Committee Officer

2-month contract position with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 2-month contract position with a local authority, aimed at providing high-quality committee and governance support to the Council, Cabinet, Overview and Scrutiny Committees, Regulatory Committees, and other associated bodies, including those operating at arm’s length (e.g., Education Appeal Panels). The role is crucial for ensuring efficient democratic processes by organizing meetings, managing agenda workflows, and delivering accurate administrative and procedural support.

Responsibilities

• Organize, coordinate, and attend committee meetings (both in-person and virtual).
• Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, action logs, and formal decision notices promptly.
• Develop, implement, and manage Agenda Management Plans for assigned committees and bodies.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely submission of reports an...