Electoral Assistant

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Electoral Assistant
Esher
Contract
£15.97 per hour

Our client is looking for an experienced Electoral Assistant.

1 To assist in the compilation and maintenance of an annual Register of Electors making changes under the Individual Electoral Registration.

2 To assist in the preparation and delivery of fair, open and transparent elections, by-elections and referenda in accordance with statutory requirements and timetables.
3 To assist in the compilation and maintenance of an annual Register of Electors through processing individual voter registration forms during the annual canvass and monthly updates, to meet statutory requirements, including scanning, data input and system checks, and effectively dealing with enquiries.

4 To assist in the registration of “special category” voters e.g. absent voters, overseas voters and foreign nationals.

Experience of using ICT systems and software.

Experience of effectively communicating with the public.

Experience of working in an elections office.

Key requirements
Competent IT user able to learn and use different packages and systems.

Ability to communicate effectively with Members of the Council, officers and the public demonstrating strong customer service skills.

Able to work efficiently to deadlines whilst ensuring a high level of attention to detail.

Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer.