About The Service
The Performance and Partnerships Service is responsible for a wide range of 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 with a focus on supporting policy development, policy delivery and ensuring open and transparent decision making.
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
The Corporate Policy and Cabinet Office Business Manager will manage the Cabinet Business process, support the Council’s Senior Management Team, coordinate a range of strategic delivery boards and supervise the Cabinet Support Office.
You will be responsible for managing Cabinet Business and supporting the formal decision-making process of the Executive/Cabinet. This will involve ensuring appropriate support is provided to the Leader, Cabinet and senior managers in respect of the formal decision-making process.
The role will also manage a high-quality and efficient executive support service to the Leader of the Council and the Cabinet.
You will be part of a highly motivated, dedicated, and supportive team, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work and supporting public service delivery. There will be ample opportunity for personal and professional development, including training relevant to the role.
The Council has adopted hybrid working practices which apply to this role, meaning most of the work can be undertaken either in the office, at home, or at another suitable location. There will still be a requirement to visit the office occasionally for certain meetings as needed.
For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact the recruiting manager, Adam Foster – Operational Manager (Corporate Policy and Cabinet Office) to arrange this by emailing: a.foster@cardiff.gov.uk
What We Are Looking For From You
We are looking for an individual with extensive experience and understanding of public policy in Wales, policy development, and managing in a political environment. An understanding of corporate governance will also be important.
You will have strong communication and writing skills, able to research reports, and present information clearly and effectively for a range of different audiences, from senior managers to end users.
You will have experience of working with elected members, senior managers and strategic policy, as well as an understanding of formal decision making within local government.
A good level of ICT competency will be a pre-requisite, specifically, familiarity with Microsoft Office. Experience of more specialist tools, such as Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project, or Microsoft Power BI would also be advantageous.
Most importantly, we encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about public service improvement and enjoy working as part of an effective team.
Additional information
This is a permanent post.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications in English.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
The interview process for this role will be held either in person or on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or wish to arrange an informal discussion after reading the job description and person specification, please contact Adam Foster – Operational Manager (Corporate Policy and Cabinet Office) by emailing: a.foster@cardiff.gov.uk
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