About this role
Members of Parliament represent the interests of people in a constituency as their elected member to national, state or territory parliament.
What you might do day-to-day in this job
Typical tasks for a Members of Parliament include:
- develops policy, and formulates, amends and repeals legislation and by-laws
- helps constituents with a range of problems particularly with regard to matters concerning government and local agencies
- investigates matters of concern to the public and to particular persons and groups
- introduces proposals for government action and represents public and electoral interests
- issues policy directions to government departments and exercises control over local government authorities
- attends community functions and meetings of local groups to provide service to the community, gauge public opinion and provide information on government plans
- may serve as a member on parliamentary committees and inquiries
- may present petitions on behalf of concerned groups.
Courses that can lead to a career as a Members of Parliament
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- 18 months – 2 years
- Cost varies
- No entry requirements
- Partially online
- Part-time may be available