Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services

JR United Kingdom; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority seeks a Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services to manage electoral functions and collaborate with various stakeholders. This hybrid role offers flexibility and requires significant leadership experience in the public sector. Ideal for candidates with expertise in managing politically sensitive issues and delivering projects.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading a democratic and/or elections service.
• Previous experience as a Monitoring Officer in the public sector.
• Understanding of legislation relevant to Electoral and Democratic processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage democratic and electoral functions of the local authority.
• Collaborate with public, private, and third sector partners.
• Deliver on Corporate and Service Specific Policies and Strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Job description

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Monitoring Officer and Head of Democratic and Electoral Services, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: Sellick Partnership

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 28.06.2025

Expiry Date: 12.08.2025

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 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:

• 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 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 offers hybrid working with one day a week in the office, but they can be flexible for the right candidate.

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