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.

ABOUT THis ROLE

The role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day administration of the Greens NSW (GNSW) office. This role also provides support to the membership and fundraising activity for GNSW working with staff and key office bearers.

Key responsibilities will include:

Communications:

• Escalation point for general incoming calls and emails from GNSW members and members of the public, helping people to resolve issues and providing appropriate referrals.
• Content posting for the public GNSW website, members website (Greenhouse) and social media including design.
• Assist in fundraising activities, as requested.

Stakeholder Support:

• Provides support for members of the Committee of Management and local group office bearers as needed
• Support the Senior Data Systems Officer with donations matching, duplicate payments, expiring cards and other tasks as needed
• Provides support for GNSW key committees and working groups, as needed.
• Liaison with GNSW MPs’ offices, Party Room and Australian Greens offices, where requested
• Low level complaints/feedback resolution and support to the Operations Manager (or similar)
• Administration and maintenance of corporate records as required
• Provide supervision of Office Administration Assistant

Human Resources:

• Managing the onboarding and offboarding process for staff.
• Provision of inductions and supervision for office volunteers.
• Support senior campaign staff and Local Groups with employment process.
• Writing and reviewing HR policies.
• Contributing to a positive team culture and wellbeing.

Events Support:

• Support the Secretary with registrations, external bookings, logistical operations and volunteer support for in-person State Delegates Council meetings.
• Provide support for the coordination of GNSW and local group participation in rallies and other public events.

Facilities Administration:

• Work with the State Manager to ensure a safe work environment.
• Respond to First Aid incidents and manage the Incidents Register.
• Liaison with property manager and external suppliers to ensure delivery of services and supplies.
• Management of building access.
• Other tasks to support the functioning of the GNSW as required

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

• Good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.

• The ability to work as part of a team and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• An understanding of the Australian political context.

• Understanding of and commitment to the Greens principles and policies.

• Sound problem solving skills, judgment and discretion.

• Digital literacy, including experience working with CRMs, CMS, Office 365, EDMs and social media.
• Familiarity with graphic design programs such as Canva and/or InDesign

• Working with Children Check.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a political, community or advocacy organisation.

• Qualifications in First Aid and Mental Health First Aid.

• Experience in supervising volunteers and managing events.
• Drivers license.

Note: Evening and weekend work and travel within NSW will be required.

Successful candidates must not be a member of another political party.

Conditions

• Salary: $95,525.52 pro rata + 13% superannuation
• Location: Primarily in the Greens NSW office in Camperdown, flexible working conditions may be available upon request.
• Position status: 4 days a week, full-time employment will be considered.
• Commencing: July 2026

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

State Manager: Direct line 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.

If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Operations Support Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.