Project Officer

Project Officer – Renters Rights Act

Location: Waltham Forest
Hours: Part-Time – 22 Hours per Week
Pay Rate: £26.04 per Hour (PAYE)

Are you an experienced housing professional with a strong understanding of housing legislation and project delivery? We are seeking a proactive and organised Project Officer to support the implementation of the Renters' Rights Act within a busy local authority housing service.

- Provide specialist advice and recommendations based on research, analysis, and evaluation of information. 
- Manage complex and escalated customer enquiries and issues. 
- Support the development and delivery of service plans to meet strategic objectives. 
- Research legislative and policy developments and translate findings into reports, recommendations, and actions.
- Assist with projects and programmes to ensure compliance with the Renters' Rights Act.
- Maintain accurate project records, monitoring information, and data management systems. 
- Build effective working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders. 

About You You will have:

- Knowledge and understanding of the Renters' Rights Act and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
- Experience managing projects within a large organisation, delivering work to agreed timescales, budgets, and quality standards. 
- Experience working with a variety of internal and external partners.
- Experience engaging with residents from diverse communities. 
- Strong report writing, communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
- Good IT, presentation, literacy, and numeracy skills. 
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. 

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a significant housing reform programme and make a positive impact on local communities.

Apply now with your updated CV.