Assistant Advisor – Digital Media and Policy (EOB) Zali Steggall OAM MP

seek.com.au; Manly; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Zali Steggall OAM MP in Manly seeks a proactive Assistant Adviser – Digital Media and Policy to support the Member’s digital presence and policy priorities. You will lead social media initiatives, draft briefing materials and coordinate parliamentary communications while engaging with the Warringah community.

You will work closely with parliamentary teams, undertake policy research and respond to community inquiries, with opportunities to travel within the electorate and to

Qualifications

• Experience with social media platforms, content creation and digital engagement.
• Understanding of Australian politics and parliamentary processes with an interest in public policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, research and analytical skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and community organisations.
• Collaborative, proactive approach and well-developed IT skills including Microsoft Office, Canva and social media tools.
• Professional integrity and discretion; maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in politics, policy, media or communications will be well regarded.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage engaging social media content highlighting the Member’s policy positions, parliamentary activities and community engagement.
• Identify local stories, events and initiatives for digital promotion.
• Monitor media coverage, track social media performance and identify emerging issues.
• Assist with media responses, newsletters and other communications.
• Research policy developments and legislative matters.
• Prepare concise advice, briefs, speeches and parliamentary materials.
• Attend briefings and stakeholder meetings on behalf of the Member where required.
• Coordinate parliamentary schedules and briefing materials during sitting weeks.
• Monitor and report on proceedings in the House of Representatives.

Skills

Social media platforms

Content creation

Digital engagement

Written communication

Verbal communication

Research

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

IT skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Team collaboration

Policy understanding

Education

Tertiary qualifications in politics, policy, media or communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Social media management tools

Job description

Assistant Advisor – Digital Media and Policy (EOB) Zali Steggall OAM MP

The office of Zali Steggall OAM MP is seeking applications for an ongoing full-time Assistant Advisor - Digital Media and Policy based in the Warringah Electorate Office in Manly, NSW.

Based in Manly, the role involves regular travel throughout the electorate and to Canberra during parliamentary sitting weeks, with some evening and weekend work.

Position overview

The Office of Zali Steggall OAM MP is seeking a talented, motivated and organised Assistant Adviser – Digital Media and Policy to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about politics, public policy, digital communications and community engagement to work closely with the Member and the broader electoral and parliamentary teams.

The role combines social media management, policy research and parliamentary support. The successful candidate will help deliver the Member’s digital presence, communicate policy priorities and engage with the Warringah community.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has an interest in community-led politics, climate action, equality and integrity.

The Key responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

Digital media and communications

• Create and manage engaging social media content highlighting the Member’s policy positions, parliamentary activities and community engagement.
• Identify local stories, events and initiatives for digital promotion.
• Monitor media coverage, track social media performance and identify emerging issues.
• Assist with media responses, newsletters and other communications.

Policy and parliamentary support

• Research policy developments and legislative matters.
• Prepare concise advice, briefs, speeches and parliamentary materials.
• Attend briefings and stakeholder meetings on behalf of the Member, where required.
• Coordinate parliamentary schedules and briefing materials during sitting weeks.
• Monitor and report on proceedings in the House of Representatives.

About you

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience with social media platforms, content creation and digital engagement.
• An understanding of Australian politics and parliamentary processes, with an interest in public policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, research and analytical skills.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence building relationships with stakeholders and community organisations.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and well-developed IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Canva and social media tools.
• Professional integrity and the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• A commitment to promoting and supporting a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in politics, policy, media or communications will be well regarded.

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, commensurate an EOB level, between $79,525 and $92,846 will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
• An additional allowance may be considered in recognition of, and as compensation for, reasonable additional hours of work and travel requirements, commensurate with an allocation of $28,812.
• 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 will 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

Applications close on Monday 26 October 2026