Policy Officer - Homelessness & Supported Housing (Hybrid)

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Annual leave scheme

Training on the job

Professional membership fees

Job summary

South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority is recruiting two Homelessness and Supported Housing Policy Officers to develop and deliver programmes across the region. You will support policy development, project management and evidence gathering to shape homelessness prevention strategies.

The role requires experience in homelessness settings, strong policy acumen and collaborative working with local authorities, housing providers and health partners. Hybrid working in Sheffield is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in homelessness and/or supported housing settings.
• Policy development and delivery experience.
• Understanding of EMSAs and housing policy context.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to build partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of SYMCA's Homelessness and Supported Housing Programme.
• Lead policy relating to homelessness and supported housing and contribute to Housing Strategy.
• Provide business cases and Demonstrator Projects funding insight and management.

Skills

Homelessness experience

Policy experience

Partnership & collaboration

Project management

EMSAs understanding

Job description

South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority is recruiting two Homelessness and Supported Housing Policy Officers to develop and deliver programmes across the region. You will support policy development, project management and evidence gathering to shape homelessness prevention strategies.

The role requires experience in homelessness settings, strong policy acumen and collaborative working with local authorities, housing providers and health partners. Hybrid working in Sheffield is offered.