Local Authority Democratic Services Officer, Greater Manchester

Local Authority Democratic Services Officer, Greater Manchester
Pay rate £23.33 per hour
Contract role, Local Government Democratic Services
We are recruiting for an experienced Democratic Services Officer in Tameside.
This is a contract role, and you will need to have experience in a similar role in a Local Authority setting.
 
Details:

• To act as a senior member of the Democratic Services Team facilitating strong and effective democratic and governance functions within the Council to achieve statutory and constitutional compliance, high standards of ethical conduct and effective stakeholder engagement.
• To provide effective administrative support to all areas of Democratic Services including assisting Elected Members and officers on the Council's Constitution, matters of procedure or other issues as appropriate.
• Advise elected members, officers, representatives of partner organisations and the public on legal/procedural requirements of Council committee and panel meetings.
• Plan forward work programmes for each body and decision-making system, administered in consultation with members/officers to ensure the efficient and effective conduct of that bodies’ business.
• Ensure that proper arrangements are made for all meetings, including the prompt and effective preparation and dispatch of agenda and minutes within strict deadlines; and the efficient conduct of all business of the committee(s) serviced in accordance with all statutory requirements

Experience needed:
·         Experience working within a Democratic Services team
·         Experience of using committee management software
·         Experience of using Electoral Register management software         
 
Whether you’re a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you’ll want to hear about.
 
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:

• Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
  • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
  • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
  • Looked After Children (LAC)
  • Children’s Social Work
  • Adult Social Work
  • Service Manager
  • Head of Service
  • Team Manager
  • Assistant Team Manager
  • A wide range of housing roles
  • Careers in SEND in local authorities

 
Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.