Director of Parliamentary Procedures & Learning

Department of the House of Representatives; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of the House of Representatives, based in Parliament House, Canberra, seeks a Director, Procedural Development to lead the Procedure Office and advance parliamentary practice through innovative resources and seminars. The role includes publication oversight and strategic leadership with the Director of Chamber Research.

Key duties include managing a small team, developing the next edition of House of Representatives Practice, and providing expert parliamentary advice to Members

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship is required.
• A National Police check is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Procedure Development section in the Procedure Office.
• Oversee research, analysis and drafting for the next edition of House of Representatives Practice.
• Serve as secretary to the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Parliamentary Standards.
• Develop and deliver procedural learning activities and resources for Members and staff.
• Provide advice on parliamentary procedural matters to Members and others.
• Undertake Clerk-at-the-Table duties in the Chamber and Federation Chamber.
• Represent the department in relevant forums and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Parliamentary procedure

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Job description

The Department of the House of Representatives, based in Parliament House, Canberra, seeks a Director, Procedural Development to lead the Procedure Office and advance parliamentary practice through innovative resources and seminars. The role includes publication oversight and strategic leadership with the Director of Chamber Research.

Key duties include managing a small team, developing the next edition of House of Representatives Practice, and providing expert parliamentary advice to Members