AddressApplications are invited for the ongoing position of Media & Policy Officer in the Office of Senator Tammy Tyrrell based in the Senator’s Electorate Office in Launceston, TAS.
The key objective of this role is to provide support to the Senator and her team to develop and communicate solutions to policy issues of interest to Tasmania. This is a junior role that would be suitable for an applicant with experience writing for diverse audiences, especially on behalf of other people.
You must be familiar with matters of general public policy debate. However, even if you have no experience working in a professional political office, you may still be well-suited to this role.
You do not need to have all the solutions to all the country’s problems to be the ideal candidate; if you can demonstrate that you are a self-starter who is able to critically assess the ideas and arguments of others, as well as proactively seek out those ideas, you would be strongly encouraged to apply.
WHAT WE OFFER:
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 2020-2023 which include:
- The position is offered as an Electorate Officer B classification and a salary of $71,245 - $83,179 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
- 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.
KEY DUTIES:
- Provide expert and timely advice on priority, complex and sensitive policy, public administration and political issues.
- Offer written and verbal briefings to Senator Tyrrell and her staff on matters being discussed in news and in Parliament.
- Assist in policy initiatives and research into the design and development of strategic policy responses.
- Liaise with stakeholders as directed to identify key issues in relation to policy requirements.
- Proactively identify opportunities for media interventions and develop material to take advantage of them.
- Assist in the preparation of speeches that are consistent with Senator Tyrrell’s legislative position.
- Liaise with stakeholders and staff to prepare supporting material in advance of Senate Estimates and committee inquiries.
- Interstate travel may be required to attend Senate inquiry hearings and parliamentary sitting periods.
- Other duties as directed.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- A demonstrable track record of problem solving.
- A well-developed capacity to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional experience with planning, organising and implementing research.
- Sound knowledge of the Australian parliamentary and political system and legislative frameworks.
- Demonstrated capacity for applying analytical and problem-solving skills in developing solutions for complex issues.
- Proven reliability in meeting deadlines and commitments, especially in high pressure situations.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Familiarity with at least one area of public policy would be strongly desirable.
- A working knowledge of the practice and procedure of the Australian Senate.
- Experience offering advice on legislation in a political office.
- A history of proactively identifying opportunities for creative media interventions.
POINTS TO NOTE:
- A probationary period of three months will apply and may be subject to extension.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Police History Check.
For further information please contact Bernadette Savy or Cameron Amos on (03) 9070 1*** or via e-mail on ***************@aph.gov.au, using the subject line: Media & Policy Officer - Launceston enquiry via SEEK.
Applications close Friday 5th July 2024.
