Democratic Services Manager

East Cambridgeshire District Council have an exciting opportunity for a Democratic Services Manager to join their team.

Location: CB7 4EE

Salary: £49,498- £56,426 p.a. (plus 5% Special Responsibility Allowance for the role of Democratic Services Manager)

Job Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 28th of March 2024

About Us:

East Cambridgeshire District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking Council

with a number of exciting initiatives and projects in the pipeline. The Council has two

local authority trading companies, providing extra challenges and opportunities for

the authority.

Democratic Services Manager – The Role:

As Democratic Services Manager, you will advise at the highest levels and bring

continuous improvement. Leading Democratic Services (Elections, Committee

services and members support), you will provide strategic leadership, demonstrate

excellent political awareness and be positive and pragmatic.

Democratic Services Manager – Key Responsibilities:

- Assist and support the Director Legal & Monitoring Officer

- Continually review and refine the Council's Constitution

- Provide proactive and timely advice on procedural and constitutional matters

- Offer support to Members and Officers, especially Lead Officers for committees

Democratic Services Manager – You:

Along with plenty of drive, you will need an administrative qualification (full ICSA,

degree or ADSO Diploma) and preferably experience at a senior level in Democratic

Services and the ability to connect and communicate.

If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental

sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible

and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of

the Investors in the Environment scheme.

Democratic Services Manager – Benefits:

In return, the Council offers a range of benefits including:

- Childcare scheme (in approved cases)

- Flexible working

- Training, development and payment of professional fees

- Occupational health programme

- Holidays, sickness and pension scheme entitlements

Interviews will be held during the week of 8th - 11th April 2024.

Join us in a pivotal role driving democratic engagement within the East Cambridgeshire District. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity as a Democratic Services Manager. Click 'Apply' now to submit your application!