Independent Assessors

The Commissioner for Public Appointments is seeking to appoint new members to its pool of Independent Assessors (lAs). lAs are an integral part of recruitment for public appointments, providing independence, support and challenge throughout recruitment and selection processes.

We are looking for individuals who can use their skills and experience to make an effective contribution to the role of recruiting Public Appointees for NI Departments.

The time commitment will depend on the number of Public Appointment competitions allocated each year and on your availability. In order to be appointed, you must be willing and able to attend meetings and operate as a panel member for interviews throughout Northern Ireland as required.

The term of appointment of lAs will be for four years with the possibility of extension for a further four years lAs are currently paid £250 per day, or £125 per half day, or £31.25 per hour plus reasonable travelling expenses, for work in relation to an appointment process.

For more detailed information on the position, the selection criteria and how to apply, please click the apply icon.

Alternatively you can request an application pack by contacting:

HRConnect, PO Box 1089, Beacon House, 27 Clarendon Road, Belfast, BT1 9EX.

Telephone: 0800 1 .

Email:

All requests must include your name, address and reference number IRC324577.

The material will also be made available, on request, in alternative formats such as Braille, large print, audio etc. All reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate the needs of applicants/candidates with a disability. A Guaranteed Interview Scheme is in place for those applicants with a disability.

Completed application forms must be returned to arrive no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 15th May 2026.

It is anticipated that interviews will be held in Belfast during September 2026

CPANI is committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all applicants irrespective of religious belief, gender, race, political opinion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or whether or not they have dependants.