Community Engagement Electorate Officer (EOA) - Trish Cook MP

Community Engagement Electorate Officer (EOA)

Trish Cook MP – Member for Bullwinkel

The office of Trish Cook MP​ is seeking applications for a full-time, ongoing Community Engagement Electorate Officer (Electorate Officer A) based in the Bullwinkel Electorate Office in Kalamunda, WA​.  

Position Overview

This position will support the Member with parliamentary work, constituent work and engagements. The role will involve frequent travel within the electorate and irregular work hours.

The Member is seeking an enthusiastic person with strong analytical, communication and organisational skills to join the team as a Community Engagement Electorate Officer, with the responsibility of providing support and advice on work relating to electorate matters.  

The key duties of the position include but are not limited to:

• Respond to constituent enquiries (in-person, phone and email),

• Assist the Member to maintain a strong presence among the Bullwinkel electorate

• Researching solutions, and liaising with Government agencies and stakeholders as needed, to resolve matters in a timely and effective manner.

• Develop and maintain relationships with community organisations & volunteers

• Regular interstate and Canberra travel may be required for this role, with irregular work hours.

The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience:

• Promote, support and maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to accurately track, follow up and follow-through with community enquiries. As well as excellent oral and written communication skills with attention to detail

• Ability to work as part of a team, under time constraints and strict deadlines with minimal supervision.

• Prior political experience is preferred but not essential, however an interest in and understanding of the local political environment is required.

• Demonstrated professional integrity and the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.

• A respectful demeanour when engaging with office staff and constituents.

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 $74,537 and $78,911 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills. 

• An additional optional allowance may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and any travel requirements.  

• Note the above salary and allowance will be receive an increase of 3.4% from 5 August 2026.

• 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. 

How to apply   

Submit a CV with the names of two recent referees and a one-page (maximum) cover letter outlining your interest in this position, and demonstrating your skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience.  

Submit Applications to [email protected]    

Applications close on 16 June 2026​  

Contact Officer: [email protected]