Administration Officer - Maidstone, United Kingdom - Kent County Council

Kent County Council

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Maidstone, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Fixed term - 1 year

An exciting opportunity has arisen in for an Administration Officer role in Countywide Services, Adult Social Care.

The role is full time and initially for a 1-year fixed term contract, with a review to extension or make a permanent position.

This is a unique role as you will be supporting the Assistant Director for Countywide Services, we are looking for someone who thrives on being active, dealing with competing priorities with excellent organisational skills.

Your role will include:

Organising and maintaining Assistant Director's diary
Conduct daily/ weekly diary meetings with the Assistant Director to discuss upcoming engagements, invitations, and other requests
Arrange meetings as and when required, take minutes, and administer them via MST or in person
Support with complaints and HR hearing processes
Assist in other areas of Countywide service as and when required

We are looking for someone who can think on their feet and find solutions to problems that may arise.

You will need good IT skills and a great attention to detail along with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

You will be working with a variety of databases and computer systems which full training will be given. You will also need knowledge of confidentiality and data protection procedures.

Minute taking experience for meetings is an essential part of this role as is having excellent communication skills as you will be liaising with staff and Managers at all levels.
You will be given regular supervision, support, and training to develop yourself within the role.

The post holder will need to be flexible and innovative, bringing a range of skills and experience to support you in this role.

We are offering a hybrid model of working which is both a mix of home working as well as utilising space in the KCC offices.

Office hours are required Monday to Friday between 9.00am until 5.00pm

An internal secondment will be considered by agreement of the line manager.

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