Adviser to The Hon Minister Julie Collins MPAdviser to the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and Small Business The Hon Minister Julie Collins MP Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Minister for Small Business
The office of Minister Julie Collins MP is seeking applications for a full-time ongoing Adviser, based in the Ministerial Office, Australian Parliament House Canberra, ACT or Franklin Electorate Office (Rosny Park, TAS). Applications are welcome for placement in either location.
About the position The office is seeking an enthusiastic person with strong analytical, communication and organisational skills to join the team as an Adviser, with the responsibility of providing quality advice and support to the Minister relating to policy, public administration, stakeholder and political matters, predominately related to agriculture, fisheries and forestry.
The key duties of the position are, but are not limited to: Provide expert and timely advice on priority, complex and sensitive policy, public administration and political issues.Under the direction of the Chief of Staff, maintain effective relationships with the Prime Minister's Office, other Ministerial Offices and the Australian Public Service on all priority, complex and sensitive issues.Ensure that the resources of the portfolio department are effectively utilised to provide high level and appropriate advice and support to the Minister.Assist in policy initiatives and research into the development of strategic policy responses.Liaise with stakeholders as directed to identify key issues in relation to policy requirements.Provide advice and support on parliamentary matters including Question Time, legislative processes and parliamentary business.Monitor and advise on legislative and policy developments in Australia and overseas.Provide advice and support on policy issues in a wide variety of negotiations, meetings and consultations.Liaise with the Australian Public Service in relation to the preparation of policy and legislative documents.Analyse and prepare reports, papers, policy statements, briefing notes and statistical information on policy and related matters and significant portfolio initiatives.Provide input into communications and political advice as required.Regular interstate and Canberra travel will be required for this role, with occasional irregular work hours, particularly during parliamentary sitting weeks.The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience: Demonstrated experience in providing advice on a wide range of policy, public administration and political matters in a public, non-profit or private sector organisation.Demonstrated knowledge or experience in policy or practice related to agriculture, fisheries and forestry would be highly regarded.Ability to communicate effectively and liaise with other Ministerial Offices, the Australian Public Service and the community, including varied constituencies.Experience in the processes of planning, organising and implementing research.Demonstrated experience in working in a high-pressure environment as part of a team.Sound knowledge of the political process and the Australian parliamentary and political system.An ability to work cooperatively to achieve whole of government strategic objectives.Demonstrated professional integrity and the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.Demonstrated capacity for applying analytical and problem-solving skills in developing solutions for complex issues.Ability to rapidly acquire a sound knowledge of the structure and functions of the portfolio.Proven reliability in meeting deadlines and commitments especially in high pressure situations.Employment conditions: 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 2020-23 which include:
A commencing salary between $101,701 and $150,086 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.An additional Personal Staff Allowance of $31,702 is payable in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work.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.An initial probationary period of three months will apply and may be subject to extension.
The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check.
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance (Negative Vetting Level 2) and comply with the Ministerial Staff Code of Conduct.
Applications should be forwarded to Chief of Staff, Scott Bloodworth: ****** and include a short covering letter addressing your interest in the position and your key skills and experience, and a CV with the names of two referees.
Applications close on 31 October 2024.
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