The Office of Ms Corrine McMillan MP is seeking an Assistant Electorate Officer to support communications, administration and community engagement in the Mansfield electorate.

Job details

Do you have strong communication skills and a passion for community engagement? Are you looking for a dynamic role supporting parliamentary work while making a real difference for local constituents?

The Office of Ms Corrine McMillan MP, Member for Mansfield, is seeking a proactive and highly organised Assistant Electorate Officer to support the Member's parliamentary, electorate and community responsibilities. Working closely with the Electorate Officer and the Member, you will play a key role in communications, administration and constituent engagement within a fast‑paced and confidential environment.

Key Objectives

• Support the Member's parliamentary and electorate duties through effective communication and administration.
• Deliver high‑quality media, correspondence and community engagement activities.
• Provide responsive and professional service to constituents and stakeholders.

Your Role

• Lead media and communications activities, including coordinating public messaging, media releases and community updates.
• Write speeches and prepare communication materials such as talking points, briefing notes and content for community events.
• Manage a high‑volume inbox, triaging correspondence to ensure timely and effective responses.
• Schedule and maintain the Member's diary, including appointments, meetings and community events.
• Support the day‑to‑day administrative operations of the electorate office.
• Provide confidential secretarial, executive and administrative support to Ms Corrine McMillan MP.
• Liaise with constituents to provide information, assistance and referrals regarding government services.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community groups, organisations and stakeholders across the Mansfield electorate.
• Oversee office IT functions, conduct research and compile background material as required.
• Draft, compile and publish newsletters, surveys and other communications for constituents.
• Occasional travel and out‑of‑hours work may be required to support the Member at community events.

What We're Looking For

• Strong written communication skills, with experience drafting correspondence, speeches or public communications.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Well‑developed interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Sound administrative and secretarial experience, including diary and inbox management.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team while exercising initiative.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you, apply via the SmartJobs website with your resume and two professional referees.

Applicants are encouraged to review the Applicant Information Package attached on SmartJobs.

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.

• Application Information Package_Electorate Office Roles (PDF, 639KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Assistant Electorate Officer - Position Description - Mansfield (PDF, 348KB)
  Role Description