Housing Policy Officer

Job Title: Housing Policy Officer
Location: London Borough of Newham
Term: Temp initially 3 month

Rate: 21.91 PAYE

Are you passionate about making a difference in housing services? We are looking for a dynamic Housing Policy Officer to help shape and enhance the lives of residents in Newham. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in developing housing policies and driving service improvements!

What You'll Be Doing:
In this influential position, you will:

• Develop, review, and update housing policies, strategies, and procedures.
• Stay informed on housing legislation and national policies, applying them in practice.
• Collaborate with housing teams and council colleagues to elevate service quality.
• Gather feedback from residents and stakeholders to inform policy decisions.
• Support service and case reviews to identify insights and drive improvements.
• Draft clear reports and briefings for senior leaders and elected members.
• Contribute to performance reporting and regulatory submissions.
• Co-ordinate responses to housing policy consultations.
• Facilitate workshops with staff and service users when needed.

Who We're Looking For:
We want to hear from enthusiastic individuals with a passion for housing and public service! You should ideally have:

• A degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of housing policy, social housing issues, and local government.
• Understanding of the social housing regulatory environment.

You'll also have experience in:

• Developing or implementing housing policies and strategies.
• Writing reports or policy documents.
• Collaborating with teams and external stakeholders.
• Running workshops or structured engagement sessions.
• Managing projects and juggling priorities.

Skills and Strengths:
We're looking for someone who:

• Writes clearly and confidently for various audiences.
• Analyses information and data effectively.
• Is comfortable with numbers and performance data.
• Has strong IT skills, especially in MS Word and Excel.
• Can manage their workload and meet deadlines.
• Is organised, adaptable, and thrives in a changing environment.
• Brings a creative, problem-solving approach to their work.

If you're ready to contribute to meaningful change in housing services, apply today! Join us in making a positive impact on the Newham community!

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