Job Description

Details

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Reference number

416606

Salary

43,785 - 51,839
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Senior Executive Officer

Contract type

Fixed term

Length of employment

12 months

Business area

The Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru (DBCC) is a statutory body sponsored by Welsh Government and has statutory functions which are set out in the Local Government (Democracy) (Wales) Act 2013 (as amended), the Senedd Cymru (Members and Elections)

Type of role

Administration / Corporate Support

Governance

Policy

Working pattern

Flexible working, Part-time

Number of jobs available

1

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Cardiff, Wales, CF10 3NQ

About the job

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Job summary

It is your role to act as Senior Elections Manager and lead on the DBCC's programme of work relating to the co-ordination of the administration of Welsh elections and referendums. The postholder is responsible to the Head of Democratic Health and will provide advice on elections, electoral registration and electoral reform to support DBCC in the delivery of its functions.

Job description

Provide support to the programme of work of DBCC and BCW relating to the EMB function, including (but not limited to) assisting returning officers, electoral registration officers and local authorities in carrying out their functions in relation to Welsh elections and referendums and promoting best practice in the administration of Welsh elections and referendums. Support the design of programmes relating to the co-ordination of elections for DBCC and BCW. Support the Head of Democratic Health in reporting progress and assessment of election-related risks to DBCC, BCW and EMB To work collaboratively with the Senior Communications and Engagement Manager and the Senior Democratic Health Policy Manager Implement lessons learned by developing policy and practice across the EMB function Provide elections expertise for DBCC, BCW and EMB Monitoring risks and issues, using initiative to respond to minor day to day changes in priorities and escalating where necessary. Coordinate and obtain specialist advice for the Chief Executive, Commissioners, EMB, Principal Councils, Welsh Government, UK Government, the media and the public on matters relating to elections and electoral registration, when required. To support the Chief Executive by contributing to research, drafting papers (for internal use or for consideration by Commissioners or staff) and preparing and making presentations to internal and external stakeholders on related issues Represent DBCC, BCW and EMB at meetings with stakeholders as required. Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders. Lead on the election delivery workstream as part of the Secretariat support to the EMB Co-ordinate and support the work of the sub-committees relating to the EMB Support the Head of Democratic Health in the delivery of regular briefing events throughout the year for Returning Officers and their staff Provide expert input in relation to consultation responses for matters relating to elections and electoral registration Other general duties

Person specification

Job Specific Criteria (essential):

An understanding of the structure and organisation of local, national and UK government and the underlying legislation. Experience of delivering elections and electoral registration in the UK. Experience of reading and applying legislation. Experience of delivering at pace whilst ensuring quality. The ability to develop and nurture effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration to get business done. Problem solving skills, including consideration of a wide variety of stakeholder needs Experience of drafting high quality written policy documents which focus on attention to detail and adapt to engage with various stakeholders Association of Electoral Administrators Certificate in Electoral Administration Educated to degree level or equivalent

Job Specific Criteria (desirable):

Welsh Speaker Experience of working in a regulatory environment

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:


Seeing the Big Picture Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Leadership Communicating and Influencing Working Together Managing a Quality Service Delivering at Pace

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 43,785, Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru contributes 12,684 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours.
Applications (CV and covering letter which includes how you demonstrate the competencies), should be submitted via Civil Service Jobs by 08/08/25.


Sift - date to be arranged.


Interview - date to be arranged.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.



We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Mark Pascoe Email : vacancies@dbcc.gov.wales Telephone : 02920 464 819
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Recruitment team

* Email : vacancies@dbcc.gov.wales