R2R103257 - 106600 - Governance Services Lead Officer

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Your new role:
An exciting opportunity to join Southend on Sea City Council on a permanent and part time basis ( 0.6 FTE - 3 days per week) as the Governance Services Lead Officer (Southend on Sea Governance Service).
We are looking for someone that will be able to lead on the design, development, management, and delivery of Governor Services for Southend, working with a wide range of stakeholders including school leaders, governors and governance professionals/clerks. The successful candidate will be the lead for the service to deliver and manage the activities of the Governance Service, to meet statutory and service requirements. The role will provide effective strategic and day to day leadership, to enable the outcomes to be met. There is a commissioning role, as well as hands on delivery to support professional development of governance across the City.
The successful candidate will be based at the Civic Centre (at least 2 days per week), agile work including schools across Southend with a willingness to travel privately or by public transport or work from home (as agreed). What you'll need to succeed:
The successful candidate will be proven to work flexibly with key stakeholders, including professionals and schools. Proven leadership and management skills and experience are to be demonstrated. You will be enthusiastic and self-motivated with the ability to engage with key stakeholders to ensure outcomes for governance are met. You will be passionate about ensuring that governance is high quality music to meet and develop volunteer and staff. What you'll get in return

Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.