Northern Ireland Post Qualifying Education and Training Partnership

About Us...

The PQ Partnership’s staff team works closely with the membership of the Board and Committees to service
the delivery of the NI PQ Framework.

Chair of NIPQETP – Stephanie Irwin
Professional Manager – Marian O'Rourke
		Marian works on a full time basis to manage the work of the Partnership and its staff.  Marian is responsible for overseeing the work of all of the Boards and Committees in respect of both the completion of the UK PQ Framework and the implementation of the NI PQ Framework.  Marian works directly with the Management Board, its sub-committees and with the Quality Assurance Board and is currently engaged in all aspects of the introduction and implementation of the NI PQ Framework.
Professional Officer – Helen McVicker
		Helen works on a full time basis with particular responsibility for the work of the Quality Assurance Board for the UK PQ Framework; Enrolment in the NI PQ Framework, the Accreditation Board, the APL Sub-Group and the development of the PQ Database.
Database Manager – Audrey Cusick
		Audrey manages the PQ Database which records and reports on data on enrolment, progression and achievement by Candidates, accreditation and monitoring of programmes, work of the Boards and Committees and professional development within the PQ Partnership.  Audrey has detailed knowledge of the capacity of the PQ Database and can advise on reporting capabilities.
Office Manager – Alison Shaw
		Alison manages the PQ Office and has line management responsibility for the administrative assistants.  She oversees all of the administrative systems within the PQ Partnership and works directly with the Boards and Committees.  Alison has detailed knowledge of the structures and systems supporting the implementation of the NI PQ Framework and can provide initial advice on developments.
Administrative Assistant – Ruth Tovey
		Ruth provides administrative support to all aspects of the work of the PQ Partnership and is often the first point of contact.  She can advise on initial enquiries and can provide appropriate direction for further information.
Administrative Assistant – Susie Spence
		Susie also provides administrative support to all aspects of the work of the PQ Partnership and the database. Susie is often the voice at the end of the phone to redirect enquiries to the appropriate member of staff.