ABOUT THE GREENS NSW

The Greens Party movement is based on the four pillars of social equity and economic justice, ecological sustainability, grassroots democracy, and peace, nonviolence and disarmament. Greens parties across the world share these same principles and values.

In NSW we have seven Members of Parliament, two Senators in the Federal Parliament, and seventy local government Councillors.

KEY RESONSIBILITIES

This position will work closely with the Campaign Manager.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare written comms for internal stakeholders
• Manage the campaign calendar
• Prepare written agendas and minutes
• Liaise with the Campaign Manager, target campaigns, MPs, and other stakeholders
• Coordinate campaign events
• Assist the fundraising team
• Other duties as directed by the Campaign Manager

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

The Campaign Assistant must meet the following essential requirements:

• A commitment to The Greens and the advancement of Greens policies and principles

• Excellent organisational skills in managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Understanding of NSW and Australian political issues and the political system.

• Experience working or volunteering to support an election, social justice, environment, and/or community campaign, ideally a Greens election campaign
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work effectively with a busy and energetic team of paid staff and volunteers under pressure

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Campaign Manager: Direct line manager. Escalate issues, keep informed, advise, and receive instructions.

State Manager: Escalate issues, keep informed, advise, and receive instructions.

Work team: Work collaboratively and inclusively by participating in meetings to share information, innovation, and best practice.

Internal stakeholders: Work with Local Groups, campaign committees and volunteers to resolve issues and provide solutions to problems.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and perspectives, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, and people of all ages.

The Greens NSW office is an accessible workplace. Reasonable adjustments and flexible working arrangements are available to support individual needs.

A position description is attached.