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Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 6 JOB PURPOSE: The Housing and Health Liaison Team are responsible for cross sector collaborative working to support the development and delivery of housing strategy and policy to ensure suitable and accessible housing options are available for people with disabilities across all housing tenures. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Applicants must i) Possess a degree (Level 6*) or equivalent level qualification and can demonstrate a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience OR ii) Possess a HND (Level 5*) or equivalent level qualification and can demonstrate a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience OR iii) Can demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development / experiential learning and demonstrate at least 4 years relevant experience *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies It will be the responsibility of the applicant to demonstrate equivalency. Relevancy will be determined with due regard to the duties and level of responsibilities set out in the job description for this role. APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Community Safety Lead Officer
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 6 JOB PURPOSE: Reporting to the Community Safety Manager in Housing Services Central Unit, the post holder will be responsible for delivery of the business objectives and for supporting the Community Safety Manager in leading and supervision of a number of strands relating to Housing Services in the area of Community Safety, including the administration and assessment of Community Safety funding applications. REQUIREMENTS: 1. i) Hold a degree level qualification (level 6) or equivalent AND have a minimum of at least 2 years relevant* experience OR ii) Hold a level 5 qualification in Housing AND have a minimum of at least 2 years relevant* experience OR iii) Can demonstrate equivalent continuing professional development or experiential learning AND have a minimum of at least 3 years relevant* experience *Relevancy will be determined with due regard to the duties and level of responsibilities set out in the job description for this role APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: SOCIAL CARE WORKERS 3 X Permanent Part-Time 45 hours per fortnight 1 X Permanent Part-Time 60 hours per fortnight CURLEW ADULT SERVICES (Boyle, Ballaghaderreen, Frenchpark areas) Ref: 83190 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Social Care Worker roles are also available. Location: Curlew Adult Services (Boyle, Ballaghaderreen, Frenchpark Areas). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services or in an individual’s own home. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Curlew services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with development of their individual person centred plans and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. The successful candidate will provide leadership and supervision at a local level, ensuring the service delivered is person-centred. Qualifications: Candidates must hold the following qualifications: Working Hours: • 3 X Permanent Part-Time 45 hours per fortnight • 1 X Permanent Part-Time 60 hours per fortnight All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/03/2025 apply: €39,951 x 11 increments - €55,049 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €56,089 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: All posts are Permanent, Part-Time and Pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within the Curlew Service location may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries for this post to Tommie Scanlon, Curlew Services Area Manager on 087 169 7954 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Tuesday 12th August 2025 Interview date is scheduled for 21st August 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: SUPPORT WORKERS (Care Assistant grade) • 1 X Permanent Full-Time 78 hours a fortnight • 1 X Permanent Part-Time 60 hours a fortnight • 1 X Permanent Part-Time 45 hours a fortnight HYDE SERVICES (Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara) Ref: 83211 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Support Worker roles are also available. Location: Hyde Services (Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara Areas). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services or in an individual’s own home. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Hyde Services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Support Workers provide a key-working supportive role for individuals supported by the service. The Support Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of daily living focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Support Worker will assist and support people who use the service with development of their individual person centred plans and the achievement of personal outcomes, and critically, to support people who use the service in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Remuneration: Department of Health salary scales apply as at 01/03/2025: €33,699 x 11 increments - €46,190 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A Long Service Increment €46,984 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, sleep-ins and night-duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Support Worker appointments within the Hyde Services may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to: Nollaig Lavin, Hyde Services Area Manager on 0874130565 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Sunday 17th August 2025 Interview date to be confirmed The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Outreach Day Service Support/care Assistant
Vacancy: Outreach Day Service Support/Care Assistant, Part-time, 15 hours per week, initial 12-month contract. L’Arche Cork is recruiting for the position of Care Assistantto provide an outreach day service for a 65-year-old woman in Cobh, due to her recently-reduced capacity to attend L’Arche’s day service, and to help facilitate her intended return to a much-reduced day service. Expectations of the role of Outreach Day Service Support: · To build a trusting, Person-Centred, relationship with the person you support advocating for her needs, with due regard to her will and preference · To forge a close rapport with the person’s guardian, also residing in the house, via regular communication, to promote a needs-led and responsive service · To promote quality of life for the person you support, enabling access to pastimes, hobbies and supports, via assistive technology (e.g. zoom) and driving · To attend medical appointments with the person you support as required · To communicate frequently with L’Arche, regarding progress, challenges, identified supports etc., to improve support both to the person and to you in your role Requirements for the role: · A minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in social care or equivalent qualification · Minimum 2-years’ experience in intellectual disabilities (related field experience considered) · Managing your time effectively, working autonomously and demonstrating initiative. · Ability to manage behaviours that may challenge · A satisfactory level of IT proficiency for use of online/assistive technology · Commitment to best practice guidelines, to regulations, and to L’Arche policy, especially regarding safeguarding, upholding confidentiality, and accountability CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The post is offered on a part-time basis, 15 hours a week, for an initial fixed-term period of 12 months. Working Hours: 15 hours per week (spread of hours negotiable) Salary: HSE Care Assistant 27,571 -41,952 Euros per annum, pro rata D.O.E. Annual Leave: Annual Leave will be 25 days per annum, pro-rata. Entitlement to Public Holidays will be in accordance with the Working Time Act 1997.
Social Care Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES –WEST REGION POSTS: PERMANENT FULL-TIME / PART-TIME SOCIAL CARE WORKERS • 4 X Permanent Full-Time, 78 hours per fortnight • 1 X Permanent Part-Time 61 hours per fortnight ROSCOMMON TOWN ADULT SERVICES (Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara) Ref: 82978 A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Locum Social Care Worker roles are also available. Location: Roscommon Town Adult Services (Roscommon Town, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara). Staff allocation could be either within residential/respite/day settings or in community services or in an individual’s own home. The appointee will initially commence working in one particular area of the Roscommon Town Adult services and this work location may change due to future service needs. The Role: Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with development of their individual person centred plans and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices.The successful candidate will provide leadership and supervision at a local level, ensuring the service delivered is person-centred. Qualifications: Candidates must hold a professional registration, or be eligible for registration, on the Social Care Workers Registrar maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU on or before 30th November 2025. View Social Care Workers approved qualifications on https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ and All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidates may be required to work to accommodate an integrated day service, with weekend work, some split duty hours, public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep-ins to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Worker salary scale as at 01/03/2025 apply: €39,951 x 11 increments - €55,049 per annum (pro-rata for part-time). A long service increment €56,089 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39 hour working week. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service. Tenure: A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed term Social Care Worker appointments within the Roscommon Town Adult Service location may be offered over the next 6 to 12 months. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to: Nollaig Lavin, Hyde Services Area Manager on 0874130565 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Wednesday 6th August 2025 Interview date 15th August 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
Technical Learning And Development Manager
Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 7 JOB PURPOSE: To lead and manage professional and technical learning & development for the Asset Management Directorate, working closely with senior stakeholders and the corporate Learning & Organisational Development team to achieve organisational business objectives. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Possess a BTEC Higher Diploma (Level 5) or equivalent qualification in a Building or construction related discipline APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist – Crumlin (Part Time) – (Job Ref: 25N/PBCM) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have exciting new career opportunities for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in Crumlin. What does the Randox Health team do? At Randox Health we encourage individuals to adopt a personalised, preventative approach to their health and well-being, ultimately helping them to live healthier for longer. Using Randox revolutionary technology we measure hundreds of health biomarkers, generating unrivalled data that when combined with our complex algorithms can predict future health concerns and identify early signs of illness even before symptoms arise. This empowers individuals to act sooner to prevent or delay disease onset – moving from a model of sickness management to true preventative healthcare. Location : Randox Health Crumlin, 5-15 Mill Road, Crumlin, County Antrim, BT29 4XL. Contract Offered : Part-time, fixed term for one year. Working Hours / Shifts : 24 hours/3 days per week, between Monday and Saturday. Exact hours will be either 7.40am to 4.20pm, 6.40am to 3.20pm or 10.20am to 7am. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Access NI check What does the Phlebotomist role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS). • Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent. • Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation. • Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments. • Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic. • Proactively drive sales and exceed targets. • Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately. • Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks. Essential criteria: • Previous phlebotomy experience • Phlebotomy certificate of competence • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Exemplary customer service skills and experience. • Ability to manage existing clientele and generate new clientele at the same time. • High level of IT literacy. • Valid UK driving licence Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages. • Confidence and experience working internal / external events. • Sales / Retail experience.
Economic Development Assistant
There is currently one full-time, fixed-term position until 30 September 2026, subject to review. To register and apply for this job, go to Economic Development Assistant (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. As females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the application pack. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Programme Coordinator - Service Delivery
Main purpose of job Be responsible to the Service Delivery Manager for ensuring effective service planning; performance management and assurance; customer focus; quality and improvement; risk management; service evaluation and compliance. Support the Service Delivery Manager in developing and manage frameworks and approaches to ensure effective service delivery and develop processes, capabilities, and business intelligence within the service to support evidence-based decision making and continuous improvement. Support the Service Delivery Manager in developing and overseeing a prioritised work programme and resource management strategy, based on sound principles of programme and project management, to meet current and emerging needs. Represent the Service Delivery Manager, or councils, as and when required, within the postholder’s sphere of responsibility. Summary of responsibilities and personal duties 1. Responsible for managing service delivery contracts, compliance and risk matters in respect of the frameworks and call-off contracts and secondary competitions for 11 councils, in line with service commissioning processes. 2. Responsible for monitoring service level performance, focusing on activity, outputs, outcomes and KPIs as agreed with funders and other council partners. 3. Responsible for the continuous review and development of the service CRM and ensuring the integrity of the data on the CRM system, working with councils, delivery agents and council colleagues to improve accuracy and develop agreed standards and processes. 4. Responsible for the implementation of project and performance management arrangements to ensure the effective delivery of the Enterprise Support Service 5. Responsible for engaging with the Finance, Compliance and Monitoring team to collate relevant financial information for use in internal and external reports. 6. Responsible for effectively contract managing in line with agreed outcomes and ensure appropriate financial and project management by service delivery agents. 7. Support the Service Delivery Manager in maintaining a risk management plan for the service to mitigate risk and maximise impact of the funding intervention. 8. Support the development and delivery of an evaluation framework in line with funder requirements to measure the effectiveness and impact of the investment. 9. Establish an effective consultation and engagement process with other council representatives from across Northern Ireland to develop annual service plans and raise awareness of service performance and compliance matters and advise on implementation and delivery. 10. Work collaboratively with all local councils to raise the ambition around the delivery of enterprise support, in support of the statutory obligations in this area and consistent with commitments as set out in respective programme plans. 11. Ensure effective dissemination of quality, performance, and compliance information relevant to the service objectives and ensure consistent, integrated implementation in conjunction with relevant senior managers across all councils. 12. Continually review the service output, working with the Service Delivery Manager to review performance and to recommend and implement improvement plans. 13. Keep under review new developments including professional best practice and new legislation in the areas of performance, compliance, assurance, and service improvement. 14. Motivate and manage any staff that may be assigned to the post holder to ensure effective service delivery and to be responsible for reviewing and implementing a proper staff training and development programme 15. Participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City Council and in the induction and support of all newly appointed staff and other human resource management policies and procedures, as appropriate, including, absence management, disciplinary and grievance procedure. 16. P articipate as directed in the council’s recruitment and selection procedures . 17. A ct in accordance with the council and departmental policies and procedures including customer care, equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding and any pertinent legislation. 18. Undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the council. 19. Undertake such other relevant duties as may from time to time be required. This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change and it will be subject to review and amendment, as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that they may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description, but which are commensurate with the role. Essential criteria Qualifications and, or experience Applicants must , as at the closing date for receipt of application forms, either: · have a third level qualification in a relevant subject such as economics, business studies, management or an equivalent qualification and be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least one year’s relevant experience in each of the following three areas: or · be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least two years’ relevant experience in each of the following three areas: a) developing, monitoring and managing the successful implementation of economic development projects to support business start-up or growth and securing and managing funding for economic development projects from public or private sector partners; b) establishing quality and performance management approaches, evaluation and continuous improvement of strategic projects and programmes including establishing performance measures and implementation of improvement plans; and c) producing and collating performance data to service programme structures to support effective decision-making and resource allocation. Desirable criterion In addition to the above qualifications and, or experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to short-list only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of applications, have a third level qualification in a relevant subject such as economics, business studies, management or an equivalent qualification and can demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least two years’ relevant experience in each of the aforementioned three areas; or can demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least three years’ relevant experience in each of the aforementioned three areas. Special skills and attributes Applicants must be able to demonstrate, evidence of the following skills and attributes which may be tested at interview: Performance management skills: the ability to develop a performance management and business planning culture, including the setting of objectives and targets, performance measures, benchmarking and the interpretation of best practice, to ensure the continuous improvement of services. Communication and influencing skills: the ability to display effective written and oral communications skills in both formal and informal settings with the ability to influence and persuade others on complex issues using plain, concise language.The ability to build rapport and maintain the engagement and commitment of others to secure their support in the delivery of projects. Team leadership skills: the ability to lead and motivate team members and build and develop high levels of communication and cooperation between team members to achieve objectives. Project management and work planning skills: the ability to determine organisational priorities and resource requirements for complex projects and manage allocated workload on the basis of available resources and to work to tight deadlines to ensure project delivery. Partnership working skills: the ability to form, maintain and enhance partnership working with internal and external stakeholders, networks and communities to build consensus around key projects. Analytical and decision-making skills: the ability to analyse and interpret complex issues and exercise critical judgement in arriving at practical solutions and communicate findings clearly. Political sensitivity skills: the ability to show awareness and sensitivity in managing successfully within a political environment including working effectively with elected members, partner organisations and other agencies. Equality knowledge: a clear understanding of equality principles and the ability to apply them when delivering services.
