Ready to make a real impact on democracy? This is your chance to shape the future of electoral guidance. Join the Electoral Commission as an Electoral Registration Guidance Manager and lead the way in supporting elections across the UK.
Location: London or Remote
Salary: £53,931 (London) and £50,891 (homebased)
Job Type: Full – Time (36 Hrs PW)
Close Date: 4th February at Midday
About Us:
The Electoral Commission is the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK and encourages people to register to vote.
Electoral Registration Guidance Manager – The Role:
The successful applicant will work closely with the Elections Guidance Manager and the Electoral Reform Guidance Manager to lead the Electoral Administration Guidance team in delivering guidance and support to electoral administrators, candidates and agents in line with the Commission’s guidance production and management strategy.
You will also be responsible for the provision of high quality, consistent and timely advice in response to queries from external sources and to support staff in the Commission’s offices in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and across England.
Electoral Registration Guidance Manager – Key Responsibilities:
- Development of appropriate UK-wide, GB-wide, nation and region specific guidance and supporting materials
- Co-ordination of training and briefing programmes for Electoral Registration Officers and their staff
- Management of the administration of the Commission’s electoral registration guidance web pages for electoral administrators
- Manage an internal advice service on electoral registration, supporting administrators and ensuring Commission materials reflect accurate electoral law and practice
- Build and maintain key stakeholder relationships, represent the Commission in meetings, and contribute to responses on electoral registration issues, legislation, and initiatives
Electoral Registration Guidance Manager – You:
- Good first degree or equivalent work experience
- AEA Certificate and/or Diploma, or a willingness to undertake them
- Extensive experience of staff and team management, and good understanding of the importance of the team leadership role in delivering effective outcomes
- Significant experience of developing and maintaining good relationships with stakeholders
- Experience of delivering guidance, training or advice services
- Excellent in-depth knowledge of UK electoral law and practice
- Good IT skills and must be able to use MS Word and Excel
- Strong project planning and time management skills, experienced at managing multiple time pressures and delivering high quality outcomes
- Ability to manage a broad range of cross-cutting functions, understanding the technical detail while focusing on the strategic issues
- Strong oral and interpersonal skills, able to represent the Commission at external meetings and make presentations
Working at the Electoral Commission
The Electoral Commission offers excellent terms and conditions, as an Electoral Registration Guidance Manager, you will benefit from:
- Flexible working hours
- Remote working
- Opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements (dependent on scheme rules)
Application Process:
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We want to attract the broadest range of talented people who are passionate about democracy. The more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of society. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
To apply for the Electoral Registration Guidance Manager position, please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement outlining your relevant skills and experience. Click 'apply' now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 4th February 2025 at 12:00 midday.
Interviews will take place week commencing 10th February 2025. We will confirm details with shortlisted candidates.
