Nicosia, Cyprus. The interior ministry said on Sunday there is strong demand for positions staffing the upcoming parliamentary elections, with presiding officers earning 617 euros and assistants 316 euros for the day.
Selection and pay rates
The ministry said experienced civil servants and employees of semi-governmental organisations are selected as presiding officers of polling stations. The hourly rate equates to approximately 37 euros for presiding officers and 20 euros for assistants.
Staffing levels and overseas stations
The ministry expects 1,185 polling stations nationwide, staffed by 1,185 presiding officers, 4,439 assistants and 1,185 police officers. Up to 10 polling stations abroad may operate if sufficient interest is expressed, with previous overseas booths located in Athens, Thessaloniki, London and Brussels.
Eligibility and application deadline
Applications are open to public officials, private sector employees, and unemployed graduates, with priority given to unemployed graduates registered with the labour department. The deadline for submitting applications is Monday, April 6.
Election budget and additional provisions
The interior ministry has allocated over five million euros for the elections following a parliamentary budget cut, and has requested additional funds to cover higher staffing costs. The budget includes provisions for potential by-elections and state sponsorship for non-parliamentary parties meeting eligibility thresholds.
Voter registration figures
The ministry said data released on Friday showed 5,492 new voter registrations had been submitted for the upcoming elections, which will be held on the electoral roll next Thursday.
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