Procurement And Contracts Support

Job Title: Procurement and Contracts Support Full Time 37 hours per week - Fixed Term - Permanent  Salary: PO1, NJC Spinal Column Points 29 -32, £38,626- £41,511 Deliver better lives for all, whilst enhancing your career. These are the things we hold dear at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council; respect, honesty, excellence, accountability, leadership & equality.  We have an ambitious vision for our area. We want to create opportunities for strong, healthy communities, and business growth. Our success will create new opportunities for individuals, families & communities. Every role at LCCC contributes to this aim, and if appointed to this role you will be part of creating better lives for all. As a member of the Regeneration and Growth Directorate the postholder will be required to: Contribute to the delivery of the Department's Business Plan and the Council's Corporate Plan.  Support the Procurement Manager in the day-to-day delivery of an effective procurement advisory service. Support and give priority to the Council’s capital programme procurement and liaise with the council programme manager including maintaining and updating of standardised documentation, contract clauses, regulatory compliance, contract database and gateways relevant to works and/ or capital projects. Support the Councils strategic procurement review and provide advice to Council Officers on all procurement matters including, tendering, quotations, and other procurement matters in accordance with Council policy and legislation. Undertake additional duties relevant to the post as reasonably assigned by the Procurement Manager. Curious to learn more? Full details of the role are in the attached job description. Apply now on GetGot, and take the first step in your new career. The application form will only be available online. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through the Council’s e-recruit system therefore application forms in hard copy will not be available to candidates. However, the Council will consider any requests for an application to be made in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements where possible, for example access to a computer. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. ​​​​​

Seasonal Team Member

HR Advisor

MAIN PURPOSE This role is vital to ensure NIFRS complies, across all functions, with its statutory obligations in relation to equality of opportunity and good relations. The HR Advisor will take an active role in the development and delivery of a programme of action to address Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives, consistent with the functions of the Service. The post holder will also provide high level specialist advice and guidance across a broad range of equality related matters. Working with a range of internal and external stakeholders the post holder will be responsible for developing, delivering and managing diverse and complex EDI initiatives and projects. The HR Advisor, functioning in the role of an expert advisor, will provide a dedicated and specialist equality, diversity & inclusion resource with a focus on equality profiling and reporting. The post holder will also design and deliver innovative EDI training initiatives across the service. To contribute as an integral member of the HR team to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive HR service to support the vision and mission of NIFRS as outlined on the next page. Summary of Responsibilities: Equality Diversity & Inclusion 1. To provide first line support on key equality initiatives, in the development and implementation of the NIFRS Equality Scheme, Equality Action Plan and Disability Action Plan in line with relevant legislation and good practice. 2. To provide advice and guidance to managers in relation to equality and Human Rights legislation and compliance with statutory duties. 3. To support the Equality Manager in mainstreaming equality within the organisation including within strategic planning and decision making processes. 4. To undertake benchmarking and research activities to support and guide managers in relation to equality screening. 5. To work with colleagues in the development and implementation of systems to ensure compliance with all duties under the Disability Discrimination Act. 6. Responsible for providing advice and guidance across all NIFRS functions with regards to accessibility, workplace adjustments and practical aids for applicants and employees or service users. 7. To conduct and manage appropriate stakeholder consultation on the equality impact of strategies, policies, plans, decisions and courses of action including regular liaison with lead officers, representative bodies and relevant external parties. 8. Responsible for the co-ordination of rural proofing processes, and collation of data and complete all statutory reports to effectively monitor the implementation of the Rural Needs Act (NI) 2016. 9. To collate accurate and timely evidence and information for statutory returns. Undertake quality assurance of data, audit of systems, practice and procedure and complete detailed reports for statutory returns including Annual Fair Employment Monitoring Return, Section 75 & DDO Annual Progress Report and the Article 55 Triennial Review. 10. To produce accurate and timely information for the purposes of general equality, diversity & inclusion reporting to ELT, the Board, DoH and other agencies. 11. Analyse staff data by gender and other diversity characteristics and produce graphs and trend analysis to present the information for departments. 12. To deliver training related to Equality and Human Rights including training Board Members and Senior Managers. 13. To assist the Equality Manager manage identified work streams within Equality and Human Rights. 14. Liaise with departments to support awards submissions to promote EDI e.g. Diversity Charter Mark, Women in Fire Service Awards, etc. 15. Maintain the ED&I part of the website, ensuring the information is up to date. Post items to the websites, organise the layout and draft content. 16. Keep our webpages under review and make proposals for improving the way the Service presents itself as an employer, and promotes our inclusive policies as family friendly and supportive of staff diversity. 17. Produce internal communications materials for promoting items related to ED&I. 18. To oversee the co-ordination of cases referred to the Reasonable Adjustments Panel and progress agreed actions and reasonable adjustments. 19. Responsible for identifying and continual innovation of appropriate affirmative action measures to ensure the widest attraction for applicants to the NIFRS from the underrepresented groups in the community. 20. To identify opportunities where equality and inclusion can be further strengthened and integrated within NIFRS, including ways to advance intersectionality. 21. Acting as EDI lead, develop key alliances and positively engage with external agencies, networks and local community groups, to ensure NIFRS comprehends EDIrelated issues within the community and the organisation; enabling informed policy decision making. 22. Promote NIFRS as a trusted and valued employer of choice with under-represented communities through maintaining a continued high-profile attendance by NIFRS at key events including within the education sector. 23. Responsible for the development of an EDI calendar of events and internal/ external communications strategy; draft news releases, internal corporate news on events relevant to NIFRS equality strategy to include contentious matters e.g. outreach activity such as Pride Celebrations, positive action events such as Come and Try days for women, female leadership events. 24. Manage the digital content of EDI social media sites, raising external awareness to relevant consultations, events and activities undertaken throughout the organisation in support of S75 responsibilities and good relations. 25. Develop evaluation tools, processes and metrics to assess and measure the effectiveness and impact of policy and strategies upon equality of opportunity. Use data to continuously improve policy and strategy and measure their impact on individuals, Section 75 groups and organisational performance General Responsibilities 1. To provide a high level of internal and external customers service including taking ownership of customer queries and complaints and following issues through to completion. 2. Build relationships, work collaboratively and engage with management, staff, trade unions and external partners to guide and implement change projects and EDI initiatives, participating on assigned corporate working groups or project teams to promote and build best practice 3. To comply with all NIFRS frameworks, policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to legal requirements such as equality, health and safety and information governance. 4. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments across a broad range of HRrelated activity to include changes to regulations, legislation and national/local terms and conditions of employment. (Continuing Professional Development). 5. To direct and signpost managers and officers to the appropriate source for issues outside the remit of this post. This includes providing cover for service areas other than that initially assigned. Criteria Knowledge, Skills and Experience

HR Manager Resourcing And Employee Services

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction.  NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: HR Manager Resourcing and Employee Services (Fixed Term) Job Ref: N048/11/2024 HR Manager Resourcing and Employee Services (Fixed Term) will be responsible for the effective and efficient management of the resourcing and employee services teams, including workforce planning, recruitment, selection, appointment, transfers and promotions and the provision of related proactive, specialist support and advice. There is currently one fixed term post for a period of two years, based at NIFRS Headquarters in Lisburn. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order). Salary: The salary scale is PO5. The salary range is currently £46,464 - £49,498 per annum (Under Review). Hours of work: Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post. All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 29th November 2024. We value our people and are committed to the principle of equal treatment for all applicants for employment irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, religion or political opinion.

IT Service Delivery Lead

Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 6 JOB PURPOSE: Reporting to the IT Service Manager, the Service Delivery Lead will assist the IT Service manager to deliver best in class IT Service within a dynamic IT Department. REQUIREMENTS:  1. Can demonstrate at least 2 years’ relevant experience within the last 4 years working in an IT Service Delivery role. (Please include dates) APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.

IT Service Desk Analyst

Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND:  5 JOB PURPOSE: The IT Service Desk Analyst will assist the IT Service desk Team Lead in ensuring that IT Service management processes are aligned with the IT service requirements of the organisation. REQUIREMENTS:  1. Can demonstrate at least 2 years’ relevant experience within the last 4 years working in an IT Service Desk environment. (Please include dates) APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.

Cost Manager, Project Delivery

Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 7 JOB PURPOSE: Ensuring the effective commercial management of NIHE's assets, of high quality Planned Works and Compliance related investment to regions within the relevant area of operation. Ensuring that the investment is planned effectively to maximise efficiencies, is affordable, matches NIHE's investment standards, is delivered to a high standard with minimal defects, and a high level of customer satisfaction is achieved. This is a senior professional post within Project Delivery. As such, the duties and responsibilities will be required to cross professional boundaries in supporting the regional teams and the central senior management team. The Post Holder will also deputise for the Senior Contract and Performance Manager (Planned & Cost Management) when required. REQUIREMENTS:  1. i) A Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent level 6 qualification) in a relevant Building/Construction Discipline PLUS at least 3 years’ relevant post-qualification experience OR ii) A BTEC Higher (or equivalent level 5 qualification) PLUS at least 5 years’ relevant post-qualification experience APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.

IT Service Desk Team Lead

Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file. BAND: 6 JOB PURPOSE: The IT Service Desk Team Lead will assist the IT Service Manager in ensuring that IT Service management processes are aligned with the IT service requirements of the organisation. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Can demonstrate at least 2 years’ relevant experience within the last 4 years working in an IT Service Desk environment. (Please include dates) APPLICATION PROCESS Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions. Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted. The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.

Emergency Relief Initiative: Administrator

Main Purpose To work as part of a team with the processing and delivery of direct support to households that have been identified to be in emergency needKey Responsibilities ·        To capture client information from a dedicated online application site. ·        To verify evidence of client eligibility for support against a clear set of criteria. ·        Process requests for support within agreed timelines. ·        Communicate with individuals or families benefitting from the support ·        To process agreed high volumes of applications each day ·        Accurately updating the client’s information to reflect the conversation and completing onward referrals based on the client’s response. ·        Support the processing team to operate effectively and efficiently. ·        To transfer data accurately and in keeping with GDPR protocols ·        To safely store and protect client records. ·        Triage applicants via telephone using a strategically set out question bank. ·        Utilise different questioning techniques to help narrow down the available support and provide clear and concise next steps while always remaining professional confidential. ·        To provide excellent customer service when dealing with enquiries received by the applicants and other internal and external stakeholders. General ●       This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities, and dimensions of the role. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by line management Salary: £13.12 per hour Qualifications / Experience A minimum of 4 GCSE’s or equivalent, including English Language and Maths Experience Minimum of 1 years paid / unpaid in a processing / administrative role including the use of Microsoft Office / Email / Internet Experience of processing high volumes of applications within a time limited period Experienced of customer interaction via telephone Skills & Aptitudes Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop working relationships within a team Proven experience of communicating both orally and in writing Proven ability in the use of Microsoft package – Excel. Word and Outlook Proven ability to work using your own initiative Personal Qualities Self-Motivated Able to operate in a busy office environment Respect confidentiality Compassion for people in need. Vision, Mission and Values Candidates must respect and work within the Vision, Mission and Values of Bryson Charitable Group

HR Advisor Resourcing

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) serves the entire community, a population of 1.9 million in an area of over 5,500 square miles. NIFRS has a proud tradition and history of serving the community with distinction.  NIFRS wish to invite applications for the following role: HR Advisor Resourcing - Job Ref N046/11/2024 2 fixed term posts for a duration of 3 years The HR Advisor (Resourcing) is a vital role within the Resourcing Team. They will be responsible for effective delivery of resourcing exercises required by NIFRS. The HR Advisor will support the relevant HR Manager to ensure effective and efficient delivery of the relevant service within NIFRS and will contribute as an integral member of the HR team to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive HR service. Hours of work; Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation. In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post. There are currently two fixed term posts based at NIFRS HQ in Lisburn. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional fixed term or permanent vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order).  Salary The salary scale is SO2. The salary range is currently £34,834 - £36,648 per annum (Under Review). All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack. However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org or telephone 028 9266 4221. Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 22nd November 2024. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, dependants, religion or political opinion. NIFRS is currently under represented by women and those from the Roman Catholic Community, applications from these groups are particularly welcome. Appointment will be made solely on merit.