Occupation

121332 Member of Parliament

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

121332 Member of Parliament

Represents the interests of people in a constituency as their elected member to national, state or territory parliament.

Alternative title

  • Parliamentarian

Specialisations

  • Chief Minister
  • Government Minister
  • Member of the Legislative Assembly
  • Member of the Legislative Council
  • Premier
  • Prime Minister
  • Senator

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Represents constituents in parliament
  • Attends and participates in parliamentary sessions
  • Votes on legislation and policies
  • Researches and analyses issues
  • Meets with constituents
  • Advocates for constituents in committees
  • Collaborates with other members on legislation
  • Represents political party or coalition
  • Engages in public communication
  • Stays informed on current events