Senior Democratic Services Officer (Temporary Contract)

Our client, based in Berkshire, is currently recruiting for a Senior Democratic Services Officer on a temporary basis.

The start date is negotiable and the contracted hours are 37.5 hour a week and the hourly rate is negotioable dependent upon experience.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in a Local Government setting, and will be able to commit to 2-3 days a week in office.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Servicing the allotted committees, panels and bodies to ensure that all meetings comply with relevant legislation, council constitution, practices and procedures
• Contribute to the effective management and development of meeting work programmes and agenda planning, including managing the planning and delivery of work programmes, workloads and forwards plans
• Compile agenda reports, minutes and notes and distribute to stake holders in a timely manner
• Assist in the development of project work, working with colleagues to provide information and feedback
• Keep abreast of development in Local Government administrative law and practice, driving continuous improvement in decision making process

Experience required:

• Experience required in Local Government
• Extensive experience required in a Governance Officer Role

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Minute taking
• Complex diary management
• Agenda planning, co-ordination monitoring

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working days

Working hours:

• 37.5 hours per week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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