Government jobs in Derry

PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information which has been sought will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form, however Desirable Criteria may be used. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. A reserve list may be established in order to fill future permanent and temporary posts that may arise for another similar vacancy within the following 18 months. Should a similar post become available within this time period, the post may be offered to those candidates on the reserve list, in order of merit, without the requirement for a further interview. The post may be offered on a full-time, part-time, permanent, temporary or fixed-term basis.

2 days agoFull-timePart-time

Regeneration Project Officer

Derry City & Strabane District CouncilCouncil Offices, Derry£45,091 - £48,226 per year

KEY PURPOSE Develop and manage regeneration initiatives in accordance with Council’s Strategic Growth Plan, E&R Departmental Service Plan and other related strategic regeneration programmes, initiatives, and policy frameworks. Manage the development, selection, monitoring and evaluating of projects with a particular emphasis on urban and rural regeneration. Manage resources and budgets relating to regeneration projects. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Identify, develop and manage regeneration initiatives and events, and to monitor projects and evaluate impact thereafter. 2. Develop and manage regeneration related partnerships between the Council and other stakeholders in the local area, cross border region and trans-national partnerships. 3. Manage and control allocated budgets in accordance with the annual Departmental Service Plan, corporate procedures and funders’ requirements. 4. Contribute to the development of a strategic framework for the implementation and delivery of both current and future regeneration initiatives for the District. 5. Commission and/or undertake sector based research, provide advice, guidance and assistance to a range of stakeholders. 6. Commission internal and external technical advice and assistance as required, in accordance with Council’s protocols 7. Identify and complete applications for external funding sources for regeneration projects. Report and present on funding bid outcomes to relevant stakeholders. 8. Manage promotional activity to support regeneration initiatives to a diverse range of audiences. 9. As requested attend local, regional, national and international regeneration related events. 10. Manage the development, selection, monitoring and evaluating of projects with a particular emphasis on regeneration. 11. Develop business plans, prepare and present reports, issue briefings and comply with all financial reporting procedures in line with Council and external funding bodies. 12. Procure and manage support services, consultants, contractors and other specialist service providers. 13. Deputise in the absence of the Regeneration Manager within area of responsibility. 14. Participate in and ensure compliance with all Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards of personal behaviour which reflect the core values of the organisation 15. Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety requirements and legislation in accordance with Council’s Policies and Procedures. 16. Comply with and actively promote the Council’s policies and procedures on all aspects of equality. 17. Undertake any other duties appropriate to scale, which may be required from time to time. The postholder should be aware that the responsibilities of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of responsibilities. The postholder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Qualifications/Experience A minimum of a degree Two years’ demonstrable experience in all of the following areas: • Project management experience preferably within a regeneration, environmental, capital development, planning, heritage, or other related discipline • Assisting with policy and strategy development • Project/programme development, delivery, appraisal, monitoring and evaluation • Delivery of presentations to internal/external forums • Stakeholder engagement & partnership working • Assisting with the implementation and management of procurement processes • Assisting with budget management processes Experience in the preparation and management of project funding applications Experience in the development and management of capital projects Technical Competencies/Knowledge • Knowledge of urban and rural regeneration development issues, both locally and nationally • Competent in the use of ICT application packages Other Must have access to a form of transport to carry out the duties of the post

3 days agoFull-time

Domiciliary Home Care Worker

BrysonDerry

Job Opportunity Derry/Londonderry Home Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm) & Bed Runs (7-11pm) available. MAIN TASK: To provide personal and domestic care to people living in their own homes, who due to a temporary or longer term disability, may not be able to manage their own care. Ref: W/HCW/D/2190 £13.00 per hour (Mon-Fri plus Mileage) £13.60 per hour (Sat & Sun plus Mileage) Part-time (12hr/20 hour) & Full-time contracts available

3 days agoFull-timePart-time

Teacher Of Foundation Stage

CCMSPortstewart, Londonderry

See attached job advert NB: Temporary Full Time (Career Break Cover)

9 days agoFull-time

Driver

Mid Ulster District CouncilCookstown, Dungannon & Magherafelt, LondonderryScale 4 (SCP 13) £15.06 gross per hour

Purpose and Function of Post To drive a range of vehicles as required within the Neighbourhood Operations section and to complete a range of vehicle checks as required. To work as team leader ensuring the collection and removal of recyclables, household, industrial and commercial waste, including bulky items from various locations. Carry out street cleaning duties throughout the District. To work on your own as a driver of a side loading “one armed” refuse collection vehicle (OAV). The post holder will also provide flexible and effective cover across a range of Council services delivered by the Neighbourhood Operations Section. Hours: 37 hrs per week Mon – Thurs 7.30am – 3.30pm & Friday 7.30am - 3.00pm. Must be able to work outside normal working hours as and when required i.e., overtime, early mornings, evenings, as well as weekend / public holiday working . This recruitment exercise will be used to fill Refuse, Recycling and Street Cleansing Operative vacancies that may arise within the Mid Ulster District i.e. including Cookstown, Dungannon and Magherafelt (full-time, part-time, permanent & temporary). A Driving Assessment will form part of the selection process. Applicants must undertake a minimum of 35 hours driver CPC training during a five-year period to maintain their entitlement to drive. The successful candidate(s) will be required to undertake training on the operation of the Council’s OAV’s and achieve competence in operating this type of vehicle on a typical OAV route within 6 months of commencement. The post holder will only be established in post i.e., made permanent upon completion of a satisfactory 6-month probationary period which will include competence in OAV operation. The Council may retain a list of reserve candidates arising from this recruitment campaign, for any vacancies which may arise which are the same or similar and are of an equal grade of pay. This list will be valid for 12months. “Another similar vacancy” is defined as a post with a similar job description and person specification and on the same salary scale, which may be in a different department or duration to the vacancy initially advertised. Another similar vacancy does not include posts where the similarity relates solely to the salary scale.

10 days agoFull-timePart-time