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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the post holder may include: • Managing the delivery of a broad range of online and offline marketing and communication activities, such as organisational web content, publications, and staff engagement activities and events. • Contributing to the development and implementation of marketing and communication plans for internal and/or external messaging, such as the HED brand #LoveHeritageNI, the marketing of the 186 State Care Monuments, staff wellbeing programmes or implementation of the LPS 2027 Strategy. • Managing communication and engagement for the delivery of multiple projects and developing communication plans aligned with the organisation’s objectives. • Producing innovative creative content for digital and non-digital channels to achieve campaign objectives. Content includes videos, infographics, audio, photographs, and blogs. • Identifying and addressing accessibility needs of online communication products across communications channels such as staff intranets, Departmental websites, nidirect.gov.uk and other relevant websites. • Using data, including analytic software and user feedback, to monitor and analyse channel and platform performance and make recommendations for improvement. • Researching new and emerging marketing and communication opportunities, both offline and online, that may benefit the organisation. • Communicating with key stakeholders and graphic design partners to achieve brand awareness and develop specific campaign messaging and products. • Assisting with media campaigns which includes liaising with Government Advertising Unit, analysing statistics and advising on advertising content. • Overseeing the production and delivery of staff newsletters, and other internal communications e.g. staff surveys; presentations, staff engagement initiatives. • Supporting the updating and monitoring of content on the organisation’s online content and manage Search Engine Optimisation. • Managing the process of responding to or providing part-input to customer complaints, Freedom of Information requests (FOI’s), Assembly Questions (AQ)s, and other correspondence cases, as relevant. • Leading a team and fulfilling line management responsibilities to deliver the functions and responsibilities of the team, including contract management. • Building strong relationships with a wide range of staff and stakeholders to fully understand, advise on and deliver organisational marketing and communication needs. • Ensuring that the team’s budget is managed in line with current guidance through the maintenance of the financial model. The above list is not exhaustive but gives a good indication of the main duties of the post. The emphasis on particular duties will vary over time according to business priorities and needs. TERMS AND CONDITIONS There are currently 3 full-time posts. These posts will be based in: DfC – Causeway Exchange 1-7 Bedford Street, Belfast, BT2 7EG DoF – Lanyon Plaza, 7 Lanyon Place, Belfast, BT1 3LP DfI, DVA – Hydebank House, 4 Hospital Road, Belfast, BT8 8GP Successful candidates must be prepared to work in any location in Northern Ireland. As Staff Officer is a mobile grade, staff may be transferred to any Civil Service post at the same grade in NI. Further appointments may be made from this competition should NICS positions become vacant which have similar duties and responsibilities. Salary Salary will be within the range £34,524 - £35,712 within which pay progression will be performance related. Starting salary will be at the minimum of the scale. If the successful candidate is an existing civil servant, normal pay on promotion/re-grading arrangements will apply. Pensions The NICS offers all employees an attractive pension package. You'll find further details on the Civil Service Pensions (Northern Ireland) website at www.finance-ni.gov.uk/civilservicepensions-ni Holidays In addition to public and privilege holidays, currently 12 days, the annual leave allowance will be 25 days, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. Hours of Work The normal conditioned hours of work are full-time (37 hours net) Monday to Friday. Most offices work flexi-time However, the NICS offers a range of flexibilities to enable a better work-life balance for employees. It is envisaged that some element of home working and / or remote working may be possible in line with the NICS Hybrid Working policy and business need. Travel Access to a form of transport will be required in order to fulfil the responsibilities of this post. Travel throughout Northern Ireland may be required and travel nationally may also be required occasionally. Vetting An appointment will be dependent on the individual satisfying the vetting requirements for the post. The level of vetting required for this post is Baseline standard. Probation Confirmation of appointment will be dependent upon the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of 1 year. If performance, conduct or attendance during this period is not satisfactory the appointment may be terminated. All appointees will be expected to demonstrate a track record of effective service within this period. Career Development The NICS is committed to career development and offers attractive career prospects across a wide variety of roles and professions. Career development is an integral part of the performance management system. Personal Development Plans identify learning and development needs with a view to enhancing skills and capabilities. NI Civil Servants have access to a wide range of internal job opportunities, including secondments with external organisations and are encouraged and supported in proactively managing their career. Conflict of Interest It is a basic requirement of all Civil Servants that their private activities should not bring them in to conflict with their official duties. Conflict of Interest is not limited to the individual’s own private, financial or other interests, as family, friends and associates may also have dealings which affect the Department’s business directly or indirectly. Therefore to avoid any conflict or potential conflict and to demonstrate impartiality to the public at all times, an officer must not, without prior approval, engage in any activity which could be considered to be in conflict with official business. As such, to protect employees and the Department from public criticism, it will be mandatory for the successful candidate to complete a Conflict of Interest declaration on appointment. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Applicants must have, by the closing date for applications: 1. A minimum of 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years of managing successful marketing or communications projects using a range of online and offline communication tools from initial brief to final delivery including experience in 2 out of the 6 areas below: a. Developing and updating online content/websites/intranets; b. Managing and developing content for organisational social media accounts; c. Developing and implementing marketing/communications plans; d. Using digital communications analytics to evaluate and improve communications; e. Designing and delivering staff/stakeholder engagement activities and events; f. Producing digital and non-digital content and products to achieve marketing/communication campaign objectives. AND 2. A minimum of 2 years’ experience of effectively leading a team, communicating with staff and setting team priorities and goals to meet organisational business objectives; AND 3. A minimum of 2 years’ experience of managing the delivery of a quality service including identifying and implementing improvements to meet the requirements of a diverse range of customers;
Student Placement, Building Control
**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary The Building Control team is responsible for the effective and efficient administration and enforcement of Building Regulation Legislation and Dangerous Structure Legislation across the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Hours of work 36 hours per week. Duration of Appointment Fixed term contract for 50 weeks commencing September 2024. Work Pattern Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday. Location and transferability Based in Council Offices, Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick, these posts will work across the Council District of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Whilst the current vacant post is based in either Downpatrick, suitable candidates who are placed on a reserve list may be offered a similar post in other Council locations. The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary Scale 1b SCP 3-4, currently £22,737 - £23,114 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
In-custody Careers Adviser
Job Role We’re recruiting a Careers Adviser to join our In-Custody Information, Advice team. If you’re passionate about helping people, we’d love to hear from you! Working in custody, you’ll support our participants by providing career advice and guidance and helping them explore their learning and employment options in preparation for life in the community. You’ll use a variety of delivery methods, including the coordination of job fairs or sectors specific talks, plus visits from employers or motivational speakers. We’ll need your excellent communication skills as you encourage participant engagement and form positive relationships with those you are supporting. You’ll also help build confidence and break down barriers. This role does require a Level 4 Diploma Careers Information and Advice qualification, however, if you don’t currently hold this we are able to support you through the qualification once you’re in post. Our ideal candidate will have experience in delivering careers advice, however, we’re mainly looking for someone with an engaging personality, who is comfortable working with a diverse group of people and can provide a warm and welcoming experience whilst helping our participants take their first steps back into learning or employment. This is a rewarding role that will allow you to utilise your current skills to influence, support and encourages others to build a better future. In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range of £26,000 - £29,545 per annum (for those qualified at L4) or £23,400 - £24,500 per annum (unqualified) you will need to undertake IAG L4 within 1st year of employment within the company. Great additional benefits: Additional Information INTERVENTIONS ALLIANCE is the Justice and Social Care division of Seetec, delivering tailored support to participants across a range of contracts, including CFO Activity Hubs, Education, Training and Employment (ETE), Accommodation, Personal Wellbeing and Approved Premises. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to build a better future, regardless of their past choices or the challenges they face. We are committed to combining our knowledge, skills and talents across the justice and social care sectors to deliver services and interventions that overcome the barriers that hold people back from living more fulfilled lives. Ultimately, our aim is to equip individuals with the necessary skills needed to desist from offending, successfully reintegrate into their local communities and address barriers to work. Interventions Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values. You will be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Seetec - Interventions Alliance supports the recruitment of ex-offenders and will not discriminate in any way. Our full policy statement of “Ex-Offenders” can be found on our website under” About us” Interventions Alliance is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Care Attendant
The Summer Activity Scheme aims to provide inclusive physical activities for young people with disabilities between the ages of 7-17 years in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area. Through this Scheme, the young people will be introduced to different forms of physical activity which will breakdown existing barriers to their participation and enhance their active lifestyles, health and confidence. The post holders will be required to assist with the co-ordination and organisation of the programme of activities and care for the young people attending the Scheme. This will include attending to the young people’s personal needs and ensuring their safety and wellbeing whilst adhering to Council policies and procedures. All correspondence in relation to your application will be sent via email. Please ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number is provided when filling out the application form. Applicants must advise of any changes to contact details during the process. Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. Correspondence will only be sent by post where an applicant has submitted a manual application form. Human Resources Section (Banbridge Office) Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council Old Technical School 3 Downshire Road Banbridge Co Down BT32 3JY T: 028 406 60608
Floor Manager
Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with over 60,000 colleagues and over 3,400 stores across several retail fascias in over 30 markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. Role Overview: As part of the in-store team you will provide visual support to the store, engaging our customers by creative productplacement and utilising the latest fashion trends. You will create window and in store displays whilst maximising storeprofitability through enticing visual concepts. Customer Service Due to the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it takes time to review them all. If you don't hear back within two weeks of you applying, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful on this occasion Applications that meet the skills criteria will be contacted for a 1st stage meeting with the talent team. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with the hiring manager. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
E-commerce Manager
With 17 branches, a strong on-line trading platform and centralised warehousing and distribution facilities Fane Valley Stores is Northern Irelands leading supplier of animal health and agricultural products to farmers and the rural community. Our aim is to exceed the expectations of our customers. If you are passionate about online sales growth, join us as our E-Commerce Manager and lead our digital retail strategy at our Head Office in Moira. E-Commerce Manager Job Ref No: FVS/ECM/05/24 The Role: In return, the company offers an attractive rate of pay and benefits package which includes Healthcare Plan for employees and their children under 18, Company Pension & Life Assurance, Health & Well-Being strategy which incorporates a range of on-going initiatives and programmes. To request an application form please contact the HR Department at Fane Valley. Email: hr@fanevalley.com, Tel: (028) 9261 0480 or apply on our GET GOT platform: https://fanevalley.getgotjobs.co.uk Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm on Thursday 23rd May 2024. Fane Valley Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Firefighter ON-CALL, Fire Station
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) wish to invite applications for On-Call Firefighters in the following station: Comber Fire Station On-Call Firefighters play a critical role in protecting the local community and many of our fire stations depend on the contribution of our part time firefighters to ensure we can respond to emergency calls. This is a worthwhile and rewarding role providing an opportunity to work as part of a team, receive excellent training and develop a wide range of skills and experience. In order to fulfil the role you will need to meet the required standard of physical fitness and be able to meet a range of other criteria including the ability to respond to emergency calls by attending the fire station within 5 minutes of being alerted and the ability to attend a mandatory 2 hour drill night each week. Your availability to respond to calls is critical to this role and you will need to be available for a minimum of either 40 hours, 90 hours or 100 hours each week, depending upon the contract you wish to apply for. There are core periods of time during which you must be available. Full details of the availability requirements are set out in the Candidate Information Pack. If you are already in employment you can still work as an On-Call firefighter as long as your employer gives you consent to attend emergency calls. If you believe you could meet the requirements of the role the full details are available in the Candidate Information Pack which you will find in the Careers Section of the NIFRS website at www.nifrs.org. All applications must be submitted online no later than 12.00 noon on Monday 3rd June 2024. For information on open evenings please visit www.nifrs.org Please note, to obtain a copy of the Candidate Information Pack, you will need to download this and other supporting vacancy documentation before the closing date. This can be accessed via the online vacancy page at https://nifrs.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Select the On-Call Firefighter vacancy and click on ‘Job Details’ in order to obtain the Candidate Information Pack and other vacancy documentation. Alternatively, if you register with GetGot as a profile user, this information will be available by logging into your GetGot profile. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by females and applications from this group are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.
Apprentice, Horticulture
Working as a member of the Horticulture team, this apprentice position is intended for someone motivated to pursue a career as a professional horticulturist and contribute to the maintenance and development of facilities managed by the Parks & Cemeteries Service. The post holder will undertake a four-year apprenticeship scheme, attending formal college and receiving workplace tuition. Please Note:
Medical Officer
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The post holder will report to the Occupational Health Consultant, and will work closely with the Occupational Health Senior Management Team to provide a comprehensive occupational health service. The main duties of the post will include: • assisting in providing advice and guidance to all Government Departments, Executive Agencies including the NI Prison Service and other public bodies on their occupational health, safety and hygiene responsibilities; • medical examinations in Belfast, and occasionally centres elsewhere in Northern Ireland, of employees referred to OHS by client bodies, including in relation to recruitment, fitness for post, health surveillance and sickness absence. In addition to medical examinations, face to face and remote consultations are also provided; • providing pension medical advice on cases referred to OHS by Civil Service Pensions; • providing medical advice on cases referred to the OHS by a range of other agencies (currently under review); • working with the OHS multi-disciplinary team in promoting and maintaining an occupational health service for the NICS including participation in health promotion activities; and • collaborating with client bodies in assisting them to meet their occupational health needs. This list is not exhaustive; other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time TERMS AND CONDITIONS There are currently two permanent, full time vacancies. However, we are open to discussions about alternative work patterns that support a healthy work-life balance and applications will be considered from candidates wishing to work reduced hours. Further appointments may be made from this competition should NICS positions become vacant which require the same eligibility criteria and have similar duties and responsibilities. Location These posts will be based at Bruce Street, Belfast. The NICS operates a Hybrid Working Policy which allows staff to work between the office and remote working locations/home, based on business needs. While OHS provides a front line service which in the main requires attendance in the medical suite an element of remote work/home working can be considered. Salary Salary will be within the range £65,409 - £71,353 within which pay progression will be performance related. Starting salary will be at the minimum of the scale. If the successful candidate is an existing civil servant, normal pay on promotion/re-grading arrangements will apply. Pensions The NICS offers all employees an attractive pension package. You'll find further details on the Civil Service Pensions (Northern Ireland) website at www.finance-ni.gov.uk/civilservicepensions-ni Holidays In addition to public and privilege holidays, currently 12 days, the annual leave allowance will be 25 days, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. Hours of Work The normal conditioned hours of work are full-time (37 hours net) Monday to Friday. Most offices work flexi-time. However, the NICS offers a range of flexibilities to enable a better work-life balance for employees. It is envisaged that some element of home working and / or remote working may be possible in line with the NICS Hybrid Working policy and business need. Travel Access to a form of transport will be required in order to fulfil the responsibilities of this post. Travel throughout Northern Ireland will be required. Vetting An appointment will be dependent on the individual satisfying the vetting requirements for the post. The level of vetting required for this post is Counter Terrorism Check (CTC). Probation Confirmation of appointment will be dependent upon the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of 1 year. If performance, conduct or attendance during this period is not satisfactory the appointment may be terminated. CONDITION OF APPOINTMENT (see Eligibility Criterion 3) Successful candidates will be required to attain Diploma in Occupational Medicine through the Faculty of Occupational Medicine within 5 years of appointment to the post. Candidates must be available to undertake the necessary course of study which will include a requirement to undertake some work and activity during their own time. Failure to achieve Diploma in Occupational Medicine through the Faculty of Occupational Medicine within a maximum of 5 years of appointment or, withdrawal from the training route at any stage, may result in the termination of your appointment. Failure to Complete Course of Study Where you decide not to complete the course, you will be required to refund costs on a pro-rata basis, except in exceptional circumstances. Career Development The NICS is committed to career development and offers attractive career prospects across a wide variety of roles and professions. Career development is an integral part of the performance management system. Personal Development Plans identify learning and development needs with a view to enhancing skills and capabilities. NI Civil Servants have access to a wide range of internal job opportunities, including secondments with external organisations and are encouraged and supported in proactively managing their career. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Applicants must, by the closing date for applications: 1. Currently hold, or be entitled to hold, full registration with the General Medical Council and a valid licence to practise medicine in the UK*. AND 2. Have the equivalent of at least 3 years' post full registration (or post entitlement to hold full registration) clinical experience**, gained within the last 7 years. AND 3. Be prepared to gain the Diploma in Occupational Medicine through the Faculty of Occupational Medicine within 5 years of appointment to the post. *Candidates must obtain the necessary registration and valid licence by the date of appointment. **Clinical experience is defined as having worked in, for example, general practice, general medicine, surgery, psychiatry or occupational medicine. Equivalent professional membership: give details of the professional membership held and reasons why you consider it to be equivalent to the membership required. The onus is on you to provide the panel with details of the professional membership so that a well-informed decision can be made. You will be required to provide documentary evidence of your professional membership at interview so please ensure you have these readily available. SHORTLISTING CRITERIA In addition applicants should be aware that after an eligibility sift, should it be necessary to shortlist candidates to go forward to interview, the following shortlisting criteria will be used: 1. (a) Possess a recognised qualification in Occupational Medicine. OR 1. (b) Possess a higher specialist medical qualification awarded by a Royal College, Faculty or University The selection process will consist of a competence based interview. COMPETENCE BASED INTERVIEWS Selection panels will design questions to test the applicant’s knowledge and experience in each of the above areas and award marks accordingly. No notes or personal documentation may be brought into the interview room. 1. Leading and Communicating At all levels, effectiveness in this area is about leading from the front and communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. It is about supporting principles of fairness of opportunity for all and a dedication to a diverse range of citizens. Marks available: 20 2. Making Effective Decisions Effectiveness in this area is about being objective, using sound judgement, evidence and knowledge to provide accurate, expert and professional advice. For all staff, it means showing clarity of thought, setting priorities, analysing and using evidence to evaluate options before arriving at well reasoned, justifiable decisions. Marks available: 20 3. Managing a Quality Service Effectiveness in this area is about being organised to deliver service objectives and striving to improve the quality of service, taking account of diverse customer needs and requirements. People who are effective plan, organise and manage their time and activities to deliver a high quality and efficient service, applying programme and project management approaches to support service delivery. Marks available: 20 4. Delivering at Pace Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes. For all staff, it is about working to agreed goals and activities and dealing with challenges in a responsive and constructive way Marks available: 20 5. Collaborating and Partnering People skilled in this area create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the NICS, to help to achieve business objectives and goals. At all levels, it requires working collaboratively, sharing information and building supportive, responsive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, whilst having the confidence to challenge assumptions. Marks available: 20 6. Changing and Improving People who are effective in this area are responsive, innovative and seek out opportunities to create effective change. For all staff, it is about being open to change, suggesting ideas for improvements to the way things are done, and working in ‘smarter’, more focused ways. Marks available: 20 Total Marks Available: 120 Overall Pass Mark: 72 INTERVIEWS It is intended that interviews for this post will take place in Bruce Street during week commencing 24th June 2024. NICS COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK The selection process will assess candidates against the NICS competency framework at level 4. The NICS competency framework sets out how all NICS employees should work. It puts the Civil Service values of integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality at the heart of everything they do, and it aligns to the three highlevel leadership behaviours that every civil servant needs to model as appropriate to their role and level of responsibility: Set Direction; Engage People and Deliver Results. Competencies are the skills, knowledge and behaviours that lead to successful performance. The framework outlines ten competencies, which are grouped into three clusters. The competencies are intended to be discrete and cumulative, with each level building on the levels below i.e. a person demonstrating a competency at level 3 should be demonstrating levels 1 and 2 as a matter of course.
Service Controller/Administrators
Key functions & responsibilities Answer incoming calls to the centre in a friendly and professional manner Take accurate and detailed information from caller regarding breakdowns Log all calls on to job management system (FSM) Prioritise and assign jobs to technicians in a timely and efficient way Ensure customer is kept informed, at all times, of the various stages of each job Build strong external & internal relationships Follow up jobs to ensure customer satisfaction and deal with any queries immediately Ensure all jobs have followed the correct purchase order procedure for that customer Skills, experience and personality Ensure accurate records kept of any call-backs Complete stage one validations on jobs in line with agreed procedures Chase and update outstanding customer purchase orders Process customer payments Update system with customer staff/preference changes Any other duties as required to assist other staff and maintain a safe, clean and happy office environment Personal Style and Characteristics
