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The post holder will provide comprehensive efficient, effective and responsiveconfidential administrative support to the Police Ombudsman, Chief Executive and the Senior Management Team. This is a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities, managing schedules and providing administrative support. The post holder will be required to be proactive in the planning and managing of tasks within a constantly changing environment, using well-developed interpersonal skills and adapting when necessary to changing roles and working patterns. The appointment will be made by the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland acting in accordance with her powers under the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 1998. Staff appointed under the Act will be employees of the Police Ombudsman and are not civil servants. The appointment is a permanent contract. The person appointed, in addition to the mandatory qualifications listed in the Employee Specification, should have proven inter-personal skills and highly developed communication skills across a range of settings. The appointee should also possess a full understanding of, and commitment to, the fundamental principles of human rights, and a comprehensive understanding of the sensitive social, cultural and political environment within which the work of the Police Ombudsman operates. This post requires the postholder to have SC vetting clearance (see Terms and Conditions for further information). The salary for the post is in the range £27,897 to £28,483. Starting salary will be £27,897 with progression in the salary range determined by performance in the post and subject to the review process agreed by the Northern Ireland Civil Service. Please note: two pay awards are pending which would increase the salary to £28,734 to £29,337 (2024 NICS payscales) and £30,458 to £31,097 (2025 NICS payscales). Application Form - Personal Secretary - July 2025 (40.95 KB) Application Form - Personal Secretary - July 2025 Candidate Information Booklet Template - Personal Secretary - July 2025 (98.69 KB) Candidate Information Booklet Template - Personal Secretary - July 2025 Personal Secretary - Job Description - July 2025 (25.77 KB) Personal Secretary - Job Description - July 2025#J-18808-Ljbffr