Strategic Relationships and Democracy Manager
Strategic Relationships and Democracy Manager
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Job Description
Position: Strategic Relationships and Democracy Manager
Location: Basildon Essex (Hybrid)
Role: Temporary & Full Time
Duration: Ongoing
Rate: Up to 35 per hour depending on experience
The Role
You will provide strategic direction and management of the Chief Executives and Committee Civic and Member Support functions providing personal support to the Chief Executive and Leader of the Council navigating through a complex and demanding political environment. In addition you will support the Executive Director of Resources & Governance and the Assistant Director of Legal & Democracy in making arrangements to ensure that the Councils governance arrangements are legally compliant and fit for purpose applying detailed and relevant knowledge of local government legislation and local procedures and policies where appropriate.
In this pivotal role you will lead the team to provide proactive collaborative consistent and effective support to the Chief Executive Corporate Leadership Team (CLT) and Leader of the Council to facilitate achievement of the Corporate Plan and other significant corporate priorities.
The successful candidate will recognise the highprofile nature of the work of the CLT and ensure that all work emanating from this source is of the highest standard. This includes being aware of the main issues facing the Council and recognising the need to be aware of any particularly sensitive issues and dealing with them appropriately.
What are we looking for
Previous experience within a local authority/ public sector setting in a similar job role
Ability to present to a wide range of stakeholders
Expertise and comprehensive knowledge of local authority decisionmaking and governance arrangements and able to advise senior officers and Councillors on the constitutional requirements of the councils decision making
Strong political awareness identifying issues and risks and ensuring lead officers and members are briefed on relevant matters
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
Previous experience writing comprehensive reports for consideration by the Corporate Leadership Team and at Council Cabinet and Committee meetings
Effective line management skills leading by example with the ability to motivate and nurture team members
Working Hours
This is a fulltime position with 36.25 working hours per week. Please note this is hybrid working opportunity with the expectation of being in the office at least 3 days per week as well as for evening meetings as and when required.
Employment Type
Full Time
