Housing Policy Officer - Council Housing

TN United Kingdom; Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Policy Officer to join a forward-thinking council committed to enhancing tenant engagement and strategic housing initiatives. This role involves leading tenant satisfaction efforts, collaborating with key stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with new regulatory frameworks. As part of a team that values teamwork, respect, and innovation, you will play a vital role in shaping housing policies and strategies that benefit the community. If you are passionate about public service and making a difference, this position offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Local Living Wage

Work from Home

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning and policy development.
• Strong skills in tenant engagement and satisfaction improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of strategic planning and housing commissioning.
• Lead tenant engagement and collaborate with the Council Housing Management Board.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Tenant Engagement

Policy Development

Housing Strategy

Education

Degree in Public Policy or related field

Job description

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Client:

Cheshire West and Chester Council

Location:

Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

To support the delivery of strategic planning, commissioning, and enabling for all aspects of the Council's housing, and to lead tenant engagement. Responsibilities include reviewing tenant satisfaction performance and implementing improvements. This encompasses the Housing Strategy, Growth Plans, Sub-Regional Plans, Private Sector Housing Policy and Strategy, Tenancy Strategy, and Allocations Policy.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can thrive, guided by core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money, and Empowerment.

An opportunity has arisen for a Policy Officer to be employed on a permanent contract, primarily working from home with occasional meetings across the borough. This is an exciting time to join our team as the Council responds to new regulatory frameworks and aims to provide high-quality services to tenants and leaseholders.

Working closely with the strategic lead for Council Housing, you will lead tenant engagement efforts, collaborate with the new Council Housing Management Board, and help ensure the Council's readiness for the social housing regulation inspection framework.

To learn more about working for Cheshire West and Chester Council, including rewards and benefits, please see our website.

We welcome candidates whose experience may differ from the listed requirements but who believe they can bring value to the role.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see our website for more information.

The Council has adopted a Local Living Wage, ensuring all employees receive a minimum of £X per hour for contracted hours.