VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of a Committee Support Officer to join their team based in Newtownabbey.What's in it for you?£20.29 per hourOpportunity to work within a large public sector organisationVaried role supporting Council, Committee and Member Services functionsExposure to governance, democratic services and public administrationAbout your next employerYou'll be joining a progressive local authority within its Finance and Governance function. The Member Services team plays a vital role in supporting elected representatives, facilitating committee processes and ensuring the effective administration of Council business.About youMinimum of 2 years' relevant administrative or clerical experienceExperience preparing agendas, reports, minutes and correspondenceStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing prioritiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to work independently and maintain confidentialityExperience supporting meetings and committee administration (desirable)Knowledge of governance or committee procedures (desirable)Full driving licence (or access to suitable transport)What you'll doProvide confidential administrative support to elected members and Council committeesCoordinate agendas, reports, meeting papers and committee documentationAttend meetings, record proceedings and prepare accurate minutesManage paperless meeting systems and document circulation processesMaintain records relating to member attendance, committees and declarationsCoordinate meeting logistics, room bookings and virtual meeting arrangementsSupport Freedom of Information requests and governance reporting requirementsAssist with mayoral and civic administration activitiesArrange member travel, accommodation and conference attendanceMaintain calendars, records and administrative systemsLiaise with internal departments, elected members and external stakeholdersDeliver a high standard of customer service and administrative support throughout the organisationFor further information on this opportunity, or any other position in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Conor Birch in the strictest confidence.Some positive candidate feedback we've received- 'VANRATH were very easy to work with, personable and knew what questions to ask to find me the right role. Would highly recommend.'' ''I would highly recommend Vanrath. Very quick response to my application. They have been extremely dedicated to finding me a role that was best suited to my future career development.'' ''Would highly recommend Vanrath. After uploading my cv I was contacted the next day and they were able to find a permanent suitable role for me very quickly. They were very helpful and supportive through the entire interview process and were able to negotiate a very good job offer which I was delighted with.''IND04Skills:Administration Minute Taking Governance Support Meeting Coordination Public SectorBenefits:Additional BenefitsWHJS1_NI