Board Members – Northern Ireland Screen

Strictlyboardroom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking to appoint eight board members for NI Screen. This role involves setting strategic directions, overseeing implementation of policies, and ensuring effective governance. Board members will have the opportunity to influence the creative and economic landscape in Northern Ireland. The term of appointment will vary between three to five years, with the possibility of renewal, making this a significant opportunity for those passionate about the creative industries. If you are driven to contribute to the development of a vibrant sector, this position could be a perfect fit for you.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategic direction for NI Screen and oversee implementation.
• Monitor performance against corporate plans and budgets.
• Oversee the strategic management of NI Screen’s resources.

Job description

The Department for the Economy (DfE) is seeking to appoint eight members to the board of NI Screen. It is expected that four board members will be appointed on 16 December 2024 and a further four members will be appointed in July 2025.

The length of term of appointment will vary between three and five years and may be renewable for a second term.

The Board has corporate responsibility for ensuring that NI Screen fulfils the aims and objectives set by the partner Department and approved by the Minister, and for promoting the efficient, economic and effective use of staff and other resources by NI Screen. To this end, and in pursuit of its wider corporate responsibilities, the Board shall:

• Set the strategic direction for NI Screen, including its mission, vision, values and strategic objectives and oversee the implementation of the organisation’s strategic and business plans;
• Oversee the development, promotion and implementation of policies and programmes for NI Screen;
• Monitor performance against corporate plans, budgets and targets;
• Oversee the strategic management of NI Screen’s staff, finance, information and physical resources;
• Oversee the implementation of NI Screen’s corporate governance arrangements including risk management;
• Oversee the work of any sub-committee of the Board and receive regular updates on performance;
• Consider any other matters as deemed appropriate.

How to apply and further information:

An information pack and frequently asked questions (FAQs) document are available to download from this page.

There is an online application available.

Alternatively, you can request a pack by email or in hardcopy from the DfE Public Appointments Unit at [e-mail] or telephone Yvonne Green on 028 9052 9492 (Text Relay: 18001 028 90529492).

Written applications can be posted to DfE, Public Appointments Unit, Adelaide House, 39-49 Adelaide Street, Belfast, BT2 8FD.