Seniors urged to consider election jobs
The 3 May election is not just your chance to have your say, it’s an opportunity for extra income.
Older Australians looking for a rewarding and important casual job over the next few weeks should consider contacting the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC).
The AEC has put out a call for booth workers for various periods of time, including in the lead-up to the 3 May poll, on the day, and for a short time afterwards.
According to the AEC, a federal election typically creates more than 100,000 jobs across the country, in cities, regional centres, and remote areas.
“To reflect the diverse community we serve, the AEC welcomes people from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability,” it says in a statement.
Joining the election “delivery team” means contributing to your community and Australia’s democracy and affords you the opportunity to meet people in your local area.
At the same time, you can:
Earn income on a casual basis – up to seven weeks of work depending on the role
Receive paid training
Learn new and transferrable skills, such as customer service, leadership, and operational delivery
Achieve work experience for your resume and potential references.
Pay rates range from $30.14 to $36.64, this range includes the base hourly rate plus 25% loading. Overtime incurs a 50% or 100% loading.
If you are interested, refer to the AEC website for employment terms and conditions (see part C and D for the types of pay).
Register now if you are interested in working at the upcoming federal election.
Note from National Seniors Australia: NSA continues to advocate for an exemption of income from the pension means test for pensioners who choose or need to work.
Pensioners need to be mindful, under the current rules, of the implications for their pension payments of any work they may do.
