Non Executive Board Member – Department of Justice (DoJ)
*Closes 15th May*
The Department of Justice, together with its Agencies, Non-Departmental Public Bodies (NDPBs) and stakeholders, supports the Minister of Justice in delivering on the mission of ‘working in partnership to create a fair, just and safe community where we respect the law and each other’. The Department has a range of devolved policing and justice functions as set out in the Northern Ireland Act 1998 (Devolution of Policing and Justice Functions) Order 2010. The Department is responsible for the resourcing, legislative and policy framework of the justice system.
We are seeking candidates who can meet the following criteria: Managing and Influencing Relationships; Strategic Focus; Corporate Governance and Organisational Leadership.
The time commitment is expected to be up to 15-20 days per year, dependent on the role offered, to include preparation for and attendance at meetings. The fees payable in relation will be £500 per day (or pro-rata), plus expenses. Meetings are normally held at locations in the greater Belfast region (based on the appointed position) but can also be held at a range of departmental offices across Northern Ireland, including Prison Establishments.
The successful candidates will be expected to take up their respective positions from 1 August 2024. The appointments will be for an initial period of three years with the possibility of renewal.
THE DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 12 NOON (UK LOCAL TIME) ON WEDNESDAY 15 MAY 2024. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
It is anticipated that interviews will be held during weeks commencing Monday 3 June 2024 and Monday 10 June 2024.
* or by writing to: Non-Executive Board Member Competition 2024, Department of Justice, Governance Unit, Room B5.12, Castle Buildings, Stormont Estate, Belfast, BT4 3SG.
* Candidate information packs and application forms can be provided in alternative formats on request.
Equality of Opportunity
The Department of Justice is committed to the principles of public appointments based on merit with independent assessment, openness and transparency of process. The Department is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all applicants. Applications are welcomed regardless of age, gender, disability, marital status, religion, ethnic origin, political opinion, sexual orientation or whether or not you have dependants. In keeping with the NICS Policy on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, we would also welcome applications from those not currently serving on public bodies.
We are operating the Guaranteed Interview Scheme in this competition for applicants with a disability.
Department of Justice
Governance Unit
5 th Floor
Block B, Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate
BELFAST
BT4 3SG
The deadline for receipt of applications is 12:00 GMT on Wednesday, 15 May 2024.
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