Public Management And Administration

Work Nature

• Local government officers are responsible for the development and execution of council policies and procedures, as well as ensuring that local services are delivered effectively.
• Assisting in the formulation, planning and monitoring of policies and procedures.
• Coordinating the implementation of council decisions and circulating reports to those affected.
• Providing support and guidance to the elected workforce, for example to cabinet or local committees.
• Coordinating communication strategies, including publications and departmental websites.
• Arranging and servicing meetings.
• Researching, preparing and writing up reports and briefing papers.
• Liaising with other council departments, such as finance or marketing.
• Liaising with external partners and agencies, including private and voluntary sector organisations, contractors and other local authorities.
• Coordinating departmental and corporate plans.
• Monitoring and reporting on performance and quality issues, ensuring value for money.
• Managing and evaluating projects.
• Organising and collecting data for external inspections, including evidence of compliance with legislation.
• Providing information, advice and guidance on policy and performance.
• Working with members of the public, councillors and other stakeholders, presenting information at meetings when required.
• Dealing with enquiries and giving advice.
• Super
• vising and managing staff.
• Providing support and a strategic steer to the management team relevant to your specific area.
• Developing and promoting a policy and performance framework, which contributes to the operational and strategic functioning of the department.
• Coordinating responses to national and local consultations on specific policy areas, such as education.

Occupations

• Municipal Clerks
• Administrative Officer(IAS)
• Communications Officer
• Consultant
• Corporate Officer
• Departmental Officer
• Postal Clerk
• Public Affairs Coordinator
• Public Relationship Officer

Career Analysis