*Closes 10th August*
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a significant and valuable contribution to the oversight and delivery of public services in Northern Ireland? Join the Board of the largest Department within the NI Civil Service.
The Department for Communities (DfC) works to deliver thriving places in Northern Ireland; protecting, supporting and enabling people to live well. It is directly responsible for £11.5 billion of public funds covering social welfare, housing, culture, arts and leisure. DfC is now seeking two Non-Executive Members to join its Management Board. This exciting role is suited to an individual who can bring external and independent demonstrable experience and expertise.
Non-Executive Members play a significant role providing constructive advice and challenge, to ensure good corporate governance. Members make an important contribution to the Department’s strategic direction.
Applications are welcome from across the community, voluntary, business or public sectors particularly from women, people with a disability, people from minority ethnic groups and young people. Further details on the role, remuneration, selection criteria and time commitment are included in the application pack which you are encouraged to read fully.
How to Apply
An application pack can be obtained via the following:
- Website: www.communities-ni.gov.uk/dfc-public-appointments
- E-mail: publicappointments@communities-ni.gov.uk
- Telephone: 028 9081 9417
If you require an application pack in a different format please contact us.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 12:00 noon on Monday 10 August 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. Interviews are expected to take place on 21 September 2026. Due to timing constraints, no other interview date can be provided.
EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY
The Department is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably experienced people irrespective of religious belief, gender, disability, ethnic origin, political opinion, age, marital status, sexual orientation or whether or not they have dependants.
