Democratic Services Officer

Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a Client based in Tendring, are looking for an experienced Democratic Services Officer to join their team and play a crucial role within theirCouncil, Cabinet, Committees, Sub-Committees, Working Parties and Panels operations.

Position: Democratic Services Officer
Rate: £22.71 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract Duration: Temp (1 month) Possible Extension
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Purpose:

• To provide information and advice to Councillors and other officers on Council procedures and protocols and the requirements of the Council's Constitution.

Job Responsibilities:

• Checking draft reports against agreed standards and providing advice to report authors on those standards generally and in relation to specific draft reports.
• Collating reports from Assistant Directors, Heads of Service and other report authors and preparing and publishing agendas for Council, Cabinet, Committees, Sub-Committees and other Councillor-level Groups.
• To provide efficient administrative support to Council, Cabinet, Committees, Sub-Committees, Working Parties and Panels.

JobRequirements:

• Previous Local Government experience or knowledge of Local Government functions and legislation.
• You will be required to be able to drive and to have access to a car for work purposes and a full driving licence is essential.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.