Marwood Parish Council is currently looking for a Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer.
Number of hours: 15 hrs per month (flexible schedule).
Salary will depend on Qualifications and experience.
Start Date: is negotiable but early in the New Year would be ideal.
Marwood is a rural parish with a population of about 1100. There are 9 Parish Councillors who meet bi-monthly in Guineaford at 7.00pm (winter) 7.30 pm (Summer) in the Methodist Church Hall. The successful candidate will need to work from home
The Clerk will be responsible for managing the day to day business of the Council, including the production of the agenda/minutes for all Council meetings, liaising with outside bodies as well as implementing Council decisions. The Clerk/RFO will also be responsible for all the financial transactions and records of the Council and the administration of its finances.
We are seeking someone with confidence, interpersonal and communication skills to deal with a wide range of people.
Prior experience of local government or committee work would be beneficial.
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter, including contact details, to Geoff Dwyer, the acting Clerk at geoff.dwyerg@outlook.com
A full job description and Person Specification are available from the Acting Clerk on request.
Closing Date for applications is Saturday 14th December 2024