Strategic Housing Policy Leader

GMCA; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GMCA is seeking a Principal for Housing Strategy to lead strategic housing policy and programme delivery across Greater Manchester. The role focuses on embedding Housing First principles, influencing partners, and delivering on the Housing First work programme under the Greater Manchester Strategy.

You will provide strategic insights, manage budgets, and develop high-level briefings for senior leaders and national government, while overseeing key policy documents.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of housing policy, including supported housing.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and policy development skills.
• Proven ability to lead projects and manage budgets effectively.
• A graduate-level qualification or equivalent substantial experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a programme of work to create the conditions to achieve our supported housing ambitions.
• Work with partners to influence the integration of housing support services into the Greater Manchester Live Well Model.
• Develop and embed a Housing First approach to equalities across all our work including the use of Equalities Impact Assessments.
• Manage key relationships with our local and national partners.
• Provide strategic housing insight and support to GMCA and partners, ensuring alignment with GMS ambitions.
• Prepare high-level briefings and analysis for senior leaders, the GM Mayor, and national government.
• Oversee development and review of key strategic documents, and policies.

Skills

Housing policy

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Education

Graduate-level qualification

Job description

GMCA is seeking a Principal for Housing Strategy to lead strategic housing policy and programme delivery across Greater Manchester. The role focuses on embedding Housing First principles, influencing partners, and delivering on the Housing First work programme under the Greater Manchester Strategy.

You will provide strategic insights, manage budgets, and develop high-level briefings for senior leaders and national government, while overseeing key policy documents.