Counting Helper

The count assistant role

The role of the count assistant is not difficult, but duties are undertaken in a pressurised environment and the greatest of care has to be taken to ensure that mistakes are not made.

They must:

- attend training if required
- follow all instructions issued
- have read and agree to the terms of the Statement of Secrecy.
- act impartially at all times and respect confidentiality of material handled

Duties

Count assistants will work in teams of varying sizes as designated by the Returning Officer. As directed by a count supervisor/team leader.

Verification

Open, sort and then count the number of ballot papers in a ballot box in accordance with instructions from the Count Supervisor/Team Leader or Deputy Returning Officer.

Re-count if required.

Count

Re-count if required.

The length of time a count takes will depend on the size and nature of the election and whether re-counts are required. You must be prepared to stay as long as it takes. If the Count takes place immediately after the close of poll, you will start working late into the night and potentially into the early hours of the morning. You will be given adequate breaks and refreshments will be provided.

**Salary**: ₹10,000.00 - ₹12,000.00 per month

**Experience**:

- total work: 3 years (preferred)