Dr Sophie Scamps was elected to office in 2022 and is the independent federal Member for Mackellar in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. As a Community Independent Dr Scamps’ focus is on the people of Mackellar. Our team works collaboratively with the community to develop policies and priorities that create a better future for all, with a strong focus on cost of living, supporting small business, health, integrity, climate and the environment.

About the Role

The Community and Campaign Organiser plays a pivotal role in connecting Dr Scamps, her team, volunteers, and the wider Mackellar community. This position is central to maintaining and growing engagement with the Team Sophie volunteer network and strengthening community relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Volunteer leadership: Recruit, engage, manage, and train volunteers, serving as their primary point of contact.
• Community engagement: Work closely with the electorate office team to design and deliver community organising strategies, events and activities that increase visibility and awareness of Dr Scamps and her priorities.
• Campaign data and systems: Develop and maintain data collection and campaign systems to support effective engagement and outreach.

This role involves travel within the Mackellar electorate and requires flexibility for some evening and weekend work.

About You

You are a proactive, politically aware self-starter with strong initiative and integrity. You either live in Mackellar or have a deep understanding and connection to the area. You bring sound judgment, discretion, and a commitment to the values and priorities of Dr Scamps and her constituents.

Essential qualities and skills:

• Community engagement: Ability to build trust and maintain productive relationships across diverse groups. Ideally with experience mobilising volunteers, building networks and supporting grassroots participation.
• Interpersonal skills: Empathy, active listening, and respectful communication.
• Communication excellence: Clear and accurate written and verbal communication, with confidence in public speaking and representing the MP professionally.
• Organisation and project management: Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines effectively.
• IT data and systems: Competence in using digital tools and managing campaign data and systems.

For additional information please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Community and Campaign Organiser enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

This is a full-time, hybrid role, with at least 2 days a week in the Narrabeen office. The role is initially offered as a contract, with possibility of extension.