EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

to

Ruth Forrest – MLC for Murchison

Salary: $49 523 - $51 357 per annum (pro rata)

Location: Murchison Electorate Office, Wynyard

Applications are invited for the position of Executive Assistant to Murchison MLC, Hon Ruth Forrest. The position will be filled on a contract basis with the term of appointment linked to the elected term of the Member for Murchison in the Tasmanian Legislative Council. The position is 0.8 Full Time Equivalent.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a full range of office, administrative and research support to the Member of Parliament. A general understanding of the Tasmanian parliamentary system and procedures would be an advantage but is not essential.

The successful applicant should be highly organised with excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate a high level of competence in the following areas:

• Executive/Secretarial support;
• Computer skills;
• Research and analysis;
• Written communication; and
• Highly developed people skills.

In addition, the ability to deal with matters diplomatically and with absolute confidentiality is required in this role.

Appointment will be made by the President of the Legislative Council under the Parliamentary Privilege Act 1898 . For enquiries, please contact Mr Nigel Pratt , Deputy Clerk of the Legislative Council on 62 33 2331.

Applications in writing should be submitted by Wednesday, 28 May 2008 and be addressed to:

Nigel Pratt
Deputy Clerk of the Legislative Council
Parliament House
HOBART 7000
or by e-mail to
nigel.pratt@parliament.tas.gov.au

The Legislative Council is an equal opportunity employer.

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