Job ref: 25098 Job type: Permanent Location: Horizon House Salary: HLMT 3 Closing date: Monday 22 Sep 2025 10:30 Job summary Post: Head of Performance and Business Management Location: Head Office, 18 O'Neill Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6WB Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week Interview Dates: It is envisaged that interviews will be conducted on Monday 29th and Tuesday 30th September 2025. Job Summary and Purpose: To ensure that the performance of NI Hospice is effectively measured across a critical set of performance measures relating to care, education, income and corporate services and that the organisation operates within a robust and quality risk and governance framework. To utilise the performance framework to support with strategic direction for the organisation in conjunction with the Hospice Leadership team and Board of Trustees. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) this position plays a pivotal role in delivering the overall Strategy for NI Hospice and ensures that we can demonstrate organisational excellence. The post holder will develop and utilise performance related data to inform strategic decisions, engaging directly with the executive team and the board of trustees. The postholder ensures that NI Hospice operates in accordance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and contractual obligations, including health and safety. The postholder ensures all information for external reporting requirements to statutory bodies e.g., RQIA, ICO, Charities Commission, Fundraising Regulator etc. are delivered on time, paying attention to detail and ensuring accuracy. The role is responsible for reporting on risk and performance, escalating matters of concern to senior management and supporting solutions to address areas for improvement. What we offer: Attractive Terms & Conditions apply including:- Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, starting at 27 days per year, which increases with service along with 10 Statutory days each year (pro rata for part time) Focus on Employee Wellbeing Initiatives Training & Development Opportunities Comprehensive induction training programme Employee Assistance Programme including access to 24/7 Doctors support. Cashback health scheme Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers Various salary sacrifice schemes. Free onsite car parking Subsidised canteen For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Specification below. If you have any queries, please contact a member of the People & Development Team via email to or phone. The closing date for applications is Monday 22nd September (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: Getgot FAQs. 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. "We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons" To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register