Housing Research Assistant

Service: Housing Services, Development and Economic Growth

Closing Date: Friday 13th December 2024

We are seeking a key member of staff to join our Housing Strategy Team.

The post holder will assist the Research & Development Officer to delivery high quality services and best value to service users by ensuring that all agreed plans are implemented efficiently and effectively. In particular:

1. assist in the preparation, production and dissemination of the Council’s Local Housing Strategy.
2. monitor and prepare reports on local housing strategy and associated strategic plans
3. co-ordinate arrangements for strategic partnership meetings.
4. collate, analyse and present data for the production of the Housing Needs and Demand Assessment.
5. review and update Housing Market Area profiles
6. assist with the production of reports/plans/strategies/presentations and background materials for the housing service
7. liaise with partners/consultants and all stakeholders in relation to production of strategic housing plans
8. maintain accurate and up to date information for all housing related websites in Argyll and Bute (eg Council and HOMEArgyll)
9. maintain an up to date knowledge of all relevant Housing Strategy Guidance.
10. respect the confidentiality of clients, colleagues and other Department/Agencies at all times.
11. work within the Equal Opportunities policies and other values of the Council.

This is a temporary, full time post, 35 hrs per week, worked Monday to Friday 9am -5pm with an hour for lunch.

The successful candidate will meet the following essential criteria:

• 3 Standard Grades Level 1,2, (including Maths and English
• Experience of research including statistical analysis and data handling
• Minute Taking
• Excel spreadsheets
• The jobholder will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Argyll and Bute and beyond to meet the operational requirements of the Service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; numeracy and organisational skills
• Ability to input data accurately and efficiently

It is desirable that the post holder has:

• HNC in related field or Housing Diploma Level 4
• Front line experience of housing or related service
• Knowledge of Housing Market System

Argyll and Bute Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work. While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver is not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible.

To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

If you would like clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description you will require to speak with the recruiting manager, who is

• Kelly Ferns, Research and Development Officer
• Telephone: 01369708672
• Email: kelly.ferns@argyll-bute.gov.uk
• Reference: ARB15325/037043

Please note that you cannot apply for this vacancy by contacting the recruiting manager, applications must be made by clicking on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

Please also note that we do not accept CVs, only applications completed and submitted via the Apply Now button on this page.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit Equality & Diversity Policy.