Electoral Assistant

Sefton Council; Sefton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sefton Council in Sefton, United Kingdom, seeks an administrative assistant to support the publication of the electoral register and the planning of Elections and referenda. You will help prepare and publish the Register of Electors, encourage elector registration, and assist with all election arrangements, including polling stations and count centres.

You will handle equipment, stationery, and temporary staff recruitment, while contributing to improved office procedures and effective public

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and publication and maintenance of the Register of Electors.
• Assist and develop processes to encourage and maximise the registration of electors.
• Assist in the preparations and administration of all elections and referenda.
• Assist in the preparation of all equipment and stationery for use in Polling Stations, Postal Voting and Count Centres for all elections.
• Assist in the selection and appointment of temporary staff engaged on election duties
• Contribute to the development of office systems and the introduction of new technology.
• Deal with appropriate correspondence/telephone calls and communicate effectively with members of the public, Elected Members, other Council Departments and any other agencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

This is a pivotal role at the heart of the elections team. The role is to provide administrative support in the publication of the electoral register and arrangements for Elections and referenda.

The key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the preparation and publication and maintenance of the Register of Electors.
• Assist and develop processes to encourage and maximise the registration of electors.
• Assist in the preparations and administration of all elections and referenda.
• Assist in the preparation of all equipment and stationery for use in Polling Stations, Postal Voting and Count Centres for all elections.
• Assist in the selection and appointment of temporary staff engaged on election duties
• Contribute to the development of office systems and the introduction of new technology.
• Deal with appropriate correspondence/telephone calls and communicate effectively with members of the public, Elected Members, other Council Departments and any other agencies.

This role suits somebody who likes working in a fast-paced environment, has excellent attention to detail, great communication skills, takes pride in delivering a high quality service, and brings energy, adaptability, and a genuine passion for making a difference.

Closing Date - Friday 2nd October

Provisional Interview Date - Thursday 15th October

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applicants.

Equal Opportunities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities.

A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody's identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential.

We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment.

Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.