*Closes 09th June*
The Department for Communities invites applications for the appointment of the Arts Council NI Chair, providing the individual with an excellent opportunity to make a significant contribution and positive difference to the leadership, direction and oversight of the Board and the organisation.
The Arts Council is the lead development agency for the arts in Northern Ireland, with a vision of having a society where all people can experience a thriving arts sector that is recognised as essential to creativity, well-being and social and economic prosperity.
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 9 June 2025. 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
- please confirm which employer organisation you represent and that you have been nominated / endorsed
- a letter of nomination / endorsement should be included with your application, 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, grateful if you could advise the Department via the above e-mail address 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
