Office Manager
Senator Jacqui Lambie
Independent Federal Senator for Tasmania
Position
We are looking for an Office Manager to join the Burnie Electorate Office of Senator Jacqui Lambie.
The Office Manager would manage the Electorate Office team, budgets and operations. The Office Manager would report directly to the Senior Adviser / Senator and work closely with all staff.
The key objective of the role is to manage and oversee the running of the Electorate Office, operational and personnel elements of the Office and manage the Senator's travel, diary and expenses.
This position would suit a highly organised person with management and administrative experience.
Key duties
Management of the Electorate Office in Burnie including overseeing of office equipment, resources and security protocols.
Managing the Senator's office budget and office expenses and developing and executing a strategy for the best use of resources.
Managing Electorate Office staff including contracts, onboarding and the staffing budget.
Managing the completion of meeting briefs, casework and constituent enquiries.
Liaising with internal & external stakeholders, vendors, suppliers, and Department contacts.
The ideal applicant should possess the following skills and experience:
Demonstrated experience as an office manager or senior administrative officer in a demanding public, non-profit or private sector environment.
Strong budget management skills and willingness to learn parliamentary expenses management.
Ability to handle multiple budgets and effectively advise on the use of resourcing.
Ability to manage staffing budgets.
Ability to manage staff tasks and needs.
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
Ability to multi-task, prioritise tasks and problem solve.
Efficient organisational skills and time management abilities.
Proven reliability in meeting deadlines and commitments, especially in high pressure situations.
Working knowledge of the political process and the Australian parliamentary and political system.
Demonstrated professional integrity and the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Employment conditions
The position is fulltime-ongoing and offered under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 and conditions are outlined in the Commonwealth Members of Parliament Staff Enterprise Agreement 2020-2023.
A base commencement salary of $83,853 (Electorate Officer B) and additional allowances will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with relevant skills and experience. The additional allowance may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work.
In addition to salary, 15.4% superannuation is payable.
A probationary period will apply.
In your application, please include your resume with 2 contactable referees and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and skills.
Applications should be sent to ******. Please contact 03 6431 3112 for any questions.
Applications close on 2 October 2024.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $83,853.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
On call
Experience:
Management or Senior Administration: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 02/10/2024
Expected Start Date: 04/11/2024
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