Head of NICS

Official account for the Head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service. Policy for this account available at:

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

The findings report from the scoping and assurance exercise relating to Jeffrey Donaldson's time as Junior Minister in OFMDFM (February 2008 to July 2009) has been published today.

Read the report here: https://t.co/ZbRwApEGT4

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

Delighted to join Civil Service colleagues to celebrate the 20th anniversary of #BelfastMela.

Mela brings cultures together – fostering the sense of belonging, inclusion, and diversity we value in the NICS every day.

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

I have commissioned a scoping exercise relating to Jeffrey Donaldson's time as Junior Minister in OFMdFM (February 2008 to July 2009).
Details of confidential reporting arrangements and support for current and former NICS staff are available here: https://t.co/GFTuXmioxb

[Dept of Finance @dptfinance]

Hiring: Permanent Secretaries.

The NICS is looking for people with strong leadership experience and an ability to inspire transformation at the heart of the organisation.

If you meet the criteria and want to help improve services for all, please apply ➡️ https://t.co/a0ZGBbfIPd

[Dept of Finance @dptfinance]

The NI Civil Service has launched a recruitment competition for Permanent Secretary roles.

We’re looking for dynamic and resilient leaders who will inspire people and add value at the most senior levels in government.

Find out more and apply here ➡️ https://t.co/LR6Fd2WEWl

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

A wonderful day at @artsekta’s #BelfastMela in Botanic Gardens today. Colleagues from across the Civil Service were proud to support and celebrate cultural diversity, promoting the Civil Service as an employer and highlighting the essential public services we deliver.

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

Huge congratulations to our Programme for Government Wellbeing Framework Development team for their well-deserved success. A great example of the power of clear and strategic data communication to improve wellbeing for everyone in NI. Well done 👏

[NISRA @NISRA]

Perm Sec @dptfinance Neil Gibson and NISRA CEO Philip Wales congratulate the NI PfG Wellbeing Framework Development team for their recent success in the Analysis in Government (AiG) Awards.

They won the People's Choice Award and were joint winners of the Communication Award 🏆

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

Delighted to join Civil Service placement students and their chosen charity @WomensAidNI to formally launch the Civil Service Student Network 2024/25. The network’s energy & commitment will be of huge benefit to promoting inclusion & providing support for students on placement.

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

Delighted to have been at the brilliant festival finale of #BelfastMela on Sunday. Congrats to @artsekta & the many participants from over 20 nationalities who made Botanic Gardens blossom with the richness of their diverse cultures & traditions. Can't wait for Mela 2025.

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

A really great day at #BelfastPride where I walked with colleagues from our LGBTQ+ Staff Network to show the Civil Service’s support for our LGBTQ+ community and our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly have announced the appointment of @Prof_H_McCarthy as the Executive’s first Chief Scientific and Technology Adviser.

Read more here: https://t.co/nV7AwK4Oe9

[Dept of Finance @dptfinance]

The Civil Service is hiring for a Director of the Northern Ireland Bureau in Washington.

This role involves representing the interests of the Executive at the highest levels within the US Administration, Congress and state and municipal governments, and in Canada.
Interested?

Find out more and apply here: https://t.co/LguEyJHyfn

[Head of NICS @HeadNICS]

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity, supporting the realisation of our giant ambition for NI and promoting it as a great place to visit, learn, work and invest. If you have the relevant experience and a passion for this place and its people, please consider applying.

[Dept of Finance @dptfinance]

We’re recruiting for a Director of the Northern Ireland Bureau in Washington (Grade 5) to represent Northern Ireland at the heart of the world’s largest economy.

Find out more and apply here: https://t.co/X4jdjk2AD7

[Dept of Finance @dptfinance]

We’re recruiting for a Director of the Northern Ireland Bureau in Washington (Grade 5) to represent Northern Ireland at the heart of the world’s largest economy.

Find out more and apply here: https://t.co/X4jdjk2AD7

[Dept of Finance @dptfinance]

📹The Executive has agreed to adjust the regional rate for 2024/25 in line with inflation.

Finance Minister @CArchibald_SF says the decision, if approved by the Assembly, would provide additional revenue of up to £30 million for our public services.

Read more➡️ https://t.co/MSmZFxlIAF

[Invest NI @InvestNI]

NEWS | @USEnvoyNI Joe Kennedy III has announced that US company @CollinsAero is making a £16m investment in R&D at its Kilkeel site.

💺 Our R&D support is helping the RTX company to develop a new, innovative and highly complex aircraft seat which will support its global growth.

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/5nEgxPCbos

[nidirect @nidirect]

Useful emergency numbers if you need them during the @metofficeni yellow and amber weather warnings for strong winds today and tomorrow:
https://t.co/tP2B50V42C
#StormIsha
@deptinfra @PoliceServiceNI @NIFRSOFFICIAL @dcsdcouncil @nmdcouncil @CausewayCouncil @ANDborough @mea_bc

[nidirect @nidirect]

Amber weather warning for strong winds Sunday 21 at 6pm to Monday 22 at 9am.
There could be danger from large waves in coastal areas or flying debris, and risk of travel delays, road closures, power cuts, fallen trees.
https://t.co/YsJShgm8Sk

[Department for Infrastructure @deptinfra]

Road users are reminded to continue to exercise caution when travelling due to the cold weather & ongoing industrial action.
Limited gritting operations on some routes are taking place tonight.
Many roads will not be treated.
https://t.co/bqkkVq2YU5

[Department for Infrastructure @deptinfra]

Please only travel today if it's absolutely essential.

If you must travel, exercise extreme caution.

A @metofficeNI warning for snow & ice is in place.

Due to industrial action only limited gritting of the road network will take place today.

Advice: https://t.co/Fk1WlxQehm