Job description
APS5 Parliamentary and Events Officer
About the role
We’re seeking a high performing individual with a cross section of skills and experience in the Parliamentary, Ministerial and Events space. The role sits within the Executive, Strategy and Communications Branch. This is a fast-paced environment that requires accuracy, thoroughness, quality and has exposure to a range of staff and clients at different levels, often working with tight deadlines.
Key responsibilities
Our ideal candidate
We are looking for a highly organised individual who is able to, multitask and work to multiple deadlines working in a fast-paced environment with proven experience in, parliamentary including brief writing, coordination, senate estimates etc. You can be entrusted to make sound judgment calls and can perform your role with a high degree of accuracy.
You will have personal drive, agility, and the ability to think quickly and respond positively in an environment of change while managing work effectively.
You’ll be able to demonstrate
Application Requirements
How to apply
If this role is of interest to you, APPLY NOW, with your current resume in MS Word format along with an expression of interest. If you would like to know more then please don’t hesitate to contact Bill O’Rourke on 02 6162 7319 or via borourke@dfp.com.au
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
- November start 2024
- $53 to $62 per hour + super
- 6-month labour hire contract
- Canberra based
About the role
We’re seeking a high performing individual with a cross section of skills and experience in the Parliamentary, Ministerial and Events space. The role sits within the Executive, Strategy and Communications Branch. This is a fast-paced environment that requires accuracy, thoroughness, quality and has exposure to a range of staff and clients at different levels, often working with tight deadlines.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting the Parliamentary section, including:
- Monitoring and actioning Parliamentary inbox
- Management of Parliamentary Document Management System (PDMS)
- Providing administrative support to the CEO, Executive and Staff
- Coordination of briefs and ministerial correspondence, for both internal and external purposes—drafting, proof reading and formatting style, including:
- Ministerial correspondence—researching, drafting and finalising (input gathered either from line areas or external agencies/department)
- Briefing correspondence—drafting briefs including event briefs, edit and proof
- Event Coordination
- Management and coordination of Senate Estimates, Question Time Briefs and Questions on Notice
- Assisting with the tabling of documents in Parliament.
Our ideal candidate
We are looking for a highly organised individual who is able to, multitask and work to multiple deadlines working in a fast-paced environment with proven experience in, parliamentary including brief writing, coordination, senate estimates etc. You can be entrusted to make sound judgment calls and can perform your role with a high degree of accuracy.
You will have personal drive, agility, and the ability to think quickly and respond positively in an environment of change while managing work effectively.
You’ll be able to demonstrate
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written and the ability to liaise with staff and other external stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team
- Understanding of the Parliamentary processes and legislative requirements (Desirable but not a requirement)
- Proficient IT skills with the ability to adapt to a variety of software packages
Application Requirements
- Must be an Australian Citizen.
- Must hold a current Baseline Security Clearance.
How to apply
If this role is of interest to you, APPLY NOW, with your current resume in MS Word format along with an expression of interest. If you would like to know more then please don’t hesitate to contact Bill O’Rourke on 02 6162 7319 or via borourke@dfp.com.au
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
