Reader/Receiver Major Incident Room

We are recruiting experienced Reader/Receivers to receive, read, and identify key lines of enquiry. Effectively manage document classification and process accordingly and appropriately prioritise and action all material relating to ICRIR case work.

The MIR functions as the central hub of any investigation, through which every piece of information gathered by investigators, analysts and any other agencies is passed through.  It serves as the core from which all information is analysed, and strategies are formulated to ensure no avenue of enquiry is missed.  It manages a register of information which must be accurately monitored throughout, ensuring each investigator has the most up to date knowledge on any one investigation.  It is also a key component for research, strategy formulation and guidance from the beginning of an investigation right through to the end and possibly through the prosecution system should a prosecution be sought.  The first point of contact for all this information is the role of Receiver, once they have analysed and checked the information it is passed to the Data Processors to index ensuring the information is accessible and searchable both on the information and investigative side of the case management system, which in the case of the Commission is CLUE.

The end-to-end journey of an investigation is all about the people who will eventually benefit from information recovery. At every stage requesting individuals or families must be able to understand what is happening and what progress is being made. A key difference to the Commission’s approach is that a request must be made before the Commission can carry out its investigations. These requests can include specific questions that the requesting individual or family wish to see addressed during the investigative work. We will seek answers to requesting individuals’ questions by examining all existing material, including that which might not have been disclosed or made public during any previous fact-finding.

The post sits within the Investigations Directorate in the Commission. Headed by the Commissioner for Investigations, Peter Sheridan, you will form part of the Major Incident Room Team, reporting to the Major Incident Room Manager. The MIR sits at the heart of any investigation and all documents relating to any investigation are passed through the MIR ensuring no lines of enquiry are missed. The Directorate is multi-disciplinary with a mix of backgrounds and skills, and team members will be expected to work together to set a new and unique culture reflecting the Commission’s mission and values.

The Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery is an independent organisation that has been established to recover information about Troubles-related deaths and serious injuries to families, victims, and survivors and to promote reconciliation.

We are building the Commission and hiring more staff now that we have begun receiving cases.

We are building a values-led organisation. We operate with integrity, impartiality, openness, accountability, and respect, as set out in our Code of Conduct. This is reflected in our fair and open recruitment processes. We encourage people to join us across all backgrounds, communities and faiths to help us deliver.

The Commission is primarily based in Belfast, with further operational sites in Northern Ireland and London. Travel to all locations will be required, but hybrid working arrangements will help us support a range of flexible working patterns. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation with a unique and vital remit.

The Commission is formed of seven Commissioners, the Chief Commissioner, Sir Declan Morgan, the Chief Executive Officer, Louise Warde Hunter and the Commissioner for Investigations, Peter Sheridan, as well as four Non-Executive Commissioners to provide challenge and scrutiny to the executive team.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds, including underrepresented groups. We value diversity in our workforce as it enhances our ability to serve the communities of Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom.