Head of Secretariat
London with hybrid working
About the Organisation
Our client believes there is a need to put more power, resources, and decision making into the hands of communities. They do this by trusting people.
Their programme demonstrates the value of long-term, unconditional, resident-led funding through supporting communities to make their areas better places to live. They commit funds at the outset, and then support residents to develop their own plans to spend the funding in ways that they collectively agree will improve their area and the lives of those living there. They draw on the learning from their work to promote a wider transformation in the way policy-makers, funders and others engage with communities and places.
They are now looking for a Head of Secretariat to join them on a full-time basis for an 18-month fixed-term contract, working 36 hours per week.
The Benefits
- Salary of £64,000 - £67,000 depending on experience (pro rata)
- 25 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays, with three additional days for office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Salary exchange pension plan with a 10% employer contribution
- Excellent development opportunities
- Time off for volunteering (two days per annum)
- Interest-free travel season ticket loan
This is a unique opportunity for a motivated and experienced leader with experience gained in a public policy area, strong delivery drive, political sensitivity, and a passion for community-led change to join our client’s dedicated team.
You will play a critical, leading role in their organisation providing exceptional support to the Chair and Commissioners and leading a dynamic team to achieve impactful outcomes.
The Role
As a Head of Secretariat, you will lead the team that will provide the independent secretariat to our client’s new initiative.
You will develop and manage the evidence-focused approach, oversee the gathering and summarising of evidence, and organise stakeholder and launch events.
Engaging with key stakeholders, local government, and beyond, you will ensure their work is impactful and well-received.
Additionally, you will:
- Co-ordinate meetings and manage relationships with stakeholders
- Draft outputs
- Run an ‘expert by experience’ advisory group
- Organise and deliver evidence sessions, roundtables, and hearings
About You
To be considered as a Head of Secretariat, you will need:
- Experience working on public policy in a relevant area
- Experience managing a delivery-focused team
- Demonstrable experience managing press and media relationships
- The ability to exercise political sensitivity and build strong relationships of trust
- Excellent writing, analytical, and verbal presentation skills
- A degree-level education or equivalent
The closing date for this role is 11th September 2024.
So, if you want to contribute to our client’s mission as a Head of Secretariat, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
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