Scrutiny Support Officer Contract Full Time

Scrutiny Support Officer based in Manchester and the rate is £15.17 per hr

This is a full time temporary role

Employer Reference:0005 46EA / 1

This role will involve:

• Ensure that all legal requirements and procedures for the conduct of meetings of the Overview and Scrutiny committees are met and ensure that appropriate records are kept of recommendations made.
• Ensure that Committee meetings are accurately minuted and to be able to advise on meeting procedure and on declarations of interest in line with the constitution.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with elected members and senior officers through providing advice and support to enable them to take effective and sound decisions and to skilfully resolve any conflicts arising. The role holder will provide written and verbal advice and guidance to elected members, officers and the public on the statutory obligations in relation to decision making, the constitution and procedural matters.
• Advise and proactively support the Overview and Scrutiny Committees, Scrutiny Chairs, Co-ordinating group, Members and co-optees to develop and manage an effective member led scrutiny process and assist in the management of the committees work programmes.

 Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to cvs@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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