Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Supporting Members of Parliament with research and insight relating to Parliamentary activities Proactively identifying issues and identifying new angles with a view of driving them in the media and maximising communication outcomes on these said issues Conducting research/research-related tasks that will support the Party, and coordinating with other structures to ensure optimal support Becoming a subject expert on assigned areas through conducting comprehensive research

Please submit your application by 05 January 2026 to be considered for this role, noting that any application that does not include the required or correct documentation, will not be considered.

Minimum requirements:

Bachelor's degree Post-graduate qualification (advantageous) Research experience in an academic or professional setting Computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite and Zoom

Skills

Research Written and verbal communication Time management and organisation Administration and attention to detail Strong political acumen and understanding of the national landscape

Abilities

Manage multiple tasks with competing levels of priority Use initiative in high-pressure situations Distil complex information into clear language Be outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated Work well under pressure Work independently and without supervision Good judgement, situational awareness, and emotional intelligence Work effectively and energetically around a demanding work schedule, including working irregular hours on a frequent basis

Knowledge and commitment:

Knowledge of the political and legislative framework and dynamics Knowledge of the DA and a liberal philosophy Knowledge of Parliament and its procedures Knowledge of the local, provincial and national political and legislative framework and dynamics Commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance * Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary