Election Officer

Election Officer

Temporary 24.3 - 29.7 $ / hour (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Sort and process election materials, guide staff, and manage data entry.
  • Company: Leading organisation delivering critical electoral services with integrity and professionalism.
  • Benefits: Attractive hourly rates, consistent shifts, and a supportive team environment.
  • Other info: Flexible AM and PM shifts available from November to mid-December.
  • Why this job: Join a significant community-focused initiative and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Must be an Australian Citizen or hold full working rights; political neutrality required.

The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.

Positions Available for a Large-Scale Project. We are currently recruiting for 600+ Election Officer positions to support a large-scale electoral project based in Port Melbourne.

The Organisation
Our client is a leading organisation responsible for delivering critical electoral services and supporting the democratic process. They are committed to providing accessible, high-quality services with integrity, innovation, and professionalism.

The Role
We are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who are available to work on a temporary basis from 2nd November through to mid-December at our Port Melbourne site. A range of AM and PM shifts are available, with AM shifts starting from as early as 5:00am and PM shifts commencing from 2:00pm. Please note that start times may vary depending on operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Sorting and processing election materials
  • Packing, setting up and restocking materials
  • Guiding staff and visitors
  • Moving materials between staging, processing and secure areas
  • Tracking the location of sensitive materials
  • Data entry using various databases, spreadsheets and Microsoft Office applications
  • Responding to phone and email enquiries and escalating complex issues when required

Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for these positions, you must:

  • Be an Australian Citizen or hold full working rights in Australia
  • Be politically neutral, with no affiliation to political parties, nominated candidates or third-party campaigners

What's in it for You?

  • Attractive hourly rates
  • Consistent shifts throughout the project period
  • Opportunity to contribute to a significant community-focused initiative
  • Supportive team environment

About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Commitment to working allocated shifts with a high level of attendance and punctuality
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Confidence working independently and autonomously
  • High levels of reliability, accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Previous customer service experience (desirable but not essential)

Election Officer employer: people2people

Join a well-established business in Fairfield as a Credit Manager, where you will have the opportunity to lead the credit function and make a significant impact on processes and customer relationships. With a focus on employee growth, this role offers a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional development, alongside competitive remuneration and benefits. This is a rare chance to thrive in a stable environment while driving sustainable business growth through effective risk management.

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Contact Details:

people2people Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Election Officer

Attention to Detail
Data Entry
Microsoft Office Applications
Communication Skills
Customer Service
Reliability
Punctuality