Dates: 1-January-2009 to 31-December-2011

Ards Borough Council is offering a secondment opportunity for an Equality/ Compliance Officer The main function of the post is to support the delivery of the various elements defined in the Council’s Equality Scheme and to assist with mainstreaming the equality ethos throughout the organisation. The post holder will also be required to assist with ensuring the Council’s compliance with various other statutory obligations including Freedom of Information, Disability Discrimination and Human Rights.

Dates: 1-January-2009 to 31-December-2011

The Office of the Northern Ireland Ombudsman is a popular title for two statutory offices: o The Assembly Ombudsman for Northern Ireland; and o The Northern Ireland Commissioner for Complaints The Ombudsman is independent of government and has wide statutory powers. The legislation governing each Office was revised in 1996 with a further amendment in 1997. The purpose of the Office of the Ombudsman is to provide an independent, effective and free system for investigating complaints from people who claim to have suffered personal injustice through maladministration by Northern Ireland government departments, agencies, public and local bodies and the Health and Personal Social Services. The post offers the opportunity to apply innovative and creative approaches, to identify and interpret relevant legislation, statutory regulations and administrative policies and procedures and, importantly, to understand the basis of each complaint and demonstrate an attention to detail. Cases can be demanding and challenging. The Office fosters a hard-working, productive environment that encourages professional development and teamwork in achieving robust performance targets.

Dates: 14-July-2008 to 10-April-2009

A Local Development Officer is sought from the Community / Voluntary sector to work in support of the Pathways to Work for Lone Parents pilot project. The postholder will support the pilot which is operating in 3 Jobs & Benefits offices (JBOs) - Lisburn, Knockbreda and Shaftesbury Square. The Local Development Officer’s role will be to support Personal Advisers and other JBO staff by forging links and working relationships between them and a wide range of organisations offering opportunities and support in the community to lone parents. Such organisations may include Extended Schools providers, Sure Start and other childcare providers, as well as voluntary and community sector bodies offering services to lone parents. Such links will - i) optimise the flow of information about childcare and community initiatives to Personal Advisers and lone parents; ii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer and local JBO staff and managers to market DEL products and services directly to the organisations and the lone parent client group; and, iii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer and local managers and staff to influence voluntary and community groups providing services for lone parents to encourage the client group to become active in the labour market.

Dates: 30-June-2008 to 26-June-2009

The Department for Social Development is responsible for urban regeneration and community development and for leading, co-ordinating and driving forward the government’s efforts to tackle deprivation. The Department’s mission – together, tackling disadvantage, building communities – encapsulates what we hope to achieve and within that context the Department is currently delivering a range of initiatives and programmes including the Community Support Programme. The aim of the Community Support Programme is “To strengthen local communities, increase community participation and promote social inclusion through the stimulation and support of community groups, community activity and local advice services.” This programme is delivered in partnership with all 26 local councils in Northern Ireland. A key responsibility of this post will be to review the current Community Support Programme 2006 – 2009 and development of the programme further for the period April 2009 – 2012. The post holder will be required to work closely with colleagues in the Voluntary and Community Unit and with other stakeholders. The postholder will also be responsible for the delivery of the Local Community Fund.

Dates: 23-June-2008 to 18-June-2010

The Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA) has two Policy Officer Secondment opportunities. Working in the context of the Review of Public Administration, the post holders will be required to support the development of policy in relation to the implementation of the Review of Public Administration in local government.The post holders will work with a range of stakeholders carrying out research, drafting papers, presenting findings and reporting to working groups and policy development panels.

Dates: 23-June-2008 to 18-June-2010

The Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA) has two Policy Assistant secondment opportunities. Working in the context of the Review of Public Administration, the post holders will be required to provide assistance in the development of policy in relation to the implementation of the Review of Public Administration in local government. The post holders will be required to provide secretariat services to policy development panels and working groups as well as assisting the work of the panels by undertaking research, drafting papers, presenting findings and reporting to working groups and policy development panels.

Dates: 20-June-2008 to 20-June-2008

Banbridge District Council (BDC) is offering a secondment opportunity for a Home Safety Officer (15 hours per week). The postholder will be responsible for undertaking and co-ordinating initiatives to increase safety and reduce accidents in the home. The postholder will target the households of older people and families with children under the age of 5years old, living in areas of deprivation. This will be achieved through the provision of advice, information, practical help, and support and safety equipment. The postholder will be responsible to the Principal Environmental Health Officer (PEHO) at Southern Group Environmental Health Committee (SGEHC) through the Environmental Health Manager, Banbridge District Council where the Officer will be based. This is in relation to the overall direction of the project, co ordination of activities with the other Home Safety Officers and for gathering statistical returns.

Dates: 16-June-2008 to 16-June-2008

The Department of Finance and Personnel has a secondment opportunity for a Delivery Review Consultant within the Performance and Efficiency Delivery Unit (PEDU). Background The underlying purpose of the Unit is to provide a focus for a much more radical approach to identifying ways of improving the efficiency, performance and delivery of all parts of the public sector in NI. This DFP Unit reports directly to the Minister for Finance and Personnel. The role of the Unit will include the following: (a) Assessing Departmental Delivery against key targets and commitments within the Programme for Government. (b) Undertaking analyses and reviews of spending and performance in selected areas of public expenditure from within the programmes funded by the Executive and Assembly. (c) Driving a focus on Performance Management within Departments and Agencies that emphasises the importance of translating financial inputs into measurable outputs. (d) The Unit should also be able to challenge assumptions about our present organisational structures and how we go about the business of delivering services on the ground. This could extend to challenges as to the range and scope of activities undertaken within the boundaries of the public sector. A Ministerial advisory panel has been established to provide the Minster with a separate source of advice. The panel comprises of 3 individuals who provide high calibre advice, expertise and experience in delivering step changes in services. The Panel members are: Frank Cushnahan - a corporate banker by profession and former Chairman of Belfast Harbour Commissioners. Sir Michael Barber - a leading expert on public service delivery and probably best known for establishing and leading the Prime Minister's Delivery Unit. Dennis Licence – a retired Managing Director of First Trust Bank.

Dates: 16-June-2008 to 12-June-2009

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for a Communications Officer for a period of 1 year which may be extended, subject to the agreement of all parties. The main purpose of the job is to develop and implement Armagh City and District Council’s communications strategy. The postholder will be based at Armagh City and District Council, Council Offices, The Palace Demesne, Armagh, BT60 4EL and will initially be responsible to the Strategic Director of Corporate Services.

Dates: 16-June-2008 to 12-June-2009

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for a Diversity and Policy Officer for a period of 1 years which may be extended, subject to the agreement of all parties. The main purpose of the job is to facilitate the mainstreaming of equality, human rights and good relations within Armagh City and District Council and take the lead role in implementation of the Council’s Equality Scheme to ensure compliance with the requirements of Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act, 1998. The postholder will also be required to assist senior managers and working groups of Armagh City and District Council with the review and development of corporate policy and to coordinate the development and updating of the Council’s Corporate Plan.

Dates: 9-June-2008 to 5-June-2009

An opportunity exists for an experienced, qualified Environmental Health Practitioner, Technical Officer, Environmental Consultant or Environmental Scientist to join the Air and Environmental Quality team within DOE’s Planning and Environmental Policy Group for a period of 1 year (with the possibility of an extension, subject to the agreement of all parties). The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and provision of policy and technical advice to Ministers, senior officials within the Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS), other UK government departments, district councils and Non Government Organisations on, noise, air, industrial pollution prevention control and environmental quality matters.

Dates: 2-June-2008 to 28-February-2009

An opportunity has arisen for a Policy and Legislation Officer in Rating Policy Division within the Central Finance Group of DFP. Rating Policy Division is responsible for reviewing current rating policy, developing new policies and legislating for final policy decisions arising out of the Executive’s further review of the domestic rating system. This review is one of the Executive’s top reform priorities and is both high profile and fast moving. It also has close links with other major reform programmes currently underway, including water reform and housing affordability. The Division is also responsible for non-domestic rating policy. On this front, there are a number of key policies and procedures around the forthcoming Non Domestic revaluation, as well as the potential for other significant parity measures, which will also require further development work and legislation. This post represents an opportunity to gain valuable experience by involvement in developing policy and drafting instructions for primary legislation as well as drafting subordinate legislation.

Dates: 27-May-2008 to 27-May-2008

Castlereagh Borough Council has a secondment opportunity for a Human Resource Manager. The Human Resource Manager will have responsibility for the organisation, development and effective delivery of a range of human resource services within the Council. He/she will provide professional advice, support and guidance to the Chief Executive, Management team and staff on all human resource issues, policies and procedures. He/she will inform and facilitate policy review and development for delivery of the Human Resources Service acting as the Director of Administration and Community Services primary source of advice on efficient and effective forward planning of the service. RESPONSIBLE FOR: Human Resource Advisor (Supervisory Duties), Human Resource Advisor (Generalist), Human Resource Advisor (Single Status), Health and Safety Officer and Administrative Assistant (Single Status).

Dates: 27-May-2008 to 26-November-2008

The Fisheries Conservancy Board for Northern Ireland is a non-Departmental Public Body established under the Fisheries Act with responsibility for the conservation and protection of fisheries in Northern Ireland. The Fisheries Conservancy Board for Northern Ireland (FCBNI) has a secondment opportunity for a Fishery Conservation Officer. The secondee will be assigned to an experienced, local officer.

Dates: 19-May-2008 to 18-November-2009

The Northern Ireland Assembly has a secondment opportunity for a Good Relations Manager. The postholder’s key role is to ensure that the Northern Ireland Assembly Commission’s obligations under Section 75 are met with regard to good relations and equality issues.

Dates: 5-May-2008 to 4-May-2009

An opportunity exists for an experienced, qualified Environmental Health Practitioner to join the Air and Environmental Quality team within DOE’s Planning and Environmental Policy Group for a period of 1 year (with the possibility of an extension, subject to the agreement of all parties). The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and provision of policy and technical advice to Ministers, senior officials within the Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS), other UK government departments, district councils and Non Government Organisations on, noise, air, industrial pollution prevention control and environmental quality matters.

Dates: 1-May-2008 to 30-April-2009

A vacancy exists for an Auditor in the Office of the Commissioner for Public Appointments for Northern Ireland (OCPA NI). OCPA NI’s role is to regulate, monitor and report on the process for making Ministerial appointments to public bodies in Northern Ireland. Although sponsored by the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister, OCPA NI operates at arms length from the Department.

Dates: 1-May-2008 to 30-April-2010

Job Purpose. The Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA) has a secondment opportunity for a Director of Improvement. Working in the context of the Review of Public Administration, the post holder will have the lead role in ensuring a strategic approach to Local Government improvement and modernisation. The post holder will work with a range of stakeholders to broker and lead modernisation projects on issues related to eGovernment and use of technology; Sharing/Collaborative services; Procurement; Performance Management and Customer Relationship Management. Additionally, as part of the corporate management team, the post holder will contribute to the general strategic management of NILGA.

Dates: 25-February-2008 to 24-November-2008

The Northern Ireland Assembly has a secondment opportunity for a Web Publisher. The postholder’s key role is to ensure that the Assembly’s Website is informative, easy to navigate and is accessible and up to date. The postholder reports directly to the Information Standards Officer. The post is currently one of three and is primarily concerned with publishing material on the Assembly website and producing a Weekly Information Bulletin. There may be times when the post holder will provide support to the media and deliver the media monitoring service.

Dates: 25-February-2008 to 24-February-2009

B4B is a structured business-networking environment for individuals, organisations and companies wishing to seek out and create business opportunities in an open and relaxed environment. We are currently wishing to second a Business Development Executive to the B4B Network who will have the responsibility of assisting the Business Development Manager in developing the network in terms of recruiting new members, recruiting sponsors, organising monthly networking events and helping to develop a sustainable network.

Dates: 18-February-2008 to 17-February-2009

A Local Development Officer is sought from the Community / Voluntary sector to work in support of the Pathways to Work for Lone Parents pilot project. The postholder will support the pilot which is operating in 4 Jobs & Benefits offices (JBOs) - Limavady, Lisburn, Knockbreda and Shaftesbury Square. The Local Development Officer’s role will be to support Personal Advisers and other JBO staff by forging links and working relationships between them and a wide range of organisations offering opportunities and support in the community to lone parents. Such organisations may include Extended Schools providers, Sure Start and other childcare providers, as well as voluntary and community sector bodies offering services to lone parents. Such links will - i) optimise the flow of information about childcare and community initiatives to Personal Advisers and lone parents; ii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer and local JBO staff and managers to market DEL products and services directly to the organisations and the lone parent client group; and, iii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer and local managers and staff to influence voluntary and community groups providing services for lone parents to encourage the client group to become active in the labour market.

Dates: 2-January-2008 to 1-January-2009

A Local Development Officer is sought from the Community / Voluntary sector to work in support of the Pathways to Work for Lone Parents pilot project. The postholder will support the pilot which is operating in 4 Jobs & Benefits offices (JBOs) - Limavady, Lisburn, Knockbreda and Shaftesbury Square. The Local Development Officer’s role will be to support Personal Advisers and other JBO staff by forging links and working relationships between them and a wide range of organisations offering opportunities and support in the community to lone parents. Such organisations may include Extended Schools providers, Sure Start and other childcare providers, as well as voluntary and community sector bodies offering services to lone parents. Such links will - i) optimise the flow of information about childcare and community initiatives to Personal Advisers and lone parents; ii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer and local JBO staff and managers to market DEL products and services directly to the organisations and the lone parent client group; and, iii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer and local managers and staff to influence voluntary and community groups providing services for lone parents to encourage the client group to become active in the labour market.

Dates: 2-January-2008 to 1-July-2008

Mencap has a secondment opportunity for a Project Development Co-ordinator. The successful candidate will complete a fully developed business and project plan based on the existing LiveNet project concept within the required timescale (anticipated January – July 2008). For more information about the project, contact pauline.spence@mencap.org.uk, tel: 028 9069 0162 Mencap is the UK's largest charity working with people with a learning disability, their families and carers. Learning disability is a lifelong condition, acquired before, during, or soon after birth, which affects someone's ability to learn. Visit www.mencap.co.uk for more information on Mencap or learning disability.

Dates: 2-January-2008 to 1-April-2009

The Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure wishes to second a Finance and Accounting Project Manager to the Northern Ireland Library Authority Implementation Team (NILAIT). The secondee will provide expert, professional assistance to the Chief Executive (Designate) and will lead a team responsible for the design, development and implementation of robust financial and accounting structures and systems for the new organisation. He/she will require good project management skills; be a self-starter; and be able to motivate staff. Strong interpersonal skills are essential as the post will involve frequent contact with Education and Library Boards, DCAL and other stakeholders, as well as with a wide range of other professionals and organisations.

Dates: 28-December-2007 to 27-April-2008

PRONI has a secondment opportunity for a librarian. The successful candidate will help PRONI to provide an effective and efficient library service that meets the needs of staff and public. PRONI Reference Library for staff and public (approx 3,000 items) to assist in using, interpreting and understanding the archives. The type of printed material held includes, for example: books and journals on archive administration, records management, preservation and conservation, the promotion of archives, the educational use of archives as well as a range of historical, local and family history books and journals.

Dates: 10-December-2007 to 9-December-2008

The Northern Ireland Assembly has a secondment opportunity for an Assistant Librarian 1. The successful candidate will play a significant role in the development of Library services to MLA's amongst others through contributing to all areas of library activity. 2. As part of a team of professional librarians the Assistant Librarian will work in co-operation with these to ensure a professional, timely, accurate and non-partisan service is maintained at all times. 3. The Assistant Librarian will have the opportunity to contribute to library policy and procedures that contribute to the smooth operation of Assembly business 4. The Assistant Librarian will have the opportunity to line manage non professional staff

Dates: 12-November-2007 to 11-November-2009

Translink wishes to offer a secondment opportunity for a Records and Information Manager. The successful candidate will play a significant role in the development and management of effective information and records management systems across Translink, ensuring that the organisation has an accessible and comprehensive records & information framework and that effective performance management reporting systems are in place.

Dates: 1-November-2007 to 31-October-2008

B4B is a structured business-networking environment for individuals, organisations and companies wishing to seek out and create business opportunities in an open and relaxed environment. We are currently wishing to second a Business Development Manager to the B4B Network who will have the responsibility of developing the network in terms of recruiting new members, recruiting sponsors, organising monthly networking events and helping to develop a sustainable network.

Dates: 15-October-2007 to 14-July-2008

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for a HR Officer. The main purpose of the job is to provide a professional, high quality human resource service to Council departments and to assist with organisational development including development of policies and procedures and implementation of initiatives. The postholder will work as part of the Corporate Services Department across a range of HR functions. The main focus will be to provide advice to departments and managers on employee relations issues and managing HR aspects of change management projects which will include Single Status.

Dates: 8-October-2007 to 7-April-2008

POST: Programmer The Information Systems (IS) Office within the Northern Ireland Assembly is seeking an individual to provide support of IT desktop equipment (PCs and printers) and related services used by Assembly Members (MLAs), Party support staff and Assembly Secretariat staff. The bulk of the 800 PCs and 500 printers in use are located in Parliament Buildings. Each Assembly Member also has a Constituency Office where IT equipment is used; these are at various locations throughout Northern Ireland. This post requires a combination of technical skills and strong inter-personal skills, and will involve frequent direct contact with Members, their staff and Secretariat staff in support of the ICT services on which the efficient operation of the Assembly depends. They will work in a team of ICT specialists. They will assist in the effective running of the NI Assembly ICT infrastructure through the care of the physical network, the server equipment, the provision of desktop services and provision of an ICT Service Desk.

Dates: 8-October-2007 to 7-April-2008

The Northern Ireland Assembly has a secondment opportunity for a Payroll Clerk. The Payroll Clerk reports directly to the Payroll Supervisor and has the following duties and responsibilities. • Processing all salary amendments and adjustments. • Providing prompt and accurate responses to all salary queries • Contributing to the provision of accurate and relevant information and advice • Liaising with, and providing advice and assistance to Assembly members • Contributing positively to the overall development of the Pay Section.

Dates: 8-October-2007 to 7-April-2008

The Northern Ireland Assembly has a secondment opportunity for a Payroll Supervisor. The Payroll Supervisor reports directly to the Payroll Manager and has the following duties and responsibilities. • Planning, organising and maintaining all payroll systems • Providing prompt and accurate responses to all salary queries • Contributing to the provision of accurate and relevant information and advice to senior management. • Liaising with Assembly members and providing advice and assistance to them to allow them to fulfil their role as small employers. • Contributing to the overall management of the Pay Section. • Supervising, motivating and developing staff and evaluating performance. • Contributing positively to the overall management of the Pay Section.

Dates: 1-October-2007 to 31-March-2008

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for an Investing for Health Officer for a period of 6 months which may be extended, subject to the agreement of all parties. The main purpose of the job is to embed the Investigating for Health ethos and principles within Councils and ensure the aims and targets of the Investing for Health Strategy are addressed. The postholder will be responsible to the Group Chief Environmental Health Officer through a Senior Officer / Director within the District Council where the Officer is based (namely Craigavon). He/she will have responsibility for the Council area of Banbridge and Craigavon. The Council reserves the right to transfer the post holder to any other department or location under its control.

Dates: 24-September-2007 to 23-March-2008

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for a Committee Clerk. Armagh City and District Council currently operates an Executive-style democratic system with high emphasis on accountability and scrutiny, for which it received approval from DoE Local Government Branch to implement. This approach is unique in Northern Ireland and has had much success. The opportunity offered is to facilitate this democratic process.

Dates: 24-September-2007 to 23-January-2008

The Fisheries Conservancy Board for Northern Ireland is a non-Departmental Public Body established under the Fisheries Act with responsibility for the conservation and protection of fisheries in Northern Ireland. The Fisheries Conservancy Board for Northern Ireland (FCBNI) has a secondment opportunity for a Deputy Chief Executive. The successful applicant will report to the Chief Executive of the FCBNI and will deputise for her in her absence. The postholder will be part of the FCBNI’s Management Team and will be the senior technical manager with responsibility for the supervision and control of field staff (Fishery Conservation Officers) and activities.

Dates: 3-September-2007 to 2-September-2009

Northern Ireland Chest, Heart & Stroke has a secondment opportunity for a Part Time Project Manager. The purpose of the post is to support the Services Review Group and the Chief Executive in the phased implementation of the recommendations of the Courtney Report. The Courtney report is an independent review carried out by Dr R Courtney into the services provided by Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke. The Services Review Group will prioritise the recommendations and will expect the Project Manager to implement those in conjunction with the Chief Executive and other members of the Senior Management Team.

Dates: 1-September-2007 to 31-August-2008

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the successful applicant will assist the Policing Board in ensuring the delivery of an effective, efficient and impartial police service through their work as Director of Policy. The successful applicant will develop and agree the work of Policy Directorate with the Board’s Chief Executive and direct the staff of the Directorate. They will also determine and control the effective use of resources within the Directorate.

Dates: 1-August-2007 to 31-July-2008

Northern Ireland Water Limited has a secondment opportunity for a Shareholder/ Government Relationship Manager The role of the Shareholder/Government Relationship Manager is to effectively manage NIW’s relationship with its sole shareholder (DRD) and its relationship with the Assembly (including any relevant Assembly Committees).

Dates: 1-August-2007 to 31-October-2007

Armagh City and District Council is offering a short term attachment for a Technical Officer for a period of 3 months which may be extended, subject to the agreement of all parties. The main purpose of the job is to provide technical support to the SWaMP (Southern Waste Management Partnership)Operational Director, allowing him additional time to address the development and implementation of formal management structures, long-term residual waste treatment procurement and policy development. The postholder will initially be based at Omagh Enterprise Company Ltd, Great Northern Road, Omagh, BT78 5LU. He/she will work across 8 council areas - Armagh, Banbridge, Cookstown, Craigavon, Dungannon, Fermanagh, Newry and Omagh and will report to the SWAMP Operational Director.

Dates: 1-August-2007 to 31-March-2008

The Northern Ireland Events Company (NIEC)has a secondment opportunity for a Senior Events Manager. The successful applicant will report to the Acting Chief Executive of the Northern Ireland Events Company (NIEC) and will deputise for him in his absence. The post holder will be part of the NIEC team responsible for the promoting, supporting and the provision of funding for events that will present Northern Ireland in a positive light within the UK and on the international stage and which will have significant input in the Northern Ireland economy. As a specialist in his/her area, the post holder will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams and will therefore develop and maintain a high quality relationship with colleagues and applicants seeking funding support

Dates: 23-July-2007 to 22-January-2008

The Northern Ireland Assembly has a secondment opportunity for an Information Officer. The Information Officer reports directly to the Head of Information Office and has the following duties and responsibilities:- - defining and directing the work of the Media Relations Unit and ensuring best use is made of resources in a high profile changing environment; - liaising with the media to facilitate appropriate access to information about the business of the Northern Ireland Assembly and its members; - responding to media enquiries in a timely manner; - developing and directing the work programme of the media monitoring service which covers newspapers, radio and television; - ensuring that information provided on the work of the Assembly is accurate and up to date; - providing timely and accurate answers to cases and enquiries from the Speaker and the Assembly Commission which may include written and oral briefings; - managing access and accommodation (studios etc) within Parliament Buildings for media personnel; - clearing Press Releases; - providing advice, guidance and training to Members and staff on dealing with the media; - developing strategy and delivery mechanisms for the provision of information to meet the needs of the office; - leading, motivating and developing staff and evaluating staff performance.

Dates: 23-July-2007 to 22-July-2009

The successful applicant will report to the Investment Appraisal Manager and will be part of a team responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient distribution of the Sport Northern Ireland’s capital budgets. The post holder will provide a key role in the quality assurance and assessment of business cases submitted in support of capital funding applications. The post holder will play an integral role in the decision making process through the provision of expertise in the financial and economic evaluation of capital projects. As a specialist in his/her area the post holder will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams and will therefore develop and maintain a high quality relationship with colleagues and applicants.

Dates: 23-July-2007 to 22-July-2009

The successful applicant will play an integral role in the decision-making process through the provision of technical expertise in line with best practice sports and related design guidance and government procurement policy on a range of capital programmes. As a specialist in his/her area, the post holder will work with the Sport Northern Ireland (SNI) Architect and with internal and external multi-disciplinary teams

Dates: 16-July-2007 to 15-January-2008

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for a Rural Development Officer for a period of 6 months which may be extended, subject to the agreement of all parties. The suitable candidate will work within the Regeneration and Development Department specialising in rural development activity. Support will also be provided to Craigavon and Armagh Rural Development Partnership (CARD) and also undertake/initiate other local development activities to achieve the objectives of Armagh City and District Council.

Dates: 2-July-2007 to 1-July-2008

Head of Secretariat to the Ulster Scots Academy Implementation Group (USAIG) with responsibility for providing an effective and efficient secretariat service to the USAIG to ensure that it can fulfil its remit, namely: Make recommendations to Ministers for the establishment of an Ulster Scots Academy including governance, staffing and location arrangements and the development of a detailed business plan; and implement recommendations once accepted by Ministers. The Implementation Group is also involved in developing an Education Programme to deliver teaching of Ulster Scots as a language in schools and a language development programme including dictionary, grammar, tape recorded survey and spelling standardisation process.

Dates: 2-July-2007 to 1-July-2009

The post holder will support the Director of Corporate Services in the delivery of the strategic objectives outlined in the Department’s corporate and business plans and advise on related policy and strategic matters. This will involve: – planning and reorganising the provision of effective business support arrangements to DCAL senior management; – managing associated casework; engaging with stakeholders and business partners; and – assisting with the planning, management and delivery of relevant programmes and projects. In addition, the post holder will provide support to the Department’s Capital Programme Manager who has lead responsibility for overseeing delivery of the DCAL Capital Programme.

Dates: 25-June-2007 to 31-March-2008

Position - Conservation Officer Remit – Responsible for delivering Council’s Conservation strategy and managing the Conservation and Education teams. Based at the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre, Oxford Island National Nature Reserve, the secondment will allow the successful applicant the opportunity to manage the Nature Reserve and deliver the local biodiversity action plan.

Dates: 11-June-2007 to 10-June-2008

An opportunity has arisen for a Staff Officer (Policy) in Urban Regeneration Policy Unit (URPU) within the Urban Regeneration and Community Development Group (URCDG) of DSD. The Department for Social Development is one of eleven Government Departments established under the Northern Ireland Act 1998. The Department comprises of two core groups, the Resources, Housing and Social Security Group (RHSSG) and the Urban Regeneration and Community Development Group (URCDG), and two Executive Agencies, the Social Security Agency (SSA) and the Child Support Agency (CSA). URCDG has responsibility for the overall strategy for tackling social, economic and physical regeneration of cities, towns and urban areas in Northern Ireland. The Group is also responsible for overall policy for the voluntary sector and community development across Northern Ireland Departments, a range of social and charities legislation and all European Union issues which affect the Department. The primary function of URPU is to support, promote, facilitate, coordinate, advise and where necessary, lead the development, implementation and review of effective urban regeneration (UR) policies for the Department, drawing upon other sources of relevant expertise and knowledge as required. In fulfilling that responsibility the Unit will deploy its professional statistical and research resources to inform, monitor, evaluate and review the performance of policy programmes and related projects The Unit is commencing a comprehensive review of DSD’s Urban Regeneration policy framework to assess performance to date and ensure that the right framework is in place for the future. This work will have strong links to implementing the Review of Public Administration (RPA) and taking account of the new policy and delivery landscape for delivering physical regeneration, area-based regeneration and community development. A second function of the Unit is to provide administrative business support for the Directorate. These include management of Private Office and senior officials’ correspondence cases; Parliamentary/Assembly questions (P/AQs); collation of URPU inputs to submissions, briefings, general returns; monitoring reports; business planning; control of URPU budget; Records NI and LIM liaison; EU Regional Aid issues; staff training; and contact point for related policy initiatives external to DSD.

Dates: 1-June-2007 to 31-May-2009

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the successful applicant will be responsible, as part of the senior management team in the SEUPB, for key aspects of the management, implementation and delivery of an operational programme management framework for those 2007 – 2013 EU Structural Funds allocated to SEUPB, with an anticipated investment budget of circa €500 million.

Dates: 21-May-2007 to 31-December-2007

Larne Borough Council has a secondment opportunity for a Human Resource Manager The successful candidate will ensure the effective delivery of all the human resource services within the Council. The post holder will report to the Director of Corporate Services and will have responsibility for a team of three assistants.

Dates: 8-May-2007 to 7-May-2008

The Northern Ireland Assembly has a secondment opportunity for an Information Standards Officer. The Information Standards Officer is responsible for establishing and developing an information standards section within the Information Office of the Northern Ireland Assembly. The officer’s role is to (i) develop standards for the production, storage, publication/dissemination, disposal and archival of information and data both in hard copy and electronically and (ii) to develop a strategy to ensure the security of information. The objectives are to ensure that the Assembly implements the procedures and controls necessary to comply with the relevant legislation e.g. the Freedom of Information and Data Protection Acts and to ensure that the presentation, storage, disposal and archival of information is to an acceptable standard. The Information Standards Officer provides training, advice and guidance on the standards to be observed when producing information to Assembly Members and other Directorates within the Secretariat.

Dates: 16-April-2007 to 15-January-2008

Castlereagh Borough Council has a secondment opportunity for a Human Resource Advisor. The successful candidate will assist the Human Resource Manager in the effective delivery of a range of human resource services within the council. He/She will provide advice and support to line managers regarding the implementation of the suite of Human Resource Policies for example, Appraisal Scheme, Attendance policy, Stress Management and Grievance and Disciplinary procedure, and also provide information to staff on human resource issues. He/she will ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all issues relating to the work of the Council.

Dates: 16-April-2007 to 15-April-2008

An Ceathrú Gaeltachta Teo is a unique and exciting new company which aims to harness the potential of the Irish language by creating a designated Gaeltacht Quarter in west Belfast. The company aims to increase economic activity in the area in order to contribute to the renewal and regeneration of the whole community. The company is looking to recruit an Administrator who is dedicated to the promotion of the Irish language and the development of an area of significant economic need. PLEASE NOTE THAT A HIGH LEVEL OF WRITTEN AND SPOKEN IRISH AND ENGLISH WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THIS POST and the interview will be conducted in Irish.

Dates: 16-April-2007 to 15-April-2008

An Ceathrú Gaeltachta Teo is a unique and exciting new company which aims to harness the potential of the Irish language by creating a designated Gaeltacht Quarter in West Belfast. The company aims to increase economic activity in the area in order to contribute to the renewal and regeneration of the whole community. The company is looking to recruit a Marketing and Development Manager who is dedicated to the promotion of the Irish language and the development of an area of significant economic need. PLEASE NOTE THAT A HIGH LEVEL OF WRITTEN AND SPOKEN IRISH AND ENGLISH WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THIS POST and the interview will be conducted in Irish.

Dates: 16-April-2007 to 15-April-2008

An Ceathrú Gaeltachta Teo is a unique and exciting new company which aims to harness the potential of the Irish language by creating a designated Gaeltacht Quarter in west Belfast. The company aims to increase economic activity in the area in order to contribute to the renewal and regeneration of the whole community. The company is looking to recruit a Chief Executive who is dedicated to the promotion of the Irish language and the development of an area of significant economic need. PLEASE NOTE THAT A HIGH LEVEL OF WRITTEN AND SPOKEN IRISH AND ENGLISH WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THIS POST and the interview will be conducted in Irish.

Dates: 12-March-2007 to 30-November-2007

An opportunity exists for an Assistant Event Manager to assist with the sporting event management within the structure of Rally Ireland. The post holder will be expected to ensure the project meets all the requirements of the international regulations, and develop the event into a leader in world sport.

Dates: 12-March-2007 to 11-March-2009

Down District Council wishes to appoint a District Policing Partnership (DPP) Manager on a secondment basis; expected to last up to March 2009. (Subject to satisfactory performance and attendance). Job Summary The DPP Manager is responsible to the Director of Corporate Services for providing input to the strategic direction, development and management of the District Policing Partnership (DPP). The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of operational issues relating to the DPP. The primary function is to provide the support to enable the DPP to operate in accordance with the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 2000 (as amended) and the Code of Practice on the Exercise of Functions by the DPP and the DPP Financial Guidelines.

Dates: 5-March-2007 to 4-December-2007

Castlereagh Borough Council has a secondment opportunity for a Human Resource Advisor with Supervisory Duties. The successful candidate will assist the Human Resource Manager in the effective delivery of a range of human resource services within the council. He/She will provide advice and support to line managers regarding the implementation of the suite of Human Resource Policies; for example, Appraisal Scheme, Attendance policy, Stress Management and Grievance and Disciplinary procedure, and also provide information to staff on human resource issues. He/she will ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all issues relating to the work of the Council. RESPONSIBLE FOR: 2 Administrative Assistants and College Student

Dates: 1-March-2007 to 29-February-2008

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for a Rural Development Officer (Building Sustainable Prosperity). This is a one year post funded by the Building Sustainable Prosperity (BSP) Programme. An officer is required in the Regeneration and Development Department to administer the Building Sustainable Prosperity Area Based Programme in Craigavon and Armagh. This programme is administered by Craigavon and Armagh Rural Development LTD (CARD) and covers both Craigavon and Armagh council areas. The Officer will employ a development approach to initiate and enable local rural community action and to assist local groups to set and achieve their goals.

Dates: 1-March-2007 to 29-February-2008

SLS Legal Publications, Queen’s University Belfast has a secondment opportunity for a Business Development Executive. The successful candidate will be responsible to the Programme Director for the preparation and delivery of appropriate business development and marketing strategies to enhance the profile and increase the market share of SLS for both its legal publishing and Continuing Professional Development activities for the legal profession and for other sectors of the market. The aim of the SLS (Servicing the Legal System) Programme is to promote best practice within the legal profession, and to extend general understanding of the law and the legal system throughout Northern Ireland. The purpose of SLS is to provide high quality, up to date legal information in various forms in response to the particular needs of a small jurisdiction. It is widely recognised as an essential component of the Northern Ireland legal world, and makes a large contribution to the continuing professional development of the legal profession, as well as a wide range of other groups. SLS was established in 1980 in response to a pressing need for information about the law and legal system of Northern Ireland. Since then it has developed and expanded its activities by publishing books, current awareness services, shorter works and periodicals, and organising courses, conferences and seminars for various interest groups, both pursuing initiatives of its own and also working in liaison with others. It is a unique collaborative venture between Queen’s University, the Northern Ireland Court Service, the Law Society of Northern Ireland and the Bar Council of Northern Ireland. In part it is self-financing through annual sales income but also receives direct sponsorship from the NI Court Service and the legal professions. It is the only legal publisher in Northern Ireland and is therefore of crucial importance to the NI legal profession. The programme is based in Queen’s University and SLS staff are employees of the University. The key purpose of the new post of Business Development Executive is to be responsible to the Programme Director for the preparation and delivery of appropriate business development and marketing strategies to enhance the profile and increase the market share of SLS for both its legal publishing and Continuing Professional Development activities.

Dates: 1-March-2007 to 31-May-2008

The policy responsibility for Early Years transferred from the Department of Health and Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS) to the Department of Education (DE) in November 2006. The Department of Education wishes to appoint a Regional Co-ordinator who will be responsible for drafting a new Early Years Strategy for the 0 – 6 age group which will bring Sure Start, pre-school and the home child care agendas together in a cohesive way to support the integration of service delivery, taking into account all relevant factors and the effect these changes will have on the lives of children and families.

Dates: 1-March-2007 to 29-February-2008

Castlereagh Borough Council has a secondment opportunity for a Community Services General Manager. The post holder will be responsible for the management and operations of the Community Services section, in accordance with Council policies and procedures. The primary purpose of the post will be to develop, plan and supervise the work programmes of the Community Services staff and to motivate all Community Services employees to carry out their duties to the highest of standards. The post holder will oversee the development and delivery of the Council’s community support plan, together with a number of other Community Services strategies’ to include Community Relations, Arts, Community Sports and the Building Sustainable Community’s Programme. Ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all issues relating to the work of the Council.

Dates: 19-February-2007 to 18-August-2007

Join a small and dedicated team taking forward the protection of Northern Ireland’s important legacy of historic buildings. The Historic Buildings Functional Unit seeks to record, protect and promote the historic buildings of Northern Ireland. We do this by surveying and listing buildings, by considering change through the planning and Listed Building Consent (LBC) process and by supporting owners through advice and a grant aid system. The post will concentrate on the consideration of planning and LBC applications in relation to listed buildings (where EHS is a consultee of Planning Service), in support of the area architects. The opportunity to contribute to discussion and consideration of the wider issues faced by our built heritage will emerge through participation at regular group meetings.

Dates: 19-February-2007 to 18-August-2007

Curator for Craigavon Museum Services – employment of a curator to manage the Museum service and facilities. RESPONSIBLE FOR: Education Officer Museum Technician Library/Clerical Officer Project Staff and Volunteers JOB PURPOSES:  Developing and promoting a wider understanding of the heritage of the Borough.  Curation of the Council’s collection of artefacts.  Development and delivery of Museum Services throughout the Borough.  Establish policy and procedures for the Museum Service.  Develop Museum Services complementary to the range of services in Northern Ireland in general.

Dates: 5-February-2007 to 4-February-2010

The Office of the Northern Ireland Ombudsman is a popular title for two statutory offices: o The Assembly Ombudsman for Northern Ireland; and o The Northern Ireland Commissioner for Complaints The Ombudsman is independent of Government and has wide statutory powers. The legislation governing each Office was revised in 1996 with a further amendment in 1997. The purpose of the Office of the Ombudsman is to provide an independent, effective and free system for investigating complaints from people who claim to have suffered personal injustice through maladministration by Northern Ireland government departments, agencies, public and local bodies and the Health and Personal Social Services. The post offers the opportunity to apply innovative and creative approaches, particularly analytical skills, the ability to identify and interpret relevant legislation, statutory regulations and administrative policies and procedures and, importantly, to understand the basis of each complaint and demonstration of an attention to detail.

Dates: 22-January-2007 to 21-January-2008

Two Local Development Officers are sought from the Voluntary Sector to work in support of the Pathways for Lone Parents pilot project. Post one will be full time and linked to Jobs and Benefits Offices (JBOs) in Lisburn, Knockbreda and Shaftesbury Square. Post two will be based in Limavady JBO one day per week. The Local Development Officer’s role will be to support Personal Advisers and other JBO staff by forging links and working relationships between JBOs and organisations offering opportunities and support in the community to lone parents. Such opportunities /organisations may include Extended Schools provision, Sure Start and other childcare providers, as well as voluntary and community sector bodies offering services to Lone Parents. Such links will - i) optimise the flow of information about childcare and community initiatives to Personal Advisers and lone parents; ii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer to market DEL products and services directly to the Lone Parent client group; and, iii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer to work with voluntary and community groups providing services for Lone parents to encourage the client group to become active in the labour market.

Dates: 2-January-2007 to 1-January-2009

The Housing Executive is offering a part-time secondment opportunity for a solicitor or employed barrister, within its Legal Department. The Housing Executive’s Legal Department consists of a small team which is made up of the Head of Legal Services, six fee earners (five of whom are solicitors) and three admin/secretarial staff. The suitable individual will assist the Legal Department in carrying out its core functions. Those core functions include: • The provision of a comprehensive legal advice service to the Housing Executive. • The provision of a comprehensive legal drafting service to the Housing Executive (this service includes the drafting of contracts). • The representation of the Housing Executive in litigation which is of strategic importance (for example, judicial reviews and proceedings relating to anti-social behaviour). • The provision of quality assurance services in respect of in-house conveyancing.

Dates: 2-January-2007 to 30-June-2007

NIMC’s function is to support local museums in maintaining and improving their standards of collections care and their services to the public. It does this through devising and presenting a wide range of initiatives. This secondment will ensure continuity in the delivery of a range of key projects. The secondee will be responsible for; •Delivering the museum training programme •Administering the Council’s grant schemes •Developing the Museum and Galleries Month initiative •Researching the new Collections Development Strategy and the Museum Research Programme S/he will also have the opportunity to input into other areas of the Council’s work.

Dates: 2-January-2007 to 1-January-2008

The North/South Pension Scheme (‘the Scheme’) was established by the North/South Implementation Bodies and Tourism Ireland Limited with effect from 29 April 2005. It is a defined benefit pension scheme and broadly modelled on the Principal Civil Service Pension Scheme (Northern Ireland). The CEO Pension Committee now wish to recruit a Pensions Interim Executive to assist them in the development and implementation of the scheme.

Dates: 1-January-2007 to 31-December-2007

Two Local Development Officers are sought to work in support of the Pathways for Lone Parents pilot project. Post one will be full time and linked to Jobs and Benefits Offices (JBOs) in Lisburn, Knockbreda and Shaftesbury Square. Post two will be based in Limavady JBO one day per week. The Local Development Officer’s role will be to support Personal Advisers and other JBO staff by forging links and working relationships between JBOs and organisations offering opportunities and support in the community to lone parents. Such opportunities /organisations may include Extended Schools provision, Sure Start and other childcare providers, as well as voluntary and community sector bodies offering services to Lone Parents. Such links will - i) optimise the flow of information about childcare and community initiatives to Personal Advisers and lone parents; ii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer to market DEL products and services directly to the Lone Parent client group; and, iii) provide opportunities for the Local Development Officer to work with voluntary and community groups providing services for Lone parents to encourage the client group to become active in the labour market.

Dates: 1-December-2006 to 31-May-2007

The Land & Property Services Agency is offering a secondment opportunity for an Assistant Programme Office Manager to provide project delivery and administrative support for projects. This requires the provision of day-to-day support, working under supervision on tasks delegated by Project Managers and representing the LPSA Programme Office at appropriate meetings as judged suitable. The LPSA will be formed following the merger of Land Registers of Northern Ireland, Ordnance Survey of Northern Ireland, Rate Collection Agency and Valuation & Lands Agency. The new agency will be established from 1st April 2007.

Dates: 1-December-2006 to 31-October-2007

Omagh District Council, Western Group Environmental Health Service is offering a secondment opportunity for a Smoke Free Environments Officer, a new post created as a result of a project funded by the Department of Health & Social Services & Public Safety (NI) to implement the Smoking (NI) Order 2006.

Dates: 20-November-2006 to 19-May-2007

Armagh City and District Council is offering a secondment opportunity for a Committee Clerk. Armagh City and District Council currently operates an Executive-style democratic system with high emphasis on accountability and scrutiny, for which it received approval from DoE Local Government Branch to implement on a trial basis. This approach is unique in Northern Ireland and will be subject to review at the end of the pilot period. Positive evaluation could see replication of this model across Northern Ireland. The opportunity offered is to facilitate this democratic process.

Dates: 20-November-2006 to 19-November-2007

The Department for Social Development is responsible for urban regeneration and community development and for leading, co-ordinating and driving forward the government’s efforts to tackle deprivation. The Department’s mission – together, tackling disadvantage, building communities – encapsulates what we hope to achieve and within that context the Department is currently pursuing a number of major initiatives including Renewing Communities which aims to ensure that there is the capacity within all communities, particularly working class Protestant communities, to ensure they play their part in the development of civic society. A key responsibility of this post will be to achieve improved confidence, community capacity and leadership both at an organisational and individual level within marginalised and alienated communities. The post holder will be required to work closely with colleagues in the Voluntary and Community Unit.

Dates: 13-November-2006 to 12-November-2007

An interchange opportunity has arisen with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment (DETI) for a one-year placement in DETI’s Finance Accounts Branch. The key purpose of the post is to assist with the production of DETI’s in-year and annual accounts and with the management of the reorganisation of the activities retained following the migration of payment processing to Account NI.

Dates: 1-November-2006 to 31-January-2007

The Smoking (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 will introduce comprehensive controls to protect employees and the public from exposure to second-hand smoke. Enforcement of the legislation will fall to district councils. An opportunity exists for an experienced, qualified Environmental Health Officer to join the Public Health, Medical & Allied Group within DHSSPS for a period of 3 months to work on the development of guidance associated with the implementation of the legislation. The Investing for Health Team (‘the Team’) is responsible for co-ordinating the Department’s public health strategy for Northern Ireland. The Team is also responsible for the development of policies which will assist efforts to improve health and to reduce preventable disease and ill-health.

Dates: 1-November-2006 to 30-April-2007

New Projects Executive with Action MS (AMS). Action MS (AMS) was established in 1976 to provide support for people living with multiple sclerosis, their families and carers in Northern Ireland. It has a headquarters in Belfast and a north-west office in Coleraine. Services provided have been expanding and now include Careline, a free telephone counselling service, befriending, Medicare Breaks, Advocacy, support for children who have a parent with MS, focus groups for young people who have MS, information and support. AMS plays a major role in working with the statutory sector to identify gaps in provision and seek a partnership solution. It is also involved in socio-medical policy research with a strong UK and (increasingly) All-Ireland perspective to link better understanding with resource planning and policy design. It is evident that AMS will need to increase further its scale and effectiveness of operation, and enhance its partnership working to respond with increasing effectiveness to a significant volume of need among the MS population.

Dates: 1-November-2006 to 30-April-2007

Development Manager for the Middletown Centre for Autism The Middletown Centre for Autism is a joint North-South initiative with funding provided by the Department of Education, Northern Ireland and the Department of Education and Science, Republic of Ireland to enable the establishment of a centre for the purpose of supporting the promotion of excellence in the development and harmonisation of education and allied services to children and young people with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD). It is not envisaged that Middletown Centre for Autism will act as a first tier service or replace local services, but will respond to referrals from those local services. The Centre will promote collaborative working arrangements between the education services and other professional agencies, including health and social services and voluntary bodies in both jurisdictions. The Centre will strive to achieve excellence in its provision. It will provide a model of best practice in assessing the educational needs of children and young people with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder and in establishing working partnerships with those involved in providing and operating services at local level. The Centre will provide: - -a lead for, and offer exemplars of educational intervention; -a lead for the training of parents and professionals; -a research facility; and -an outreach support service complementing current and developing service provision. The Centre is expected to begin to offer services on a phased basis from mid-2007. An Executive Group made up of officials Special Education and Building branches from both Departments is currently running the project and is undertaking work to establish a limited company to run the Centre, appoint a CEO and senior management team and undertake the refurbishment of the Middletown site (formerly St Joseph’s Adolescent Centre) to house the Centre. This is an important and innovative project, which aims to provide a unique all island facility for children and young people with autism. This secondment offers a unique opportunity to participate in the development of the Centre and its services.

Dates: 23-October-2006 to 22-October-2007

The Ulster-Scots Agency has a secondment opportunity for a job-share Grants Officer (equivalent to EO2 in the NICS) and the key responsibilities will be the assessment, award and approval for payment of financial grant assistance awarded to community groups carrying out Ulster-Scots activities. The Grants Officer also has responsibility for the maintenance of the Agency’s financial grant assistance scheme.

Dates: 16-October-2006 to 15-October-2007

Web Team Project Manager with Department of Finance and Personnel - e-Government Policy and Innovation Unit. In January 2006 NICS Departments and their Agencies owned approximately 90 web sites. A study has been carried out to evaluate the feasibility of consolidating these web sites with a view to improving usability for citizens and reducing the cost of maintenance. The study produced a vision for a consolidated NICS web presence that has been agreed by the NICS Editorial Board and the NI e-Government Board. Work now needs to be done to complete a business case to secure funding to implement that vision. The scope of the web consolidation project will be NICS Departments and their Agencies. Web Consolidation Project Manager The Web Consolidation PM will: develop the business case and help to secure the requisite funding; manage the overall consolidation project, ensuring that the project is delivered on time and on budget; provide the requisite level of quality assurance and ensure that the project delivers the anticipated benefits. A critical success factor for the project will be obtaining the commitment and buy-in of a wide range of stakeholders. The PM will be responsible for sustaining this commitment throughout the project and will support the Citizen Services Manager in initially gaining commitment from key stakeholders. The PM will also ensure that OnlineNI is fully integrated with the NICS consolidated web site.

Dates: 16-October-2006 to 30-November-2008

Down District Council wishes to offer the opportunity for an individual to avail of a temporary Equality and Policy Officer position; expected to last up to the end of November 2008 (subject to satisfactory performance and attendance).

Dates: 2-October-2006 to 1-October-2007

Down District Council wishes to offer the opportunity for an individual to avail of a temporary Senior Administrative Officer position within the Corporate Services Directorate pending the implementing of a revised structure within the administration section

Dates: 1-October-2006 to 30-September-2007

There exists an opportunity for someone to undertake economic appraisal and evaluation related work, based at the Department for Social Development- Urban Regeneration and Community Development Group (URCDG). The individual will have a key development and advisory role within the Group in relation to Appraisal work.

Dates: 15-August-2006 to 14-May-2007

Ballymoney Borough Local Strategy Partnership (LSP) is funded under the Peace II Programme 2000 – 2008, which is an European Union initiative to promote Peace and Reconciliation in Northern Ireland and the Border Counties. KEY PURPOSE OF THE POST To be responsible for the effective implementation of the Integrated Local Strategy and Action Plans of the Ballymoney Borough Local Strategy Partnership and to assist the Partnership Board in fulfilling the aims and objectives of the Special Support Programme for Peace and Reconciliation.

Dates: 1-August-2006 to 31-July-2007

Society of Local Authority Chief Executives (SOLACE) is the representative body for senior strategic managers working in local government and related organisations. SOLACE NI wishes to appoint an Executive Officer to co-ordinate and support the Branch activities in Northern Ireland

Dates: 1-August-2006 to 31-December-2006

An opportunity currently exists to join the Corporate Services team within Antrim Borough Council as an Assistant Director of Administration. This will be to fill a temporarily vacant role within the Council following the promotion of the existing postholder. Some of the main areas of responsibility within the post include (list is non exhaustive); - Legal Services - Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages - Freedom of Information and Data Protection - Planning Applications Process The role is wide ranging and a Job Description is attached providing a full list of the key responsibilities.

Dates: 24-July-2006 to 23-July-2008

The Shared Communities Consortium, comprising representatives from OFM/DFM, Community Relations Council, Department for Social Development, Northern Ireland Housing Executive & Arts Council NI wishes to deliver a Re-imaging Communities Programme as part of the contribution to the Shared Future agenda. The Partners, acting together within the Consortium agree its central purpose: To contribute to the re-imaging of communities to change over time in order to make them more welcoming to all. Through the Interchange Programme the Consortium wishes to recruit a part-time Administrator. The successful candidate will be based at, and report to, management with the Arts Council NI.

Dates: 24-July-2006 to 23-July-2008

The Shared Communities Consortium, comprising representatives from OFM/DFM, Community Relations Council, Department for Social Development, Northern Ireland Housing Executive & Arts Council NI wishes to deliver a Re-imaging Communities Programme as part of the contribution to the Shared Future agenda. The Partners, acting together within the Consortium agree its central purpose: To contribute to the re-imaging of communities to change over time in order to make them more welcoming to all. Through the Interchange Programme the Consortium wishes to recruit 2 Community Development Officers. Staff will be based at, and report to, management with the Arts Council NI.

Dates: 24-July-2006 to 23-July-2008

The Shared Communities Consortium, comprising representatives from OFM/DFM, Community Relations Council, Department for Social Development, Northern Ireland Housing Executive & Arts Council NI wishes to deliver a Re-imaging Communities Programme as part of the contribution to the Shared Future agenda. The Partners, acting together within the Consortium agree its central purpose: To contribute to the re-imaging of communities to change over time in order to make them more welcoming to all. Through the Interchange Programme the Consortium (SCC)wishes to recruit a Project Manager. The successful candidate will be based at, and report to, management with the Arts Council NI.

Dates: 17-July-2006 to 16-July-2008

The arts infrastructure in Northern Ireland has been boosted substantially by funding from DCAL through the Arts Council. The postholder will be responsible for liaising with clients – overseeing their major capital projects and monitoring progress.

Dates: 17-July-2006 to 16-July-2007

In view of the fact that a key function of a museum is to act as a centre of education and learning, NIMC wishes to establish a framework that will improve the quality of the services the 35 local museums in Northern Ireland provide in this regard. This secondment will enable N