Are you looking for a fast‑paced, community‑focused role where your work truly makes a difference? Nigel Hutton MP, State Member for Keppel, is seeking two motivated and digitally savvy part‑time Assistant Electorate Officers to join the Keppel Electorate Office. With flexible work patterns (9‑day fortnight or 4‑day week), these roles offer variety, challenge, and the opportunity to support meaningful outcomes for the Keppel community.

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Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with variety, challenge, and the chance to make a real difference in your community? Nigel Hutton MP, State Member for Keppel, is seeking two motivated, digitally savvy part‑time Assistant Electorate Officers to join the Keppel Electorate Office. Working a 9‑day fortnight or 4‑day week, you will support the Member's community work. Ideal candidates are community‑minded, organised, creative, and confident with digital tools.

Two positions are available: Communications Role: Leads office communications, manages social media and media releases, engages with constituents, supports events, and provides administrative support.
Constituent Role: Assists people in the Keppel electorate with enquiries (written, phone, email) and liaises with ministers, departments, and stakeholders to help resolve matters.

Communications Lead – Key Responsibilities

• Lead digital and traditional communications: strategy, planning, content creation, scheduling, and community engagement aligned with the Member's priorities.
• Build relationships with media and community groups; organise and attend events; conduct outreach.
• Support local and statewide campaigns.
• Provide high‑quality secretarial and administrative support.
• Undertake other duties as required.

Communications Lead – What We're Looking For

• Experience designing/managing digital platforms, delivering communication strategies, and working with media and stakeholders.
• Skills with digital marketing tools (MailChimp, Canva, Adobe) desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and strong follow‑through on enquiries.
• Ability to work collaboratively under time constraints with minimal supervision.
• High professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Political experience preferred but not essential; interest in the local political environment required.

Constituency Lead – Key Responsibilities

• Lead receipt, triage, and coordination of constituent enquiries (written, phone, email).
• Manage data entry and databases to maintain accurate information.
• Research and draft material for the Member.
• Work with parliamentary offices, government departments, stakeholders, and colleagues on complex cases.
• Act as first point of contact for office visitors.
• Undertake other duties as required.

Constituency Lead – What We're Looking For

• Exceptional ability to engage and communicate with diverse people.
• Excellent oral and written communication with strong attention to detail.
• Proven research skills and ability to interpret complex material.
• Advanced computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database management).
• Ability to understand and interpret government policy and legislation.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, able to prioritise multiple tasks.
• High professionalism, confidentiality, emotional intelligence, and maturity, including supporting distressed members of the public.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of Queensland politics and current affairs beneficial but not essential.

How to Apply
Submit your application via the Smart Jobs website, including:

• A resume.
• A one‑page cover letter identifying your preferred role, outlining your suitability, and indicating your preferred work pattern.
• For the Communications role: a writing sample (ideally a media release).

Further information

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Documents

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

• Application Information Package_Electorate Office Roles (PDF, 636KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Assistant Electorate Officer - Position Description - Keppel (PDF, 206KB)
  Role Description