Electoral Services Assistant

At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference.

 

The Electoral Services Team is responsible for administering elections and referendums held within the Arun District and for maintaining the Register of Electors.  We are looking for someone to join the Team to play an active role in supporting the Electoral Services Manager and the Electoral Services Team.

We are seeking candidates with a strong administrative background, excellent IT skills and experience of working with database systems.  Experience of using the XPRESS electoral management software is essential, excellent communication skills; be methodical in your approach to your work; and be self-motivated.

We offer a positive team environment, the opportunity to learn new skills and, most importantly, a chance for you to be involved in local democracy.

For more information about joining the Electoral Services Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage). 

 

We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see Why work for Arun for more information on what Arun offers their employees.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.

 

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CLOSING DATE: 5 January 2025

INTERVIEW DATE: to be confirmed