Job Description

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Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file.
BAND: 8
JOB PURPOSE:
To support the Director of Finance, Audit and Assurance to set the direction for the Unit and lead the delivery of an effective and efficient whistleblowing and fraud investigation service for the Housing Executive. You will lead from the front in ensuring a robust Policy framework is in place to deal with whistleblowing and fraud effectively and ensure the delivery of a professional, proactive and customer orientated approach in support of Housing Executive objectives.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. A) Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent Level 7* relevant qualification (e.g. Investigations, Compliance, Internal Audit, Governance, Fraud or Whistleblowing).
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B) Can demonstrate equivalent underpinning knowledge which must include a relevant Level 6* qualification plus continuing professional development e.g. accreditation with a relevant professional body, e.g. Investigations, Compliance, Internal Audit, Governance, Fraud or Whistleblowing).
*Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies
APPLICATION PROCESS
Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions.
Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request.
LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted.
The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.

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