Electorate Officer

The office of Senator Whitten is seeking applications for a full-time ongoing Electorate Officer, based in the Electorate Office of Senator Whitten in Perth, Western Australia.

Position Overview

The Electorate Officer will assist the Officer Manager in the efficient and effective running of the Senator's electorate office, with general administration support.

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

• Respond to constituent enquiries.
• Liaise with Government departments and other organisations.
• Provide high quality and strategic advice and analysis on legislative, policy, portfolio and political issues.
• Develop and manage a media and communications plan, including social media and website, public relations liaison and event coordination.
• Diary management.
• Organise functions and meetings.
• Interstate and intrastate travel as required
• Other duties as directed.

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

To be successful in this role, you will need excellent verbal and written communication skills, be a people person, and highly organised with strong time management and the ability to adapt. Previous experience in administration/ office support is required, or the ability to learn, alongside strong IT (Microsoft Office) skills.

Previous experience within a parliamentarian office or similar environment is well regarded but not essential.

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 which include:

• A commencing salary between $74,537 and $78,911 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
• An additional optional allowance may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and any travel requirements.
• 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.

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 Kylee Veskovich – Office Manager/EA to Senator Whitten -

Applications close on 15 September 2025

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