Director of Engagement and Learning

EMAP Publishing Limited; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme with employer contrib

Annual leave 25 days

Public holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

The Northern Ireland Community Relations Council (NICRC) invites applications for a Director of Engagement and Learning to advance its mission of building a peaceful, inclusive society. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the postholder will join the Senior Management Team, shape policy, set strategic direction, and lead engagement and learning initiatives from Belfast.

You will collaborate with partners across government, education and communities to deliver high‑impact programmes and report to

Responsibilities

• Shape policy and set strategic direction for NICRC's Engagement and Learning portfolio.
• Lead engagement and learning initiatives in Belfast and region.
• Participate in senior management decision-making and planning.

Job description

Director of Engagement and Learning

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer

STATUS: Full-time, permanent post

Location: Belfast

Grade: Equivalent in salary terms to Deputy Principal in the Northern Ireland Civil Service

SALARY: £47,304-£49,515 (new joiners normally start at the first increment of the pay scale)

PENSION: NILGOSC

The Northern Ireland Community Relations Council (NICRC) is seeking an accomplished and motivated Director of Engagement and Learning to advance its mission of building a peaceful, inclusive society founded on reconciliation and mutual trust.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Director will contribute to NICRC's corporate planning and organisational decision-making. They will also support the Chief Executive Officer in shaping policy and setting the strategic direction for their area of responsibility.

Why join us?

• Optional contributory pension scheme, currently with a 15.5% employer contribution
• 25 days' annual leave, rising to 30 days after five years' service
• Public and privilege holidays in addition to annual leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid working arrangements

Closing date: 12 noon on 19 October 2026.

Community Relations Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer and makes its appointments on the basis of merit alone and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.