Senior Democratic Services Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Grade G £38,220 to £41,771 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Havant, PO9 2AX |
| Cwmni: | Havant Borough & East Hampshire District Councils |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 175 |
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The Role
As our Senior Democratic Services Officer, you will join our motivated and hardworking Democratic & Electoral Services Team which
provides support to elected members within the Council’s decision-making process and also has responsibility for elections and
electoral registration.
This role works on the democratic services side of the Team and you will be responsible for servicing formal and informal member
and officer level meetings across the Council, with your main responsibilities leading the Democratic Services team and provide
expert advice and guidance to senior officers and elected members. Deputising from time to time for the Service Manager you will
work closely with the operational lead over service delivery.
To succeed you will need to be a seasoned line manager who is flexible and adaptable, with excellent written and oral
communications skills. The ability to work to a high standard and to tight deadlines with attention to detail is essential, as is
a thorough understanding of local government decision-making with the associated technical knowledge of appropriate legislation.
You will also possess excellent research, data analysis and report writing skills.
Attendance at evening meetings held at the civic offices will be required as part of this role. Education to at least A level
standard and a recognised qualification is Democratic Services is required, along with minute taking experience and
the ability to foster productive working relationships with members and officers at all levels within the authorities.
What we offer
* A competitive salary
* Support for your continuous professional development
* Generous Leave Allowance
* Free Parking
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible working/Hybrid working to support your work-life balance
* Family Friendly Packages
* A comprehensive benefits package, find out more on our website www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers
[https://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers]
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Jenni Harding, Democratic & Electoral Services Manager on 02392 446234
To Apply
Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4) minutes. Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting
statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful – www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now]. We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a
supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile.
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 7 December 2025.
Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to
acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing
date.
We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of
all backgrounds and experiences. www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity]
The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview
Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and
expects all staff members to share this commitment.
Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be
expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
The Role
As our Senior Democratic Services Officer, you will join our motivated and hardworking Democratic & Electoral Services Team which
provides support to elected members within the Council’s decision-making process and also has responsibility for elections and
electoral registration.
This role works on the democratic services side of the Team and you will be responsible for servicing formal and informal member
and officer level meetings across the Council, with your main responsibilities leading the Democratic Services team and provide
expert advice and guidance to senior officers and elected members. Deputising from time to time for the Service Manager you will
work closely with the operational lead over service delivery.
To succeed you will need to be a seasoned line manager who is flexible and adaptable, with excellent written and oral
communications skills. The ability to work to a high standard and to tight deadlines with attention to detail is essential, as is
a thorough understanding of local government decision-making with the associated technical knowledge of appropriate legislation.
You will also possess excellent research, data analysis and report writing skills.
Attendance at evening meetings held at the civic offices will be required as part of this role. Education to at least A level
standard and a recognised qualification is Democratic Services is required, along with minute taking experience and
the ability to foster productive working relationships with members and officers at all levels within the authorities.
What we offer
* A competitive salary
* Support for your continuous professional development
* Generous Leave Allowance
* Free Parking
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible working/Hybrid working to support your work-life balance
* Family Friendly Packages
* A comprehensive benefits package, find out more on our website www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers
[https://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers]
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Jenni Harding, Democratic & Electoral Services Manager on 02392 446234
To Apply
Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4) minutes. Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting
statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful – www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now]. We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a
supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile.
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 7 December 2025.
Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to
acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing
date.
We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of
all backgrounds and experiences. www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity]
The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview
Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and
expects all staff members to share this commitment.
Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be
expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
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