Chairperson – Historic Buildings Council (HBC)
The Council acts as a statutory advisor to the Department for Communities (DfC) covering historic buildings. This supports the work of DfC in treasuring the past and thereby enriching the future, recognising the multiple ways in which the historic environment can support our prosperity, strengthen our society and shape our character.
Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a significant contribution to the protection and development of Northern Ireland’s unique and important historic environment? If so, applications are sought for the appointment of the Chair to the Historic Buildings Council (HBC).
Applications are welcome from a wide range of people who have an interest in public service, including those who are looking for an opportunity to use their skills and experience. We would particularly welcome applications from women, people with a disability, young people and people from minority ethnic groups for these positions. A Guaranteed Interview Scheme is in place for those applicants with a disability.
Further information on the competition including the essential criteria can be found in the Candidate Information Booklet.
The closing date is 12 noon on Monday 23 September 2024. Late applications will not be considered.
How to apply
As hybrid working is currently in place, the office is not manned at all times so we would request that you please send:
* a completed application form and
* an equal opportunities monitoring form
via e-mail to publicappointments@communities-ni.gov.uk
If you are unable to return your completed forms via e-mail and wish to either post or hand-deliver them, please advise the Department in advance or call (028) 90 819 417. The office address is:
Public Appointments
Governance Unit
Department for Communities
Level 5
Causeway Exchange
1-7 Bedford Street
Belfast
BT2 7EG
Additional information
* Public Appointments Guide – An overview of Public Appointments in Northern Ireland and helpful information for those wishing to apply (external link opens in a new window / tab)
* CPANI Guidance on conflicts of interest, integrity and how to raise a complaint (external link opens in a new window / tab)
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