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	<title>Opportunities &#187; Democratic Services</title>
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		<title>Democratic and Electoral Services Officer</title>
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		<category><![CDATA[South Bucks District Council]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[We have an exciting new vacancy that brings Democratic and Electoral Services together within our corporate team. With the growing requirements to make democratic and electoral
processes more open and transparent, means that it is a time of change. The Council is looking for someone who embraces change, accepts challenges and is keen to go the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have an exciting new vacancy that brings Democratic and Electoral Services together within our corporate team. With the growing requirements to make democratic and electoral</p>
<p>processes more open and transparent, means that it is a time of change. The Council is looking for someone who embraces change, accepts challenges and is keen to go the extra mile.</p>
<p>You will need to be a flexible team player with excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills, political awareness, a confident and positive disposition and the ability to work with people at all levels, and be proficient in the use of ICT.</p>
<p>For this post you will have an understanding and knowledge of local government and how democracy works.</p>
<p>If you feel you are interested by the challenges this post offers and you would like an informal chat about the post please telephone Kulvinder Tumber, Democratic &amp; Electoral Services Manager on 01895 837225.</p>
<p>Application forms and further details are available by telephoning the Personnel Unit on 01895 837287 (24-hour answerphone) e-mail: <a href="mailto:personnel@southbucks.gov.uk">personnel@southbucks.gov.uk</a> by writing to: The Personnel Unit, South Bucks District Council, Capswood, Oxford Road, Denham, Bucks, UB9 4LH Or on our website <a href="http://jobs.southbucks.gov.uk/vacancydetail.aspx?vacancy_id=116" target="_blank">jobs.southbucks.gov.uk</a></p>
<p>The closing date for applications is September 13th 2010</p>
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		<title>Democratic Services Officer</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:12:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Northampton Borough Council has ambitions to be among the best Councils in terms of public service by 2013, and it can only achieve this with a forward-thinking, customer-facing Democratic Services team to support, enhance and promote the Council’s decision-making processes.
We are looking for two bright and enthusiastic team players, who excel at providing excellent customer [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Northampton Borough Council has ambitions to be among the best Councils in terms of public service by 2013, and it can only achieve this with a forward-thinking, customer-facing Democratic Services team to support, enhance and promote the Council’s decision-making processes.</p>
<p>We are looking for two bright and enthusiastic team players, who excel at providing excellent customer service and contributing new ideas. Applicants will need a high standard of communication skills (both written and verbal) and excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to respond positively to pressure, meet tight deadlines and the confidence and initiative to manage their own workload.</p>
<p>It goes without saying that this politically restricted post requires an awareness of and sensitivity to the political environment of committee administration.</p>
<p>If you feel you have the relevant comparable experience of supporting formal meetings, and most importantly a can-do attitude and an eagerness to deliver excellent customer service in a demanding and ever-changing environment, we look forward to receiving your application.</p>
<p>Ultimately, your salary will depend on experience, knowledge and the level of duties you are able to undertake so we are expecting interest from a wide range of applicants. You will be required to attend evening meetings for which time-off in lieu will be given.</p>
<p>The Council operates a flexi-time scheme.</p>
<p><strong>Closing date: 17th September 2010.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Interview date: w/c 27th September 2010.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Apply online at </strong><a href="http://www.northampton.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.northampton.gov.uk</a> <strong>or telephone our recruitment line on 01604 837529 quoting the relevant reference number. Alternatively email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@northampton.gov.uk">recruitment@northampton.gov.uk</a></strong></p>
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