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Claire Johnston is a seasoned public sector executive with extensive experience in programme management, financial control, and business consulting. As Interim Head of Good Relations Delivery at the Northern Ireland Civil Service, she oversees PEACE IV and PEACE PLUS initiatives, driving positive relations projects and local authority action plans. Prior to this role, Claire managed projects at the Northern Ireland Civil Service, including the T:BUC Camps and Planned Interventions Branch, and served as a Programme Officer at the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) - European Funding.
Claire holds a Master's degree in Executive Leadership from Ulster University, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business/Management from the same institution. She is also a Chartered Accountant, having completed her studies at Chartered Accountants Ireland. With a strong background in business startup, growth, and innovation, Claire brings a unique perspective to her work, driving innovation and excellence in the public sector.
Based in Derry City and Strabane, Northern Ireland, Claire is a respected leader in the region, known for her expertise in programme management, financial control, and business consulting. Her experience spans over 10 years, with a strong focus on driving positive change and delivering results in the public sector.
Experience
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United Kingdom
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Interim Head of Good Relations Delivery
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Mar 2024 - Present
Interim Head of Good Relations Delivery - PEACE IV, PEACEPLUS, Central Good Relations Fund and Capacity Building
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Programme Manager PEACE IV and PEACE Plus
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Feb 2023 - Present
The Executive Office Accountable Department Programme Manager for PEACE IV and PEACE PLUS to include Local Authority Action Plans and Regional Building Positive Relations projects.
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Project Manager - T:BUC
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Jan 2022 - Feb 2023
Project manager in District Council Good Relations, T:BUC Camps and Planned Interventions Branch
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Programme Officer
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Apr 2021 - Jan 2022
Financial control unit
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Business Consultant
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Mar 2018 - Apr 2021
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Derry
Specialist in business startup, growth and innovation
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Graduate Accountant
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Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
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Derry
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Education
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2020 - 2021Ulster University
Advanced Diploma, Social Enterprise -
2016 - 2018Chartered Accountants Ireland
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2013 - 2016Ulster University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Accounting and Business/Management -
2021 - 2023Ulster University
Master's degree, Executive Leadership
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