Role: Electoral Services Manager REF 19126
Contract Length: 3-6 months
Location: Basildon
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: £25.63 - £27.77 per hour
Spinwell is recruiting for an Electoral Services Manager for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ELECTORAL SERVICES MANAGER
To lead and manage the councils electoral services team ensuring that statutory requirements are adhered to and managing the team in undertaking duties relating to the compilation, maintenance and supply of the register of electors for the Basildon Borough.To work in accordance with relevant legislation and guidance and other related duties and reviews, including community governance reviews and polling places reviews.
To be the technical expert for all matters relating to elections and electoral registration.
To be responsible for the preparation and undertaking of the annual electoral canvass, supporting the Returning Officer in the organisation and efficient and effective delivery of all elections held in the Basildon Borough.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE ELECTORAL SERVICES MANAGER
Holds an Association of Electoral Administrators Certificate in Electoral Administration
Experience and knowledge of effective development and maintenance of an Electoral Management System, and control of data held therein.
Experience of dealing with enquiries from the public and giving advice both over the telephone and on a face to face basis
In-depth understanding and knowledge of electoral services and elections management with substantial experience of working in an electoral services environment
An understanding of the political system in the UK and working within a political environment
In-depth knowledge and understanding of wide ranging electoral legislation and the ability to interpret legislation and guidance and develop relevant working practices
The ability to lead and supervise a team
Able to build and maintain relationships and networks
Applies specialist and detailed technical expertise
Develops job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development
Plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances
Ability to cope well under pressure
If you are an Electoral Services Manager, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!
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