Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services

JR United Kingdom; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Authority in Doncaster seeks an experienced Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services for an interim position. This hybrid role involves leading democratic functions, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring effective policy delivery. Candidates should possess significant public sector experience and the ability to manage politically sensitive matters.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading democratic/elections service.
• Previous experience in managing politically sensitive issues.
• Ability to analyze and present complex information.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage democratic and electoral functions.
• Collaborate with local authority services and external partners.
• Ensure delivery of Corporate Plan to maximum potential.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Political Awareness

Education

Experience in public sector/local authorities

Experience as Monitoring Officer

Job description

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Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services, doncaster

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Client:

Sellick Partnership

Location:

doncaster, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services

Hybrid Working

About the Role:

Sellick Partnership is looking for a Monitoring Officer and 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 Monitoring Officer and 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 Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services :

• Significant experience leading a democratic and/or elections service
• Previous experience working as a Monitoring Officer
• 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.