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Democratic Services Officer - Temporary

Noble Recruiting
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Rochford, Essex SS4 1EA

Salary

£24 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • A local council in Rochford is seeking a Democratic Services Officer for a temporary full-time position lasting 3 months.
  • The role offers a salary of £24.00 per hour and requires specialist knowledge in local government democratic processes.
  • Candidates should have experience in report writing, preferably with committee reports, to effectively prepare agendas, reports, and minutes for council meetings.
  • Responsibilities include supporting the Review Committee, managing projects, and administering the Independent Remuneration Panel.
  • This position also involves providing advice to members and officers, as well as assisting with the development of training programs for Review Committee Members.

Democratic Services Officer

Temporary, Full Time (3 Months)

£24.00 per hour

Location: Rochford

A local council are in search of a Democratic Service Officer who will be required to attend council and committee meetings as the Committee Administration, prepare the agenda, reports, minutes, and notices of policy decisions. You will take appropriate action to implement the decisions made by the committee and provide comprehensive support and impartial advice to the Review Committee and Working Groups.

Responsibilities:

  • To work with the Review Committee to develop an annual work programme and plan and manage Review Committee projects, including: scoping; research; managing attendance and examination of contributors at meetings; preparation of reports and documentary evidence.
  • To produce a Review Committee Annual Report.
  • To give advice and support to Members and officers as necessary
  • To deputise for the Principal Democratic & Corporate Services Officer in dealing with queries from elected Members or the Leadership Team and the delivery of functions within this service.
  • Administration of the Independent Remuneration Panel (Member Allowances) including working with external members of the panel and advising on remuneration guidelines.
  • To maintain various Statutory Registers associated with the law and practice of meetings.
  • To assist with the work connected with the Annual Meeting of the Council, including the preparation of reports and liaison with Group Leaders on issues relating to membership of Committees and Sub-Committees.
  • To assist in the development and delivery of an annual Member induction and competency training programme and assist with the identification and provision of appropriate training and development opportunities for Review Committee Members.

Your Experience:

  • Specialist knowledge in local government democratic processes
  • Experience of report writing (preferably committee reports)

Important Notice: Noble Recruiting Limited, located in Billericay, Essex, is an equal opportunities employer. With over 15 years of experience, we specialise in both permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, your details will be processed by Noble Recruiting Limited. For details on how we handle your information, please refer to our Privacy Policy on our website.

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