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  • Civil Service Skills Academy - Evaluation of DP Welcome event

    You recently completed the Deputy Principal Civil Service Skills Academy and commenced employment in DfE on 14 November 2022. As you have now been in post for a few weeks the Corporate Engagement Team would value your feedback on the welcome event in Adelaide House and your induction. The Corporate Engagement Team More
    Closed 20 January 2023
  • 2023 - Values Test Consultation

    This is a test of the Corporate Values survey for DfC More
    Closed 26 January 2023
  • Senior Leadership Forum Evaluation

    Evaluation of the Senior Leadership Forum 10/01/2023 More
    Closed 27 January 2023
  • GamCare’s gambling-related harm - Post-Evaluation

    Thank you for attending GamCare’s session on gambling-related harm as part of Cost of Living Information and Advice Week. If you could kindly complete the following short survey to help in the evaluation of the session . The survey should take no longer than three minutes to complete. It is voluntary and no personal data will be collected. All responses will be anonymous. Many thanks. More
    Closed 27 January 2023
  • DfE Pilot EO1 Mentoring Circle Mid-Point Evaluation for Mentors

    You have been participating, as a mentor, in the DfE EO1 Mentoring Circle Pilot which launched in November 2022. At the end of the pilot we will carry out a detailed evaluation to enable us to assess the effectiveness and impact of the mentoring circle but as you have now reached mid-point in your participation as a mentor we would be grateful if you would take a few minutes to complete the attached questionnaire. The Corporate Engagement Team More
    Closed 31 January 2023
  • CALL FOR EVIDENCE - Debt Respite Policy Proposals for Northern Ireland

    1. INTRODUCTION Following the UK Government’s arrangements for the introduction of a Statutory Debt Repayment Plan and to ensure equity of protection for people in problem debt in Northern Ireland, the then Minister for Communities, Deirdre Hargey gave a commitment to initiate work to explore primary legislation to establish a local debt respite scheme, incorporating provision for both a ‘Breathing Space’ and a ‘Statutory Debt Repayment Plan’. This Call for... More
    Closed 1 February 2023
  • Good Relations Indicators Readership Survey

    The Executive Office publish the Northern Ireland Good Relations Indicators report. We are interested in understanding more about the quality of the publication and how it is used. This is important, as it will help us to provide a high quality service which meets users' needs, Your views are extremely import to us and we thank you in advance for taking part in this feedback survey. More
    Closed 4 February 2023
  • Sport NI Athlete Award Programme Review 2017- 2023

    The Athlete Award programme investment aims to help ‘Our (NI) athletes be among the best in the World’, by targeting athletes who have the potential to achieve success and excel in Olympics, Paralympics and Commonwealth Games. For the 2017-23 period our Athlete Awards supported 235 individual athletes and 4 team sports, with 54 athletes transitioning onto Sport Ireland's Carding Scheme or UK Sport’s Athlete Personal Awards (APA). More
    Closed 9 February 2023
  • NICS Disability Network Event

    The NICS Disability Network is hosting its inaugural event for it's members on Wednesday 22 February from 09:30 - 13:30 at The MAC Belfast. This event will focus on you and what you want from your Network, with group discussions to help us forge a new path to ensure disabled staff and those from our disabled community are supported, visible and valued across the NI Civil Service. More
    Closed 13 February 2023
  • Homelessness Framework Evaluation-post

    Overview In November 2022 pilot offices initiated rollout of the Homelessness framework, we are now seeking feedback on the delivery of this framework in your office. The aim of the evaluation is to determine whether the implementation of the “framework for our citizens experiencing homelessness”, has increased engagement in the test and learn Jobs and Benefits Offices (JBOs) with those experiencing homelessness. All responses collected kept... More
    Closed 17 February 2023
  • Have your say in the Digital Operating Model survey: Directorates

    This survey has been created to help capture your views on your: experience with the IT Services Team understanding of the DfC Digital Strategy Your input will help us to enhance our service and support to you and the citizens of Northern Ireland. This survey will only take a couple of minutes to complete and will be available until COP Friday 17/02/2023. Your contribution would be appreciated. The survey is anonymous, however, there is an option to provide your... More
    Closed 17 February 2023
  • Have your say in the Digital Operating Model survey: Branches

    This survey has been created to help capture your views on your: experience with the IT Services Team understanding of the DfC Digital Strategy understanding of the DfC Digital Services Landscape Your input will help us to enhance our service and support to you and the citizens of Northern Ireland. This survey will only take a couple of minutes to complete and will be available until COP Friday 17/02/2023. Your contribution would be... More
    Closed 17 February 2023
  • State Care Monuments - Carbon footprint audit

    As part of the Department for Communities' commitment to net zero by 2050, the Historic Environment Division Climate Change Working Group is hoping to commission an audit of the carbon footprint associated with State Care properties. This will involve all aspects of their care, for example energy consumption, travel to and from properties and maintenance of sites. Once we can see the whole picture, we can then consider how we might improve our carbon footprint for each site individually or... More
    Closed 20 February 2023
  • Learning and Skills Snapshot exercise

    The ODT programme's Leadership and Skills Project aims to support DfE’s people to develop the skills they need to thrive in their careers and deliver the 10X Economic Vision. ​ ​​ Our senior leaders have identified skill areas that are of particular strategic importance at present. A number of these are core skills that everyone would generally expect to have, proportionate to their role and grade. We... More
    Closed 24 February 2023
  • Líofa Gaeltacht Bursary Scheme 2023

    Líofa aims to encourage as many people as possible to make a personal pledge to improve their Irish, and in doing so, to join a community of likeminded people focused on learning and using the language. Líofa’s Gaeltacht Bursary Scheme provides practical support to Líofa participants. It offers the opportunity for eligible applicants, irrespective of tradition and background, to be able to attend an Irish-language summer college, and experience the Irish language in all... More
    Closed 24 February 2023
  • PPS Policy for Prosecuting Cases of Domestic Abuse

    This is a public consultation by the Public Prosecution Service for Northern Ireland (PPS) to seek your views on our updated policy for prosecuting cases of domestic abuse. The policy document can be accessed here: PPS Policy for Prosecuting Cases of Domestic Abuse (November 2022) The purpose of the policy statement is to explain the approach of the PPS in taking prosecutorial decisions in respect of offences arising from domestic abuse. It is... More
    Closed 24 February 2023
  • Inform You Session - Registration Form - 10X Sustainability

    The session will be lead by Ryan White and Dale Shirlow and will provide an update on 10X Sustainability and introducing t he Climate Change Act (NI) 2022, the Circular Economy Strategy and the Energy Strategy which are the key departmental contributors to 10X Sustainability and fulfilling our 10X Economic Vision. The session will also introduce the Climate Change team and the Circular Economy team, and provides an overview of the statutory and strategic context of the... More
    Closed 28 February 2023
  • Understanding addiction alcohol and drugs WPS feedback survey

    On 14 th February Evelyn Heaslip from Work Psychology Service delivered a bite sized training session to Work Coaches in Holywood Road entitled “Understanding Addiction: Alcohol and other Drugs”. We would be grateful if you could complete a short survey about the presentation. Your feedback will help to inform future sessions. It will take approximately 2 – 3 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymised. The survey will... More
    Closed 3 March 2023
  • Inform You Session - Registration Form - 10x – Where are we, next steps and what does it mean for me?

    Amongst other things, this session will provide an assessment of how aligned our policies and programmes are to the 10X Vision and update you on what’s next for delivery of 10X. The session will be lead by Giulia ní Dhulchaointigh and Victor Dukelow To register your interest in attending please complete this short registration form. Following registration we will issue an email containing the WebEx link to the session. In the event that the session is oversubscribed we... More
    Closed 7 March 2023
  • Level 4 and 5 Provision and Higher Education in Further Education

    This document is seeking views on level 4 and 5 provision and Higher Education in Further Education (HE in FE) – these are higher education courses and qualifications undertaken by learners aged 18+. This provision is primarily vocational in nature, is offered in a range of subject areas and is delivered mostly by further education colleges in partnership with universities and awarding bodies. Qualifications at this level can lead directly into employment or on to further study, including... More
    Closed 9 March 2023
  • Period Products (Free Provision) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 – Departmental Regulations Consultation

    The Department for Communities (DfC) is consulting with all Arm’s Length Bodies (ALB's) and corporate soles, in respect to its duty under Section 2 of the 'Period Products (Free Provision) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022' which requires that all Departments must specify by regulations ‘Public Service Bodies’ within its functions. All Public Service Bodies must establish and maintain arrangements to ensure that period products are obtainable, free of charge within their premises. More
    Closed 9 March 2023
  • Principles for Vocational Qualifications in Northern Ireland

    Purpose of this consultation: Vocational qualifications are the foundations upon which our vocational education and skills system is built. They are delivered in FE colleges, schools (including Irish Medium schools), private training organisations, the community and voluntary sector and businesses to a wide range of different learners and fulfil a range of different purposes. Vocational qualifications are also delivered within a range of departmental programmes such as ApprenticeshipsNI,... More
    Closed 9 March 2023
  • AccessNI Online Training Participant Survey [01-02 March 2023]

    We would welcome your views on your experience of the AccessNI webinar you attended this week. There are only 13 questions and the survey should take no longer than 2 minutes to complete. Thank you. More
    Closed 10 March 2023
  • Inform You Session - Registration Form - Understanding Fraud and Raising Concerns

    Did you know that DfE has its own dedicated Fraud and Raising Concerns team? This session will give an overview of what our team does, how we can help, and when you need to contact us. To register your interest in attending please complete this short registration form. Following registration we will issue an email containing the WebEx link to the session. In the event that the session is oversubscribed we will update you. Please note that the closing... More
    Closed 16 March 2023
  • Inform You Session - Registration Form - Web Accessibility: Everyone's important!

    Web Accessibility: Everyone's important! The session will be lead by Michael Loughridge To register your interest in attending please complete this short registration form. Following registration we will issue an email containing the WebEx link to the session. In the event that the session is oversubscribed we will update you. Please note that the closing date for registration is Tuesday 28th March 2023 . Thank you More
    Closed 28 March 2023
  • Inform You Session - Registration Form - A Covid Counterfactual: What if Government had not provided support?

    A Covid Counterfactual: What if Government had not provided support? Gareth Hetherington MBE, Director of UUEPC; and Dr. Eoin Magennis, Senior Economist at UUEPC At the session UUEPC Director Gareth Hetherington MBE and Senior Economist Dr Eoin Magennis will present the findings of UUEPC’s recent Covid Counterfactual Research which considers a range of potential impacts that the Covid-19 pandemic To register your interest in... More
    Closed 28 March 2023
  • CSTT

    New Entrant staff feedback More
    Closed 31 March 2023
  • Review of Official Statistics produced by the Office of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland

    The Information and Communications Unit in the Office of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland (the Office) produces five Official Statistics publications annually, together with quarterly Official Statistics bulletins. We would like to better understand how the statistics are being used and whether there are any improvements we can implement to better meet user need. We would appreciate if you would complete this short survey to assist us in making these publications... More
    Closed 7 April 2023
  • Voluntary and Community Sector Infrastructure and Support

    The Department for Communities is the lead government department for supporting the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector (VCSE). We are also the lead funder of strategic capacity building in the Sector in Northern Ireland. We fund a range of organisations to provide practical support to staff, volunteers, boards and committees. We call this type of support ‘infrastructure support’ as we consider that collectively it helps to sustain the infrastructure of... More
    Closed 14 April 2023
  • The Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: Experiences and Attitudes of 16-year-olds in Northern Ireland report - Readership Survey

    The Executive Office have published the Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: Experiences and Attitudes of 16-year-olds in Northern Ireland report. We are interested in understanding more about the quality of the publication and how it is used. This is important, as it will help us to provide a high quality service which meets users' needs, Your views are extremely important to us and we thank you in advance for taking part in this feedback survey. More
    Closed 14 April 2023
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