The Minister of Justice is seeking to appoint six independent members to the Northern Ireland Policing Board.  The recruitment competition closes on 16th September 2026.

The Northern Ireland Policing Board is an independent public body established under the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 2000.  The Board is responsible for holding the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) to account on behalf of the public and has a key role in ensuring the provision of an effective, efficient and impartial police service which will enjoy the support of all sections of the community.  It consists of both political members and independent members.

We are seeking candidates who can meet the following criteria:

  • Managing and Influencing Relationships;
  • Strategic Focus;
  • Corporate Governance and Organisational Performance; and,
  • Organisational Leadership.

Board Members will be required to commit to a minimum of four days per month (under review) to Policing Board business and to represent the Board at a variety of events.  This will include evening events, weekends and travel throughout Northern Ireland. Members receive annual remuneration of £15k per annum.

Appointment is for a term of up to four years. The maximum number of terms that Board Members can serve is two.  There is no automatic reappointment to the role and therefore, should Board Members wish to serve a second term, they are required to reapply for the role.

We would particularly welcome applications from women, people from minority ethnic groups, people with a disability, young people and other under-represented groups.

THE DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 12 NOON (UK LOCAL TIME) ON WEDNESDAY 16 SEPTEMBER 2026. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

It is anticipated that interviews will commence on Monday 26 October 2026 and will continue right up to Friday 6 November 2026.

Further information and an application pack can be downloaded direct from:

Recruitment to appoint six independent members to the Northern Ireland Policing Board. | Department of Justice

or by emailing:

nipb.appointments@justice-ni.gov.uk

or by writing to:

NIPB Independent Members 2026,

Department of Justice,

Block 3, Knockview 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. 

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We are operating the Guaranteed Interview Scheme in this competition for applicants with a disability.