Description:
- Australian Parliamentary Service Level 3
- $76,921 to $83,098
- Committee Office
The Department of the Senate is seeking applications from those interested in joining the Committee Office in the role of Administrative Officer.
The Administrative Officer performs key administrative and support tasks to assist a committee secretariat in the provision of research, drafting, report-writing and logistical support to a Senate committee. The Administrative Officer is the main point of contact for matters relating to the committee secretariat’s work and is responsible for the collation, recording and dissemination of general information relevant to the committee’s inquiries. More specifically, the occupant of the position:
- provides information to senators and their staff, parliamentary officials and members of the general public regarding committee inquiries
- processes submissions and other correspondence and keeps registers of relevant committee information
- coordinates arrangements for committee meetings and hearings including arranging venues, travel and accommodation and
- prepares committee reports for both online and hard copy publication and tabling in the Senate.
This position requires the occupant to be familiar with software packages such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, or the ability to quickly acquire familiarity with these packages. The Administrative Officer must also be organised, client-focused, able to work to consistently high-standards, on occasions for long hours, and must possess effective communication skills.
To apply, please provide a one-page pitch, detailing your suitability to perform the duties of the position, along with a copy of your CV or résumé.
We recognise that diversity strengthens our department and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that values the contribution of people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and mature aged people.
How to apply:
For additional information regarding this recruitment process please contact the Human Resource Management section on 02 6277 5924 or email us at [emailprotected] .