Rough Sleeping Services Lead (12‑Month FTC)

CITY OF LONDON CORPORATION; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Greater London seeks a Rough Sleeping Service Manager for a 12-month maternity cover. You will lead the rough sleeping programme by managing outreach, accommodation, and support contracts while coordinating funding from the Ministry for Housing. The role demands excellent leadership, strategic partnership management, and oversees a substantial budget. This is a hybrid role with office space in the City of London Guildhall, and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable communities is essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts on health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leadership across complex scenarios.
• Aptitude for managing outreach and support contracts.
• Experience in community safety and procurement is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the rough sleeping service and manage related contracts.
• Coordinate delivery of MHCLG's Rough Sleeping Prevention and Recovery Grant.
• Sustain strategic links with government and local stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership and management techniques

Stakeholder engagement

Grant management

Job description

A local government entity in Greater London seeks a Rough Sleeping Service Manager for a 12-month maternity cover. You will lead the rough sleeping programme by managing outreach, accommodation, and support contracts while coordinating funding from the Ministry for Housing. The role demands excellent leadership, strategic partnership management, and oversees a substantial budget. This is a hybrid role with office space in the City of London Guildhall, and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable communities is essential.