Our client is looking for two Civic & Ceremonial Officers (one full-time, one part-time) to provide personal support to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Medway, acting as personal attendant (PA), chauffeur, and occasionally act as toastmaster and Mace bearer, at civic and ceremonial functions.
Applications from suitably experienced ex-military personnel (British Army, Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, or Royal Marines) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personal support to the Mayor and Deputy Mayor such as advice on courtesies and ensuring the welfare of the Mayoral party at functions and meetings
- To provide a chauffeur service for the Mayoral Service ensuring effective route planning and that the vehicle is fit for purpose at all times
- Undertake support duties such as macebearer and toastmaster at functions in order that Mayoral protocol and guests expectations are met
- Deliver administrative support as required to ensure the delivery of efficient support to the Mayoral service
- Manage the Mayoral facilities including regalia and vehicles to ensure their upkeep, security and stock in readiness of functions
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Clean and current full driving licence (valid for driving in UK and Europe)
- Minimum educational qualifications at GCSE`s or equivalent
- Knowledge of civic and ceremonial protocols
- Proven experience of driving in the UK & Europe for work
- Route planning and adaptable to change
- Basic IT skills
- Good physical fitness
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable:
- Experience of undertaking various administrative tasks
Hours:
Evenings, weekends, and bank holiday work will occur
Salary:
£15,501 - £19,686 per annum (pro rata)
Benefits:
Includes time off in lieu/overtime
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