WORKING IN NEW ZEALAND

Manages the electorate office of a politician.

SKILL LEVEL:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• oversees the running of the electorate office
• liaises with constituents of the electorate
• liaises with the media on behalf of the politician
• organises aspects of election campaigns such as doorknocks, letter drops and rallies
• conducts research on issues of importance to constituents
• supervises office staff
• may act as scrutineer in election campaigns