Political Assistant
3 roles available :
12 month opportunity (potential to extend further)
This will be offered as a Fixed Term Contract / Secondment for BCC Employees
This will be offered as a Fixed Term Contract for external applicants.
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Equal Pay Programme
Working 36.5 hours per week
About the role
Do you have political or local government experience
Are you confident dealing with the press and providing political advice to senior local politicians We are looking to recruitPolitical Assistants for the Reform Party The Green Party and the Conservative Party.
Are you a member of the above Parties or do you share the partys beliefs and values
The is a unique role within the Council directly supporting the chosen political group.
You will draft and present reports provide high quality support plan agendas attend and minute meetings and liaise with outside bodies and the press on behalf of the group. You will build relationships with the local press and proactively ensure that the groups messages are developed and communicated widely.
At the same time you will ensure that key decisions from Group meetings are swiftly implemented and proactively identify issues of political interest whilst supporting councillors with public speaking engagements and formal council questions and motions
About you
You will be a strong self-starter able to work alone with a good understanding of local government and current issues in Birmingham. You should be able to give sound clear advice on complex issues with a high degree of political sensitivity.
You should be able to act at pace and work effectively with elected members senior officers within the Council and external stakeholders.
Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application this is required for shortlisting.
PLEASE ENSURE YOU CLEARLY INDICATE ON YOUR CV THE POLITICAL PARTY ROLE YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR.
Unfortunately we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer andwe arecommitted to employing retaining and developing all of our people.
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments additional support accessibility needs or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
For any informal enquires please contact the Resourcing Team <>
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.
Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy Birmingham City Council here.
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