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Duties and Responsibilities 1. Assist in the research and development of innovative proposals which deliver against Council’s Active and Healthy Communities Strategies and action plans, and which align to current and emerging future funding opportunities. 2. Assist in the creation of project action plans / strategies which outline priorities and actions as agreed by Council for the progression of community development and regeneration initiatives. 3. Research and identify funding streams and assist in the preparation of funding applications and associated business cases as required. 4. Assist with the development, implementation and management of various funding streams. 5. Plan and implement any consultations as required to ensure effective development and delivery of projects. 6. Liaise closely with other Council departments and external organisations as required to progress project development and implementation. 7. Manage project working groups as required which will involve project partners, council staff and external stakeholders. 8. Manage the successful implementation of projects, within the specified timeframes, to the satisfaction of the funders, project partners and Council. 9. Manage the administration of projects, including maintaining project records, management of the programme budget, production of claims and completion of monitoring activity as and when required, ensuring governance with all audit, policy, procedure and grant conditions. 10. For financial assistance projects, provide a key link between the Council and the recipients of grant aid, to ensure all guidelines and conditions of the grants are adhered to. Responsibility for the scrutiny of grant applications and grant claims to ensure they comply with agreed terms and conditions. Ensuring the reporting of any identified anomalies. 11. Collate and analyse data as required to meet Council and funders requirements. 12. Preparation of progress reports to Council as and when required. 13. Responsible for oversight of the marketing activities associated with projects. Governance, Standards and Diversity 1. Authorise the purchase of goods and/or services in accordance with the Council’s procurement policy. 2. Lead by example by behaving at all times in accordance with Council’s values and promote same within the organisation and externally. 3. Ensure functions under the control of the post holder are operated in accordance with the Council’s risk management and governance processes, and that the appropriate documentation is completed and signed off as necessary. 4. Assist the Head of Service in ensuring the Council meets all statutory obligations and ensure that the highest standards of probity and good conduct are maintained at all times. 5. Adhere to and comply with all Council policies and procedures relevant to this role, including arrangements for risk management. 6. Postholder must work with the Head of Service to establish the needs of the customers and strive to ensure that these are met. 7. Postholder must treat all individuals with respect, respond sensitively to differences and encourage others to do likewise, ensuring equality of opportunity for all. Performance Improvement 8. Keep up-to-date with changes and amendments to relevant and allied legislation including areas of best practice relating to the postholders service area. 9. Participate in employee training and development activities to ensure that knowledge, skills and competence required to fulfil the role in full are up to date. 10. Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the Department Business Plan. Communication and Relationships 11. Contribute to Corporate, Departmental and Regional working groups as required. 12. Actively participate in employee relations matters including undertaking investigations and chairing hearings relating to employment matters as required (e.g. discipline, grievance & harassment) and make decisions regarding appropriate outcomes with support from HR and in compliance with the relevant legislation. 13. Participate in the Council’s Recruitment and Selection processes as a panel member, including assisting the panel with development of person specification, identifying selection methods and adhering to advice given regarding current employment legislation and codes of practice. 14. Promote and ensure equality of opportunity, good relations and diversity in service delivery and employment by adhering to the Council’s Equal Opportunities in Employment policies and procedures and avoiding all forms of discrimination both as an employer and a service provider. General 15. Uphold the Core Values of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Council and work to achieve the wider organisational objectives as detailed in the Corporate Plan. 16. Participate in the Council’s Performance and Development Review process as detailed in the published scheme. 17. Contribute to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in fulfilling all of its commitments in relation to anti-discrimination practices, its Equality Scheme and under the Northern Ireland Act 1998 and the Human Rights Act 1998. 18. Carry out duties in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Order 1978 (as amended); Acts of Parliament; Statutory Instruments and Regulations and other legal requirements; and all Council Policies and Procedures including Dignity at Work, Health and Safety, Attendance and all relevant Codes of Conduct. 19. Undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and promote the positive reputation of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. 20. Undertake all aspects of work respecting confidentiality and ensure that personal and/or sensitive information under the control or access of the postholder is used, stored and maintained in accordance with relevant data protection legislation. 21. Where applicable act as Designated Safeguarding Officer, First Aider, Fire Warden depending on service requirements in accordance with relevant legislation and Council Policy and Procedure. 22. Where applicable act as a keyholder and respond to emergency call-outs as required. 23. When required, assist in the execution of the Council’s Emergency and Business Continuity Plans. The list of duties / responsibilities must not be considered comprehensive nor exhaustive. They are simply a summary of the main duties / responsibilities that the post holder will be required to undertake. No Job Description can cover every issue that may arise within the post at various times and the post holder is expected to carry out other duties from time totime which are broadly consistent with those in this Job Description.
Community Relationship Manager
The Role The role will involve building new and developing existing fundraising relationships in the North and West Belfast area, specifically in post codes BT1-17. Providing excellent stewardship and support to individuals and community organisations, businesses, groups, schools, churches, and NI Hospice Fundraising groups; in order to maximise and grow fundraising income and potential in the region. Through positive community engagement, you will have the opportunity to increase awareness of the work of the Northern Ireland Hospice and Children’s Hospice alongside raising much needed funds to help us continue to deliver care and support to babies, children, and adults, living with a life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. Salary: £28,546 to £34,347 per annum* Contract: Fixed Term – Maternity Cover up to one year Location: Somerton Road - Hybrid Working available Hours: 37.5 per week * Whilst the full salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint at the lower end of the range. This ensures that pay progression steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. What we offer: Attractive Terms & Conditions apply including:- For further details, kindly review the Job Description and Specification. Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our People & Organisational Development Team at 02890 781836. The closing date for applications is Thursday 19th June 2025 at 4pm (we recommend that applications are submitted at least 15 minutes prior to the closing time to ensure technical difficulties are not encountered). For guidance on how to apply using our online application platform GetGot, or troubleshooting any potential issues, please refer to the following link: https://www.getgotjobs.co.uk/faq Please note all correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form. Please ensure to check your 'junk/spam' folder as due to personal email security settings, emails can sometimes appear here. Any email correspondence will come from an email address ending in @nihospice.org. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Project Administrator
Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £26,669.79 per annum Contract: Fixed term until 31st of March 2026 Location: Belfast/Remote Job Background: The Project Administrator plays a vital role in supporting the smooth delivery of vocational and employment-related programmes by coordinating bookings, processing claims, and maintaining accurate records. The postholder also provides general administrative support to enhance team performance and service delivery. Main Duties and Responsibilities: To book all client vocational training including room bookings and lunches To process all mileage and expenses claims in a prompt and efficient manner Upload all client certificates to the CRM System Book rooms and venues for employment and Numeracy, ESOL, Literacy and Digital Skills courses regionally To capture client referral information from a dedicated online application site and referral paperwork Essential Criteria: Educated to 5 GCSE’s Grade C or above (or equivalent) including English and Maths OR 2 A- Levels (passes) OR Level 2 Certificate / Diploma Business Administration / IT OR equivalent 1 years’ paid or unpaid experience working in an administration role Proficient in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook
Good Relations Officer
Choice Housing is one of the largest independent housing associations in Northern Ireland. We work hard for our customers, developing new homes that are urgently needed and delivering high quality services, while providing value for money. Our work creates sustainable, thriving neighbourhoods. Good Relations Officer Fixed Term – 3 Years 37 Hours Per Week Salary: £35,708 - £41,390pa Job Reference: GDO/470/0625 Choice Housing Ireland Limited is seeking to recruit a Good Relations Officer to assist in delivering the Shared Housing Programme. You will develop the necessary components to improve community cohesion within and between shared housing schemes and surrounding communities. You will engage, enable and empower local community groups to identify, liaise and coordinate the development and delivery of concerted Good Relations Plans. Our employees have access to a range of benefits:- If you have any disability which prevents you from completing the online application form, please contact me to discuss what further assistance you require. Please see attached job description and person specification for full details. Completed application forms should be returned by 5.00 pm on Thursday 19th June 2025. If you have not been contacted further in writing on or before Thursday 17th July you will not have been short-listed for interview. If shortlisted you will be sent an email inviting you for interview, please check the email address you have provided on the application and also your junk mail folder.
Safety & Security 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 take the day-to-day lead role in advising and guiding the Housing Executive in the prevention of and response to abusive behaviours towards staff, working in partnership with key stakeholders. REQUIREMENTS: 1. A) Possess a degree or equivalent level qualification (Level 6*). or B) Can demonstrate at least 5 years’ relevant experience and can demonstrate evidence of equivalent continuing professional development of experiential learning. (Please include dates) *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies. It will be the responsibility of the applicant to demonstrate equivalency 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.
Senior Health & Safety 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 ensure the effective and efficient management of the Corporate Health & Safety and Business Continuity/Emergency Planning Teams and the implementation of an organisational approach to the Safety and Security of Staff REQUIREMENTS: 1. Possess a NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent level Health & Safety qualification (Level 6*). *Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalences. It is the responsibility of the applicant to demonstrate equivalency 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/PBCR) 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 license Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages. • Confidence and experience working internal / external events. • Sales / Retail experience.
Troubles Disablement Payment Scheme Welfare Support Officer
TPDPS Welfare Support Officer Community Partnership REF: TPDPS/06/25 Grade: Executive Officer 2, Fixed-term until 31 March 2027 Salary will be in the range £28,734 - £29,337 per annum Closing date for applications: 17:00 on Monday 23rd June 2025 Purpose of the role The role holder will function by supporting links between VSS and a network of Welfare Advisors employed within the community and voluntary sector. The role holder will assist the TPDPS Welfare Co-ordinator to establish robust processes, procedures and guidance for supporting Victims and Survivors accessing support under the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme. While VSS is not administering the Scheme or directly involved in determining individual eligibility, it has a coordination role in supporting victims and survivors through collation of relevant information held on file, co-ordination of support via community partner organisations, and direct engagement with some applicants. By the closing date for applications, candidates must demonstrate that they fulfil each of the following essential criteria: 1. 5 GCSEs grades A – C (including English and Maths) or equivalent. 2. A minimum of 2 years’ practical experience in each of the following: • Working with and processing high-volume, sensitive client information in line with Data Protection regulations and statutory timeframes. • Using a variety of written, non-verbal and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with clients with non-complex and complex needs. 3. Experience of developing and delivering reporting templates, management reports and progress updates. 4. Experience in effective delivery of application-based schemes with a focus on client outcomes. 5. Experience of working within a community, voluntary or statutory environment with clients with trauma, mental health and/or physical health issues. 6. Experience in the use of MS Office package including Word, Excel and Outlook. The Victims and Survivors Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Youth Housing Worker
YOUTH HOUSING WORKER (NIGHTS) Are you passionate about helping young people and could you support them as they transition into adulthood and learn to live by themselves? MACS provides 24/7 supported housing for young people leaving care, or who may be homeless, aged between 16 and 21. Young people can live with us for up to 2 years before moving into the community. Youth Housing Worker provide an accessible point of contact at night and weekends to promote the protection and safeguarding of young people living at MACS and help them to build skills and confidence to maintain their own homes. To apply you will need: Six months’ experience (paid or voluntary) of supporting people in a caring role AND A full-current driving license with access to a car, insured for business use. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Join a supportive team where you can make a real difference in young people’s lives. Posts Available: Full Time, Permanent (Belfast, Downpatrick and Lisburn) Full time, Fixed Term 31 January 2026 (Newry) PLEASE NOTE: These roles are predominantly Waking Night shifts. Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS for more information or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CVs submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. Salary: £23,715 per annum Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 24 shifts annual leave; enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and remote working options available. Closing Date: Monday 16th June 2025 at 9.30am. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check.
Building Control Officer
The post holder will be responsible for:- Providing a high quality, effective and efficient Building Control Service to fulfil Council’s statutory responsibilities for implementation and enforcement of The Building Regulations (NI) and The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) Regulations (NI) and allied legislation to ensure buildings are safe, healthy, accessible and sustainable. Assisting in the delivery of Council’s statutory duties under the Disability Discrimination Act to ensure suitable accessibility is afforded to employees, visitors and members of the public in Council controlled premises. Assisting in the delivery of Council’s statutory duties regarding property certificate legal enquiries, dangerous structures, dilapidations, street naming and postal numbering. Ensuring that all responsibilities are carried out in an effective and timely manner to meet departmental objectives. Providing a professional and technical advice and consultancy service to both internal and external stakeholders, and participation in project teams for Government administered schemes. Ensuring that the department complies with all statutory and legislative requirements by adhering to these requirements and working in accordance with good governance and health and safety requirements. Ensuring that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely and effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all areas relating to the work of the Council. 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 12 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.
