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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 30/09/2025

📹 Are you looking for opportunities in the Civil Service? We’re recruiting for Staff Officer Internal Auditors to be key players in ensuring key governance and accountability within the NICS. Find out more and apply here ➡ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 29/09/2025

📹 Are you looking for opportunities in the Civil Service? We’re recruiting for Deputy Principal Internal Auditors and Staff Officer Internal Auditors to be key players in ensuring key governance and accountability within the NICS. ➡ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 26/09/2025

The NI Civil Service is recruiting for Permanent Secretary roles. We’re looking for dynamic and resilient leaders who have a proven track record of delivery and decision making and who want to make a purposeful contribution to public service. ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

Senior Civil Service – Permanent Secretary Roles. Salary £146,469 - £163,267 Apply by noon, Monday 6 October 2025.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 25/09/2025

Hiring! We’re looking for Building Maintenance Officers Electrical (HPTO). This role involves the management, direction & supervision of electrical-related planned preventive maintenance services in a wide range of public sector properties. ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

Recruiting
Building Maintenance Officer Electrical (HPTO)
Salary: £37,694 to £38,990
Apply now!

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 24/09/2025

Finance Minister John O'Dowd met with new Chief Secretary to the Treasury James Murray MP.

Quote from the Minister: I welcome the opportunity to meet with the new Chief Secretary. I am committed to continuing to work constructively with the Treasury on a full fiscal framework which ensures we have the financial tools to deliver sustainable public finances and a fairer funding settlement for workers, families and communities.

Ahead of the upcoming Autumn Budget, I also reiterated the importance of Westminster recognising fiscal decisions made London can have a disproportionate impact here.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 22/09/2025

We’re recruiting for Permanent Secretary roles in the NI Civil Service. Successful candidates will play a pivotal leadership role in developing policies and transforming the delivery of public services. Apply now ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 19/09/2025

📄There’s just one week left to share your views in our consultation on law on divorce and the dissolution of marriage and civil partnerships. The consultation looks at options that could reduce possible conflict during divorce or dissolution. ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

Consultation
Law on divorce and the dissolution of marriage and civil partnerships
Have your say

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 18/09/2025

Finance Minister John O'Dowd welcomed this year’s cohort of Civil Service placement students at an event to mark the beginning of their placement. Students are embarking on posts across a range of disciplines including ICT, Law and Quantity Surveying.

Head of the Civil Service, Jayne Brady, speaking to the students from the podium.

Aisling Quinn from People & Organisational Development, last year's Student Network Co-Chair Niamh Murray, Minister O'Dowd and Jayne Brady, Head of the NI Civil Service, pictured smiling to camera.

Minister O'Dowd meeting a student and shaking hands.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 17/09/2025

Finance Minister @JohnODowdSF hosted an event with Civil Service staff networks to celebrate #NationalInclusionWeek2025 and showcase the key work delivered to date and future plans to make the Service an inclusive workplace for all. #strengthindifference

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 17/09/2025

Small Business Rate Relief will be applied automatically to your rates bill by LPS if you qualify. Contact LPS if you believe your business is eligible but have not received the relief: www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/smal...

Small business rate relief. Eligibility is based on the NAV of your business property and is applied automatically if you qualify. Business properties with an NAV of £2,000 or less will receive a reduction of 50% rate relief. Business properties with an NAV of more than £2,000 but not more than £5,000 will receive 25% rate relief. Business properties with an NAV of more than £5,000 but not more than £15,000 will receive a 20% rate relief.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 16/09/2025

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 ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/news/permane...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 12/09/2025

Speaking at the NI Fiscal Council Annual Conference this morning Finance Minister, John O'Dowd, launched a new NISRA website to enhance public understanding of Government expenditure. www.nisra.gov.uk/statistics/b...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 12/09/2025

Finance Minister @JohnODowdSF unveils new website to enhance public understanding of Government expenditure ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/news/odowd-u...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 05/09/2025

📹 There’s just one week left to share your views on the consultation for a Baby Loss Certificate Scheme. Please share your thoughts before 12 September ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 02/09/2025

Struggling with debt and unable to pay your rates? We want to help. Contact LPS to discuss your options and ask for a referral to Advice NI. Find out more here: www.adviceni.net/money-debt

Struggling to pay your rates? Contact Land & Property Services to discuss your options.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 29/08/2025

Recruiting! We’re looking for a Principal Consultant (Grade 7) to work in Innovation and Consultancy Services. Find out more and apply here ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

Job opportunity
Principal Consultant (Grade 7). Innovation and Consultancy Services
Salary: £61,673 - £64,469. Apply now.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 22/08/2025

Is your business premises primarily used and occupied as a factory? You may qualify for industrial derating. If you would like your property to be considered as industrial for rating purposes, make an application to the District Valuer within LPS: www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/indu...

Industrial Derating. In order to benefit from Industrial Derating, premises must be primarily used and occupied as a factory. This relief provides a 70% reduction of the normal rate for the property parts deemed to be used in the industrial process.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 21/08/2025

📄Have your say! We are consulting on the law on divorce and the dissolution of marriage and civil partnerships. The consultation closes on 26 September, 2025 ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 20/08/2025

The Civil Service is recruiting for 500 EO2 positions across a range of departments. Find out more and apply here ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

500 job opportunities
Executive Officer 2 (Eo2)
Salary: £30,458 - £31,097
Apply now

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 19/08/2025

The Northern Ireland Civil Service has launched a campaign to recruit approximately 500 permanent Executive Officer 2 (EO2) roles across a range of departments and locations. Do you want to be part of a team that makes a real difference? Apply now! ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/news/executi...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 19/08/2025

📹 #GoONNI and NI Cyber Security Centre will be at #BelfastMela this Sunday! Stop by, have a chat and learn more about what they do! #FriendsOfMela

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 18/08/2025

There’s just one week left to have your say in our Audit of Inequalities and Action Plans Consultation. Help us make sure everyone has equal opportunities. Find out more and have your say here before next Monday, 25 August ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

Consultation
Help ensure everyone has equal opportunities
Have your say

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 13/08/2025

Finance Minister John O'Dowd visited the Cookstown and Western Shores Area Network (CWSAN) today to hear how Dormant Assets funding is helping to strengthen the capacity and resilience of rural groups and communities in the Mid Ulster area.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 07/08/2025

Finance Minister John O'Dowd and Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald have highlighted the benefits of City and Growth deals during a visit to the North Coast. Find out more at ➡️https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/news/growth-deal-catalyst-economic-development

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 07/08/2025

Do you own a nursing or residential home? Have you checked if you’re eligible for Residential Homes Rate Relief? If eligible, you may have no rate bill to pay. Check for more info and apply here: www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/residential-homes-rate-relief

Residential Homes Rate Relief. To qualify for this rate relief all or part of your property must be used wholly or mainly for at least one of the specific purposes listed online. Please visit the website for further details on how to apply.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 01/08/2025

Have you checked if your vacant business property is entitled to Non-Domestic Vacant Rating exclusion? If it has an NAV under £2000, you can receive a 100% reduction in rates. 👉🏻 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/non-...

Non-domestic Vacant Rating Exclusions

To qualify, your property must:

• have a NAV of £2,000 or over
• be unoccupied
• be unfurnished
• not used for storage; and
• meet one of the exclusion criteria (listed on website)

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 31/07/2025

Finance Minister John O'Dowd was pleased to attend the launch of ArtsEkta’s #BelfastMela today. The Department is proud to once again be a Friend of Mela, with the festival offering the opportunity to celebrate cultural diversity and engage with our minority ethnic communities.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 29/07/2025

Minister O'Dowd met with young people at the YMCA in Lurgan participating in the Empower to Transform project, supported through PEACE PLUS funding. He heard about its positive work in helping young people develop confidence, skills and build relationships with others of different backgrounds.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 29/07/2025

Finance Minister John O'Dowd today visited the Healthy Kidz United Youth Initiative sports camp in Armagh to see first-hand how the project has benefitted from @seupb.bsky.social PEACE PLUS funding, supporting young people from all backgrounds, promoting good relations & building community cohesion.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 29/07/2025

Last chance to apply! We’re recruiting for Occupational Health Nurse Specialists! Find out more and apply here ➡️ www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk/ohs

Recruiting
Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (Deputy Principal)
Salary: £43,584 - £46,712 (£47,304- £49,515 with effect from 1 August 2025)
Apply now!

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 27/07/2025

Fantastic day Belfast Pride! Colleagues from our LGBTQ+ Network and across the Civil Service were delighted to take part in the #BelfastPride, celebrating diversity and inclusion.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 25/07/2025

One week left to apply! We’re looking for Occupational Health Nurse Specialists to help support the health and wellbeing of Civil Service colleagues. Find out more and apply here ➡️ www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk/ohs

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 23/07/2025

Could you be eligible for Charitable Exemption for rates? This can apply where a property is occupied by a charity and where the use of the premises is dedicated to the charitable objectives of that charity. Find out more and apply here: www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/charitable-exemption-rates

Charitable Exemption for rates

Your premises may be eligible if it’s not established for profit and it’s used for:
• the advancement of religion
• the advancement of education
• the relief of poverty
• other purposes beneficial to the community

*Not all charities are entitled to rates exemption

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 22/07/2025

📄Share your views on potential changes to divorce laws. Have your say and help us shape the legislation here➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 22/07/2025

📹 Share your views as part of the Baby Loss Certificate Scheme consultation. The certificates will formally recognise the devastating loss of a baby prior to the end of the 24th week of pregnancy. ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 21/07/2025

In celebration of diversity and inclusion, the Civil Service LGBTQ+ Staff Network and staff will be participating in #BelfastPride. Come down and say hello to staff at our stall in Pride Village this Saturday and hear about our work in delivering public services.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 21/07/2025

We’re hiring! The Civil Service is looking for Occupational Health Nurse Specialists! To find out more about the role, you are welcome to attend our drop-in open day: 📍 Occupational Health Service, Bruce Street, Belfast, BT2 7JD 🗓️ Wednesday 23 July 🕑 2pm to 4pm ➡️ www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk/ohs

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 18/07/2025

We’re recruiting for Occupational Health Nurse Specialists! You are invited to attend a drop-in open day to find out more about the role: 📍 Occupational Health Service, Bruce Street, Belfast, BT2 7JD 🗓️ Wednesday 23 July 🕑 2pm to 4pm Find out more and apply here ➡️ www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk/ohs

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 10/07/2025

We are seeking your views on how the Civil Service can best promote equality of opportunity. We have completed an audit looking at our policies and practices and have launched a consultation to get your opinion on our findings. Please share your views here➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/consultation...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 09/07/2025

📸Finance Minister @JohnODowdSF welcomed the continued progress of the Derry City and Strabane District Council City Deal in a visit to the North West today. ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/news/partner...

Finance Minister John O’Dowd pictured with Ruairí McHugh, Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council (DCSDC); Stephen Gillespie, Director of Business and Culture DCSDC and Oonagh McGillion, Senior Responsible Officer for the City Deal Programme DCSDC during his visit to Derry.

Finance Minister John O’Dowd pictured during his visit to Strabane with Karen McFarland, Director of Health and Community DCSDC; Oonagh McGillion, Senior Responsible Officer for the City Deal Programme DCSDC and Angela Hughes, Strabane Regeneration Programme Manager DCSDC.

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 08/07/2025

Hiring! We are looking for a Grade 6 HR Project Director to play a key role in developing an integrated operating model to transform the delivery of HR and Finance services. ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

Recruiting
Grade 6 – HR Project Director
Integr8 Programme
Salary: £67,371 - £73,494 (£73,577 - £77,904 with effect from 1 August 2025)
Apply now!

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 08/07/2025

Could you be eligible for Charitable Exemption for rates? This can apply where a property is occupied by a charity and where the actual use of the premises is dedicated to the charitable objectives of that charity. Find out more: www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/charitable-exemption-rates

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 04/07/2025

Struggling with debt and unable to pay your rates? We want to help. Contact LPS to discuss your options and ask for a referral to Advice NI. Their trained debt advisers offer free, impartial and independent debt advice and support. Find out more here: www.adviceni.net/money-debt

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 03/07/2025

📹 Louise Taylor and Nikcollette McPeake from Little Forget Me Nots encourage anyone who has experienced the loss of a baby to share their views on a new Baby Loss Certificate Scheme consultation. ➡️ www.finance-ni.gov.uk/news/over-30...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 01/07/2025

Have you checked if your business is eligible for Small Business Rate Relief? The relief will be applied automatically to your rates bill by LPS if you qualify. Contact LPS if you believe you qualify but have not received the relief: www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/smal...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 01/07/2025

We are recruiting for senior HR roles within our transformative Integr8 Programme. ➡️Grade 6 – HR Project Director ➡️Grade 7 – HR Workstream Lead Find out more and apply here: irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 30/06/2025

Hiring! The Department of Finance is looking for an innovative and effective leader to take up the role of Deputy Director (G6) of Innovation and Consultancy Services. Find out more and apply here ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

Recruiting!
Deputy Director (Grade 6) Innovation and Consultancy Services
Salary: £67,371 - £73,494 (£73,577 - £77,904 effective from 1 August 2025)
Apply now!

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 27/06/2025

We are looking for a Deputy Director (G6) of Innovation and Consultancy Services within @dptfinance to oversee our services for clients. Play a leading role in providing advice, insights and service improvement across the public sector. ➡️ irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacanci...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 27/06/2025

Finance Minister John O’Dowd has announced the appointment of two new members to the Public Sector Transformation Board ➡️ finance-ni.gov.uk/news/odowd-a...

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Department of Finance @finance-ni.gov.uk · 24/06/2025

Recruiting! Innovation and Consultancy Services within @finance-ni.gov.uk is looking for a Deputy Director (G6) to lead the operational delivery of the services provided by ICS. Apply here➡️https://irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacancies-details.aspx?ID=ac64d0d3-36db-45eb-af86-049e052d7749

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