Vacancy Details

Description

23 hours per week 

Temporary for approx. 12 months 

G07 - £24,491 – £25,991 pro rata  

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join the Electoral Registration/Election Team for the role of Electoral Registration Engagement Officer.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent communication, marketing and public engagement skills to promote voter registration and participation (particularly amongst young voters and foreign nationals). The role involves working with local, regional and national stakeholders to improve voter awareness and promote the importance and relevance of local democracy specifically amongst under-represented groups, linking directly with the Council's commitment to improve diversity in democracy.

Previous experience of working for local government is not essential as full support will be provided to train the successful applicant provided they can demonstrate their willingness to learn and be part of a small, dedicated team committed to providing a high quality service.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the promotion of Welsh electoral franchise changes, to encourage voter registration and participation to Wrexham residents, with a focus on young people and qualified foreign nationals.  You will also be required to provide administrative support across the full range of electoral and election activities ensuing that the Council’s approach is lawful, efficient and effective.

A standard DBS check is required for this position. 

This post can also be offered as a secondment opportunity. Before applying for this as a secondment opportunity, candidates should seek approval to be released from their current post by their Line Manager.  Secondments are available to permanent staff of the Authority only.

The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.

The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.