Are you energetic, positive and passionate about serving your community? Do you pride yourself on your ability to stay calm while juggling multiple priorities? Looking to work in a dynamic office with an inspiring and supportive team? Then we have the job for you. Join our team as an Assistant Electorate Officer for Jonty Bush MP in the Cooper Electorate Office and make a positive difference!

Job details

The Office of Jonty Bush, State Member for Cooper is currently looking for an Assistant Electorate Officer for our Ashgrove office. In this multifaceted role, you'll provide comprehensive support to Jonty Bush MP, ensuring smooth operations within the Electorate Office and ensuring she is represented professionally within the community.

About the role

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Electorate Office staff with administrative functions, such as diary and events, monitoring a high-volume inbox, answering phones and triaging enquiries.
• Assisting Electorate Office staff and the Member with monitoring social media, creating content and engaging with online forums, news, and maintain a positive social media presence.
• Providing confidential secretarial, executive, and administrative assistance to Jonty Bush MP.
• Liaising with constituents who contact the electorate office to offer information, support, and assistance and collaborating with community groups.
• Supporting and engaging with community groups directly or through established external forums.
• Managing duties in alignment with Parliamentary Service legislation, policies, and procedures.

About you          

We're looking for someone to complement our team with the following skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of clients and stakeholders.
• Confidence in using a range of PC software packages, with the ability to learn.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
• The ability to progress work autonomously, as part of a small team.
• An understanding of the Queensland political landscape and current affairs would be beneficial but not mandatory.
• An ability to create and manage social media content is advantageous.

We are a collaborative and supportive office. The successful applicant will need to support Jonty's personal values.

How to apply

This is a permanent full-time opportunity (with part time considered for the right applicant) perfect for an individual seeking to advance their career in a meaningful and community-focused role. To apply, please submit:

• A cover letter (of no more than one page) focusing on the experience, skills, knowledge and abilities detailed in the selection criteria section of the position description.
• A current resume.

Applications should be submitted through the SmartJobs website.

Applicants are encouraged to peruse the Applicant Information Package and Position Description attached in the SmartJobs website.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Assistant Electorate Officer - Position Description - Cooper (PDF, 276KB)
  Role Description
  
  APPLICANT INFORMATION PACKAGE -Electorate Office Staff (PDF, 190KB)
  Information Package for Applicants