NICPLD is funded by the Department of Health to provide a range of pharmacy learning and development programmes including the Foundation Training Year (FTY) in Northern Ireland. The Centre also oversees the provision of Experiential Learning (EL) for pharmacy students, delivers a postgraduate certificate in Independent Prescribing for pharmacists working in NI, delivers a programme of live education, Pharmacy Technician training and Post-registration pharmacist programmes. The post holder will join the NICPLD FTY team to develop, lead, implement and evaluate a bespoke selection process for FTY in NI. The post holder will work closely with the FTY and EL teams to support the Associate Dean for FTY in all aspects of the FTY and take the lead on deliverables for the Regional Task and Finish Group. The post is full-time hours (37 hours per week) on a fixed term contract available until 31st March 2026 (secondment possible). NICPLD is based at Beechill House, 42 Beechill Road, Belfast BT8 7RL. However, NICPLD work in a hybrid manner and formal flexible working requests are welcomed. About the person: The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following criteria: Hold a Degree in Pharmacy. Are a Member or are eligible for membership of the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland. Hold substantial relevant experience of working as a senior pharmacy professional, with extensive knowledge of pharmacy which has been acquired through post graduate study or equivalent experience. Can demonstrate experience of leading training or work programmes in highly complex and challenging environments. Can provide evidence of planning and delivering programmes and projects on time and within budget where impact of delivery extends beyond own area of work. Have extensive experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment with diverse stakeholder input. Have comprehensive experience of policy and service improvement development tools and techniques. 8. Have experience and understanding of evaluating, measuring (including statistically) and reporting on performance, drawing on complex information from a variety of sources and experience of managing risks and reporting. Have experience of working within a high-profile team, with regular and direct access to senior management and experience of chairing meetings and facilitating groups. Have experience of networking within pharmacy and multi-disciplinary collaboration. Have experience in project management and demonstrable evidence of managing competing priorities. To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website. Please note: The Chair of the Panel will provide 30-minute information webinar on Monday 3 February 2025 at 7pm. Anyone interested in attending should email for joining details. Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding. What we offer: Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more on our website. Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan and have established staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ) which help us progress equality. For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website. Skills: Pharmacy NICPLD Learning & Development Benefits: Work From Home