About The Service
The Performance and Partnerships Service is responsible for a wide range of significant corporate functions which support the Council as a whole, and its public service partners.
It is responsible for supporting the Council to deliver its ambitious agenda by translating political priorities into organisational objectives and monitoring the progress of these objectives with a focus on effective delivery, performance analysis, and providing insight on how the Council can improve.
Based within the People and Communities Directorate, this will be an opportunity to work as part of a talented and dedicated team on a range of public policy issues.
About the job
This is an exciting Cabinet Support Officer role within the Cabinet Office team.
You will provide a comprehensive personal assistance and administrative support to Cabinet Members, working as part of a small team to provide high level, effective support in all aspects of Cabinet Member duties.
The role involves working with a wide range of Council Officers and Directorates and you will experience the fast paced nature of working for Cardiff Council’s Cabinet first hand.
For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Claire Deguara, Cabinet Office Business Manager (CDeguara@cardiff.gov.uk).
What We Are Looking For From You
We are looking for an individual with a good working knowledge of Council Directorates, with the ability to use a range of Microsoft office packages.
You will have experience of successfully working with Elected Members/Senior Politicians and Senior Officers, managing complex diaries and providing comprehensive administrative support, including the management of all aspects of correspondence.
You will be organised and able to manage your workload with the ability to efficiently multitask.
You will have excellent written and oral communication skills, with political sensitivity and awareness being essential.
We encourage applications from individuals who are able to work in a dynamic environment and enjoy working as part of an effective team.
Additional information
This is a permanent post.
As part of the application process, please ensure you draw upon any relevant educational, professional or work experience to demonstrate that you meet the candidate profile set out in the attached Person Specification.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Please note the Council does not accept CV’s. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website:
Important information you need read in order to complete your application:-
• Application Guidance
• Applying for jobs with us
• Behavioural Competency Framework
Additional Information:-
• Employee Charter
• Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
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