The post of Trade Union Side Secretary in the NIHE Trade Union Side Office is being recruited for.
Information on the post plus the relevant personnel specification detailing the essential and desirable criteria may be downloaded .
Please ensure that this information and the content of this article is brought to the attention of ALL NIPSA members in your Branches.
Applications are invited from NIPSA members employed by the NIHE who have held continuous membership of NIPSA for at least 1 year and who also satisfy the criteria contained in the attached documentation.
This appointment, in accordance with NIPSA established practice, will be initially for a one-year period and subject to satisfactory performance, there can be an extension for a further two-year period. After completion of three years’ service, the post will be re-advertised.
Application forms can be obtained from Karen Barrett by emailing
Completed applications must be returned no later than 2.00 p.m. on Thursday 21st May 2026.
It is the intention of the Appointments Panel to meet on Thursday 21st May 2026 for shortlisting in the afternoon, with the aim of holding interviews on Monday 1st June 2026.
Natalie Shiel
Assistant Secretary
