Recruitment of four commissioners to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland invites applications for the appointment of four new Commissioners to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission.
Further details for the position of Commissioner and the application pack are available for download here.
Further information or alternative formats of the application pack can be requested by email to nihrc2026@nio.gov.uk.
All applications should be submitted online where possible on the Cabinet Office website at: https://apply-for-public-appointment.service.gov.uk/roles.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 1 May 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Equality of Opportunity
Appointments will be made on merit and with regard to the equality provisions set out in the Northern Ireland Act 1998.
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