Summary: The Locum Democratic Services Officer role involves supporting elected members and officers in decision-making processes within a Public Sector organization in the Midlands. The position requires expertise in local government legislation and committee administration, including agenda preparation and minute-taking. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and promotes a flexible hybrid working arrangement. Candidates will engage with various stakeholders to ensure governance and transparency in operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support elected members and officers to ensure effective and efficient decision-making
• Provide expert advice on local government legislation and democratic processes
• Deliver high-quality committee administration, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and report writing
• Support and/or lead scrutiny bodies, assisting elected members in identifying areas for improvement and driving policy change
• Engage with officers and elected members at all levels, ensuring governance and transparency

Key Skills:

• Expertise in local government legislation
• Strong committee administration skills
• Excellent communication and engagement abilities
• Experience in supporting elected members and decision-making processes
• Ability to drive policy change and improvements

Salary (Rate): 30

City: undetermined

Country: England

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other