AddressThe Committee Office supports parliamentary committees in their work of examining policy and legislation, and of scrutinising the executive government, through the provision of procedural, research, analytical, drafting and administrative support. Working in the Committee Office gives a close-up perspective on a unique aspect of the parliamentary environment. Judgement, professionalism and a willingness to learn are essential.
The Senior Researcher has a key role in a small secretariat workgroup, providing research, report writing and administrative support to one or more parliamentary committees. The Senior Researcher works under the limited direction of the Committee Secretary and one or more Inquiry Secretaries. Senior Researcher roles may require occasional domestic travel to support committees.
The key duties of the position include
The Senior Researcher will:
- Under limited supervision, provide research, analytical and writing support for a parliamentary committee, including preparation of meeting and briefing papers and drafting of minutes of proceedings and committee reports.
- Under limited supervision, prepare correspondence and respond to requests in relation to committee business.
- As part of a team, organise and support committee meetings, public hearings and inspections, including arranging logistics and liaising with stakeholder groups.
- Contribute to the management and security of committee records and provide administrative and other support to a committee secretariat as required, including supervision and development of staff as required.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of parliamentary practice and procedure, particularly in relation to committees.
NOTE: The Parliamentary Service employee assigned these duties may be required to rotate to other areas of the department.
