National Children's Bureau

NI Trustee opportunity now closed and candidate successfully appointed

Who we are: For 60 years, NCB has been driving change throughout this system to make it as effective as possible and to protect the children whose welfare is most at risk. We’ve grown to be a charity with an £11m turnover and well over 100 staff covering GB and NI.

What we do: We’re here to shine a light where the system is failing and unite all those who can help to fix it. As a society we provide a vital system of education, health and social care services to strengthen families and help our children overcome the many challenges that can hold them back. We help children and families on a range of issues ranging from bullying to bereavement; from disability support to schools wellbeing.

The National Children’s Bureau has a long association with Northern Ireland and has pioneered work in a number of areas such as outcomes and evidence-based working, service improvement and enabling the voices of children and young people to be heard. NCB in Northern Ireland contributes to the debate on issues that are important for children and young people, most recently on the social care services review, infant mental health and well-being, early years workforce development and building young people’s resilience post-pandemic.

What we’re looking for: We are looking for candidates who are comfortable working at a senior strategic level, with a strong knowledge of the NI socio-political environment, who can bring local knowledge and skills to the board and enhance our work through understanding the Northern Ireland context.

For more information and how to apply: Download the Information Pack below for more detail.  For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Engage Director Patrick Minne, patrick@co3.org.uk 07792 509003.  Submission of a CV is required to register your interest. Shortlisted candidates need to be available for ‘conversations with a purpose’ in Belfast on Friday 24 May 2024.