I currently have 2 positions available on my team:
- Senior Media Adviser (based in Sydney)
- Head of Electorate Office (based in Redfern)
Details are below:
Senior Media Adviser (Adviser 3)
The Hon Tanya Plibersek MP
Minister for Social Services
Federal Member for Sydney
The office of the Hon Tanya Plibersek MP is seeking applications for an ongoing, full-time Senior Media Adviser (Adviser 3) to join the team based in Sydney.
We are a collaborative office. The successful applicant will support the values of the Member and progressive policy agenda of the Australian Government.
We are seeking interest from experienced media advisers with particular expertise in digital communications and new media who are committed to working for the Minister for Social Services.
The key duties of the position are, but are not limited to:
- Digital strategy, content creation and reporting across all channels
- Managing new media, including online and podcasts
- Assist in designing campaigns (online and print)
- Managing video message requests, scheduling, co-ordination, and filming
- Managing incoming media requests
- Compiling daily media summaries, on roster
- Regular travel between Sydney and Canberra, and interstate as required
- Other duties as required
The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience:
- Strong media, social media, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Video scripting, production, filming and editing skills
- High levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion
- A familiarity with the functions of government
- Well-developed office and IT competency particularly with Microsoft Office and new media software
- Highly developed oral and written communication skills
- Research skills
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- A positive outlook and ability to work collaboratively in a small team
- Ability to work under pressure, with time constraints and with minimum supervision
- Capacity to work irregular hours (some evenings, early mornings and weekends) as required
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 2024-27 which include:
- A commencing salary between $109,708 and $162,021 (from 5 August 2025) will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
- An additional optional allowance of $34,223 (from 5 August 2025) may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and any travel requirements.
- 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.
Applicants should note the following:
- An initial probationary period of three months may apply and may be subject to extension.
- The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check.
- Staff may be subject to automatic cessation triggers in accordance with Section 14 of the MOP(S) Act.
- The successful applicant will be required to comply with their obligations under the Behaviour Codes and Standards.
- For staff employed by a Minister or Parliamentary Secretary either in a personal or electorate staff position, it is a condition of your employment that you obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 2 security clearance and comply with the Ministerial Staff Code of Conduct.
How to apply
Submit a CV demonstrating your skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience with the names of two referees.
Submit Applications to [email protected] (Attn: Jo)
Contact Officer: [email protected] (Attn: Jo)
Applications close on Thursday 3 July 2025 at 5.30pm.
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Head of Electorate Office (EOB)
The Hon Tanya Plibersek MP
Minister for Social Services
Federal Member for Sydney
The office of the Hon Tanya Plibersek MP is Seeking applications for an ongoing, full-time Head of Electorate Office (EOB) position to join the team based in the Redfern Electorate Office in Sydney, NSW.
We are a collaborative office dedicated to respond promptly and effectively to constituent and community issues in the electorate. The successful applicant will support the values of the Member and progressive policy agenda of the Australian Government.
We are seeking interest from experienced community campaigners who are committed to working for the Federal Member of Sydney.
The key duties of the position are, but are not limited to:
- Manage the Electorate Office team in the undertaking of their duties.
- Work as a contact point between the Electorate and Ministerial Offices.
- Assisting the member to maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, key opinion makers and key community contacts.
- Attending stakeholder and portfolio meetings as required.
- Develop strategies to continuously build our reach within the electorate.
- Contribute to the wide range of tasks and responsibilities within the office because you care about getting the very best outcomes.
- Supporting constituents with their enquiries and provide assistance relating to federal government programs, offices, and departments.
- Responding directly or coordinating responses to constituents on behalf of the Member.
- Manage office budgets.
- General administrative tasks within the electorate office including data entry and database management.
- Travel within the electorate and interstate travel may be required.
- Other duties as required.
The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience:
- Strong administrative, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Experience in managing a team.
- High levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
- A familiarity with the functions of different government departments and services at both a state and federal level.
- Well-developed office and IT competency particularly with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
- Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent advocacy skills.
- Experience in community campaigning and building local connections.
- Research skills.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
- A positive outlook and ability to work collaboratively in a small team.
- Ability to work under time constraints and with minimum supervision.
- Capacity to work irregular hours (some evenings, early mornings and weekends) as required.
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 2024-27 which include:
- A commencing salary between $74,095 and $86,506 ($76,910 to $89,793 from 5 August 2025) will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
- An additional optional allowance of up to $35,793 (up to $37,153 from 5 August 2025 may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and any travel requirements.
- 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.
Applicants should note the following:
- An initial probationary period of three months may apply and may be subject to extension.
- The successful applicant may be required to undergo a National Police History Check.
- Staff may be subject to automatic cessation triggers in accordance with Section 14 of the MOP(S) Act.
- The successful applicant will be required to comply with their obligations under the Behaviour Codes and Standards.
- For staff employed by a Minister or Parliamentary Secretary either in a personal or electorate staff position, it is a condition of your employment that you obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 2 security clearance and comply with the Ministerial Staff Code of Conduct.
How to apply
Submit a CV with the names of two referees and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in this position, and demonstrating your skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience.
Submit Applications to [email protected] (Attn: Christine)
Contact Officer: [email protected] (Attn: Christine)
Applications close on Thursday 10 July 2025 at 5.30pm
