Democratic Services Officer
- Posted 24 June 2024
- Salary Negotiable dependent upon experience
- LocationDerbyshire
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Legal & Governance Recruitment
- ReferencePROF_46218
- Contact NameEhren Smith
Job description
Our client, based in Derbyshire, is currently recruiting for a Democratic Services Officer on a three-month temporary contract, with the view to go permanent thereafter.
The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.
The ideal candidate will have Democratic Services experience, though our client is able to consider candidates with translatable secretariat support/committee experience.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Supporting the Council’s decision-making processes, including organising and attending meetings and taking minutes
- Working closely with Members, the Chief Executive, the Senior Management Team and other relevent internal stakeholders
- Provide high level democratic services support and advice to committees, panels including consultation meetings, and working groups
- Supporting to colleagues in the elections team and covering phones at busy times and assisting in the management of civic and ceremonial events, as required
Experience required:
- Democratic Services experience – Highly Desirable
- Minute taking experience - Essential
Working hours:
- 35 hours per week
- Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
- Evening Meetings
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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