agendas/itineraries associated with diary in preparation for meetings/events.
• Processing of PEMS, travel and associated claims.
• Identifying issues related to budget, expenditure or compliance with parliamentary approvals and engaging with Department of Finance.
• Managing public email inbox and triaging or responding to items requiring follow up.
• Filing and maintenance of records and reconciliation of electorate expenses
• Ordering of printing and stationery.
• Managing the stakeholder database.
• Managing mailouts and external communications for stakeholders and constituents.
• Reporting of maintenance and lease issues to Department of Finance and engagement with landlord on minor matters as appropriate.
• Protecting the sensitivity and confidentiality of files and documents and activities of the office and maintaining a clean and safe workspace, contributing to a safe and respectful workplace culture and abiding by work health and safety laws, policies, and procedures.
• Overseeing activities that support the efficient day to day functioning of the office including for incoming phone calls and walk-ins.
• Other duties as required for the efficient functioning of the office.

The ideal applicant:

• Is self-motivated and able to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and with limited supervision.
• Has highly developed verbal and written communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Uses software such as Microsoft Office and other relevant office applications with competence and confidence.
• Experience or qualifications in administration is essential and an interest in current affairs and the Federal Parliament is desirable.

Employment conditions:

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

• A commencing salary between $ 76,910 and $89,793 to be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
• An additional electorate staff allowance may apply 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:

• A 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.

How to apply

Applications consisting of a cover letter setting out details of experience and a CV with the names of two referees should be forwarded to

Applications close at close of business on Tuesday 2 September 2025.

For further information please contact Shona Dudley