Deputy Democratic Services Manager
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Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
3 months contract with local authority
This role involves leading and managing a team responsible for supporting the Councils decision-making processes including scrutiny and member development while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements. The position is crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the Councils governance and decision-making frameworks. The role also includes deputizing for the Democratic Services Manager and supporting all aspects of democratic services and scrutiny to ensure effective and efficient decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in managing the Councils decision-making processes and governance in compliance with statutory requirements.
- Deputize for the Democratic Services Manager providing cover as needed.
- Support democratic services and scrutiny including committee meetings and the Independent Remuneration Panel.
- Manage the servicing of council and internal meetings setting performance targets and allocating work.
- Build and maintain networks with the public members officers partners and agencies to support committee work and member development programs.
- Provide support advice and guidance on the Councils decision-making processes and democratic participation.
- Support report authors in the decision-making process ensuring reports meet corporate and constitutional standards.
- Oversee the independent panel process for education admission and exclusion appeals.
- Ensure proper arrangements for all council meetings coordinating with relevant teams.
- Support the Democratic Services and Scrutiny team by providing advice and undertaking team activities.
- Communicate effectively with members officers and customers exercising discretion.
- Lead and improve service delivery reviewing procedures promoting democracy and recommending changes.
- Allocate tasks motivate set targets and monitor team performance for effective service delivery.
- Lead Member Development initiatives including new Member induction and ongoing support.
- Implement legislative changes and advise on their implications.
- Liaise with senior officers members and stakeholders with discretion and political sensitivity.
- Ensure compliance with Data Protection Health and Safety legislation and equality of opportunity.
- Promote good race ethnic and community relations.
- Undertake project work as directed by the Democratic Services Manager.
Requirements
Requirements:
- Strong understanding of legislative requirements and governance frameworks.
- Experience in managing and leading teams.
- Excellent communication and networking skills.
- Ability to provide advice and guidance on decision-making processes.
- Experience in organizing and managing meetings and committees.
- Ability to implement and advise on legislative changes.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Commitment to promoting equality and community relations.
- Ability to work with discretion and political sensitivity.
We operate on bi-weekly payment plan
Required Skills:
Requirements: Proven experience in licensing enforcement or a related field within the Government & Public Sector. Strong knowledge of licensing laws regulations and compliance procedures. Excellent analytical and investigative skills. Ability to communicate effectively with the public businesses and other government entities. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in the field. Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for documentation and reporting.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Electro Mechanical
- Instrument Maintenance
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Document Control Management
- E-Commerce
