This is an ongoing/ non-ongoing opportunity within the Committee Office. The Committee Office supports parliamentary committees in their work of examining policy and legislation, and of scrutinising the executive government, through the provision of procedural, research, analytical, drafting and administrative support. Staff normally work in small Secretariat teams, however, are expected to work flexibly and support other Secretariats as needed.
**About the Role**
The Inquiry Secretary is a senior officer in a secretariat headed by a Committee Secretary, providing research, advisory, report writing and administrative support to one or more parliamentary committees. The Inquiry Secretary supports the Committee Secretary in providing advice to committee chairs and members regarding parliamentary practice and procedure, and in leading and developing junior secretariat staff. Inquiry Secretary roles may require domestic travel to support the Committee.
The department is committed to leadership at all levels and there is an expectation that all staff are able to demonstrate leadership in their professional experience.
Security Assessment: Designated committees will require appropriate security clearances.
**Contact information**
For more information on this vacancy, please contact Julia Morris on ext. 4104.
**Applying**
Applications must be submitted online by **Tuesday, 15 July 2025** at **11:59pm**. You will be required to upload your CV and address the selection criteria (no more than two-pages). These can be found in the job description below.