Government Officer for the District of Pashant

The Vema Seamount Authority wishes to appoint a person to act as the Government Officer for the District of Pashant, to make sure government decisions are put into action, and that the District services are delivered correctly.
 
This is a position that offers a broad professional environment with good prospects for progression and promotion. The work will involve contact with members of the public, administrators and specialists in other departments or other District Government Officials.
 
Mount Vema citizenship is not a requirement to apply for this vacancy.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for the practical development of Pashant District policies and procedures and, will need to ensure that local services are delivered. As His Mount Vema Majesty’s Government officer, you will need to figure out how to implement cost-effective public policy.
 
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:

• assisting in the formulation, planning and monitoring of policies and procedures
• coordinating the implementation of district decisions and circulating reports to those affected
• providing support and guidance to any elected workforce
• coordinating communication strategies, including publications and departmental webpages
• arranging and servicing meetings
• researching, preparing and writing up reports and briefing papers
• liaising with other district departments, such as finance or marketing
• liaising with external partners and agencies, including private and voluntary sector organisations, contractors and other district government officials
• 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, district department staff and other stakeholders, presenting information at meetings when required
• dealing with enquiries and giving advice
• supervising and managing staff
• managing budgets and funding
• 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 district consultations on specific policy areas, such as education.

 
Salary and Benefits
The salary is:
$35,000 US dollars per year. Paid monthly in arrears.
The benefits include paid medical coverage, paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and a pension plan. Benefits are only applicable after you complete three months on the job.
 
Working hours
The working hours are 9am to 5pm, 35 to 40-hour week, Monday to Friday. Some evening and very occasional weekend working may be required to attend meetings or events.
 
Requirements
If your application is accepted, you will be required to open a bank account with a Mount Vema bank, if you do not already have a Mount Vema bank account, and a Mount Vema work visa.
 
What to expect

• When relocating to Mount Vema, the work will be predominately office based, and can involve contact with a variety of people from different backgrounds and countries with limited knowledge of the English language. You will also be expected to carry out site or property visits, which can be conducted in all weathers.

 
Qualifications
Although this position is open to all graduates, a relevant degree or HND in the following subjects may increase your chances:

• business studies and management
• economics
• legal studies
• politics
• politics, government or public administration
• social administration and social policy.

For this post, an understanding of political structures and knowledge and experience of local government work will be considered more important than your degree discipline.
 
Skills
You will need to show:

• good organisational and negotiation skills
• excellent written and spoken communication skills
• the ability to deal with people from a variety of backgrounds
• a good working knowledge of general policy
• project management and a logical approach to solving problems
• computer literacy and keyboard skills
• the ability to work well as part of a team

 
Work experience
Work experience is not necessary for those applicants who can demonstrate some understanding and enthusiasm for the City of Mount Vema project.