Your new company Hays are working with a reputable public sector organisation to recruit for a Governance and Democratic Services Manager on a temporary basis. Your new role Strategic and Operational Management: Lead the delivery of efficient democratic services and oversee the planning and execution of civic and ceremonial events. Advice and Guidance: Provide expert advice to councillors and officers on governance, decision-making processes, and procedural rules. Council and Committee Meetings: Manage agenda preparation, paper distribution, meeting logistics, and follow-up actions, ensuring compliance with procedures. Agenda Planning and Forward Work Plans: Coordinate agenda planning and develop forward work plans to support timely and effective decision-making. Stakeholder Management: Foster strong working relationships with internal teams, elected members, and external bodies on democratic service matters Line Management: Lead and support assigned staff, ensuring effective service delivery and continuous professional development. Training and Development Plans: Design and implement training programmes for elected members and staff, including inductions and personal development plans. Member Support: Oversee administrative and support services for elected members, acting as a central contact point for queries and issues. Scrutiny Function: Support the planning and delivery of scrutiny work, including research, meeting support, and report writing. Council Constitution: Assist in reviewing and updating governance documents to ensure legal compliance and operational clarity. Reporting and Assurance: Draft key reports and provide assurance on governance and compliance to senior management. Project Management: Lead the development and delivery of relevant projects and programmes. Elections: Support the organisation and delivery of elections, including advice on proportionality and committee representation. Continuous Improvement: Evaluate and refine processes to enhance service efficiency and effectiveness. Budget Management: Manage and report on budgets, ensuring alignment with policies and strategic priorities. Confidentiality and Reputation of Council: Maintain confidentiality and uphold the organisation's reputation in all communications and records Recruitment and Selection: Participate in recruitment processes as required. Deputise: Act on behalf of senior managers when necessary. What you'll need to succeed A degree in any discipline and can demonstrate 3 years' experience in the areas belowORCan demonstrate 5 years' experience in the areas below: Experience of democratic governance processes and committee management in a local authority or in a complex organisation. Working effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders to establish, maintain and support the delivery of corporate outcomes. Leading and managing a team to achieve organisational objectives. A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a vehicle What you'll get in return £28.49 per hour Temporary for 3 months Full time hours (37 Mon-Fri) Immediate start Mid and East Antrim Area What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Governance and Democratic Services Manager Temporary £28.49 per hour Benefits: £28.49 per hour