Head of Democratic & Electoral Services

Sellick Partnership; Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sellick Partnership seeks a Head of Democratic and Electoral Services for a Local Authority on an interim basis. This hybrid role involves leading and managing democratic functions, collaborating across sectors, and ensuring effective implementation of policies. Candidates should have significant public sector experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading a democratic and/or elections service.
• Experience working in the public sector/local authorities.
• Understanding of legislation and standards relevant to Electoral and Democratic processes.

Responsibilities

• Organising and managing democratic and electoral functions of the local authority.
• Delivering Corporate and Service Specific Policies and Strategies.
• Managing member complaints and attending cabinet meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Political Understanding

Analytical Skills

Job description

Head of Democratic and Electoral Services

Hybrid Working

£400-550 per day

About the Role:

Sellick Partnership is looking for a Head of Democratic and Electoral Services to join a Local Authority on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected team.

Key Responsibilities of the Head of Democratic and Electoral Services include:

• The organisation and management of the democratic and electoral functions of the local authority
• To take an active role in delivering Corporate and Service Specific Policies and Strategies
• To work in collaboration with the local authority's services as well as public, private, and third sector partners
• To ensure the local authority's Corporate Plan is delivered to maximum potential
• Dealing with member complaints
• Attending full cabinet meetings

Key Skills and Experience of the Head of Democratic and Electoral Services :

• Significant experience leading a democratic and/or elections service
• Previous experience working in the public sector/local authorities
• Previous experience working in a political environment, understanding political processes and competently managing politically sensitive issues
• Experience planning, delivering, and managing projects
• Significant understanding of legislation and standards relevant to Electoral and Democratic processes
• Efficient leadership and management skills
• Ability to analyse and present complex information to a wide audience

Our client is offering hybrid working with one day a week in the office, however they can be flexible for the right candidate.

If you would like to have a confidential chat about this role then please contact Sara Robinson in our Manchester office.

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