Project Manager

Belfast Zoo; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Northern Ireland is seeking a professional for a full-time contract to oversee projects linked to the PEACEPLUS programme. The role involves leading and delivering community-based projects, forging strong community connections, and working with various stakeholders. The position offers an opportunity to impact community relationships positively and is part of a commitment to equality. Applications are particularly encouraged from under-represented groups.

Benefits

Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled applicants

Commitment to equality of opportunity

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and implementation of projects linked to the PEACEPLUS programme.
• Facilitate, lead and deliver on all aspects of assigned PEACEPLUS projects.
• Develop and build relationships with communities and ensure strong links with community and voluntary sector.

Job description

City & Neighbourhood Services Department

This is a full-time, fixed term contract post until 31 December 2027, subject to review.

As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Further information can be found in the application pack.

Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

You will be responsible to the Peace Programme Manager for the development and implementation of projects linked to the PEACEPLUS programme. You will facilitate, lead and deliver on all aspects of the assigned PEACEPLUS projects and relevant strategic themes including developing and building relationships with communities and ensuring strong links with the community and voluntary sector and key stakeholders across Belfast.

About the department

With over 1,400 staff the City and Neighbourhood Services Department delivers frontline services essential to the daily lives of Belfast residents. This includes:

• Open Space & Street Scene– Managing parks, green spaces, and street cleansing operations.
• Neighbourhood Development & Regeneration– Overseeing community centres, health and wellbeing initiatives, active living, and community safety.
• Regulatory & City Services– Providing environmental health services, dog and pest control, port health, emergency planning, and bereavement services.
• Strategic Waste Management– Leading waste collection, recycling, and fleet management.

This department is committed to delivering customer-focused, cost-efficient, and impactful services to enhance the quality of life in Belfast.

City & Neighbourhood Services Department