Fox Morris Group are working to recruit a Senior Democratic Services Officer
Purpose of the Role
* Manages the day to day operation of the Democratic Services team ensuring effective allocation of staff to the comprehensive range of tasks needed to support the democratic process.
* Ensures servicing of meetings relating to the democratic process as assigned including committees, task and finish groups and working groups. This involves the electronic preparation of agendas, reports and minutes.
* To be the Lead Scrutiny Officer in the delivery of a comprehensive high quality scrutiny support service and support the operation of an effective overview and scrutiny service.
* Engage in effective communication with those Councillors engaged in the scrutiny functions of future areas for potential investigation or inclusion on the Annual Work Programme.
* To undertake the provision of research in line with any agreed scrutiny topics as directed by any Scrutiny Committee. Delivering draft findings, options, recommendations, or committee reports in a timely manner.
Experience:
* Association of Democratic Services Officers Diploma; or similar knowledge gained through senior experience in a Democratic Services team.
* Excellent verbal communication skills to communicate in a clear, concise and diplomatic manner with councillors, officers at all levels and with members of the public.
* Use of initiative and the ability to work without supervision.
* Flexible approach to work. A willingness to work outside of office hours to attend evening meetings and adapt to change.
* Written communication skills to prepare reports and agendas for Council, Cabinet, Committees, task groups and working groups and prepare minutes of these meetings – all using Microsoft Word.
IF YOU WISH TO APPLY PLEASE RESPOND FIRSTLY WITH AN UP TO DATE CV, AVAILABILITY/ NOTICE PERIOD, THE ROLE YOU WOULD LIKE TO APPLY FOR & THE HOURLY RATE YOU REQUIRE.
We do not hold CV’s on file without first speaking
Salary description
£18.00 - £24.00 per hour