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ACRE
Programme Manager – Rural Housing Enabler Programme
Salary: circa £41K per annum
Location: Home based / hybrid (Oxfordshire office)
Contract type: Full time (37.5 hrs per week) initial 12-month contract, with possible extension subject to funding.
Would you like to make a positive impact for rural communities across England? Can you help us deliver this exciting and much needed programme to assist rural communities secure more affordable housing?
About Us
Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) champions thriving, sustainable and inclusive rural communities that have the services they need and the resources to secure equitable outcomes for everyone. We are the only national charity speaking up for everyone in rural areas. We work closely with our 38 member organisations who support local communities across England. Together we campaign for change, enable local action, and improve support for people most in need. We work with government and other national partners to explore the issues affecting rural communities and identify solutions so that no one is disadvantaged by where they live.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced programme manager to continue the delivery of a programme of Rural Housing Enablers (RHEs) across England. RHEs are professionals attached to members of the ACRE Network who help communities to address their need for affordable housing locally and who broker relationships with planners, landowners, and developers to identify suitable sites for development. The Programme was launched in 2023 and you will build on the work of the last eighteen months, operating predominantly at a national level, and focusing on the overall management and delivery of the programme and on its longer-term development. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will also manage a part-time Programme Officer and advise and support the wider team and our member bodies.
About You
You will have a track record of leading and managing a programme involving multiple partners and the skills to support a network of RHEs. You will be confident in working with government officials, other stakeholders and colleagues within the ACRE Network. You will have strong numeracy and literacy skills and experience of providing both financial and narrative performance and monitoring reports. You will be skilled and experienced in partnership working and in facilitating the best performance in others, partners and contractors alike. You will enjoy getting the job done and be used to dealing with multiple priorities at one time as well as spotting new opportunities and in driving change to improve programme efficiency and effectiveness. You will have direct experience of living in a rural community or have a strong empathy with our cause.
This role is a great opportunity for an experienced programme manager to make a real impact for rural communities and work with central government on a national programme. You will be joining a small, focused and energetic organisation while being part of a unique national network. If you share our vision and ambition, please get in touch.
Working at ACRE
The ACRE team is largely home based, and we all get together in our office in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, at least once a month. We are happy to discuss working arrangements with candidates. Benefits include up to 30 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, life cover and flexible working.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, traditions and ways of life. Please note you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 31 March.
Interviews: in person at ACRE in Woodstock on the 11 April.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
No agencies please.
Programme Manager – Rural Housing Enabler Programme
Salary: circa £41K per annum
Location: Home based / hybrid (Oxfordshire office)
Contract type: Full time (37.5 hrs per week) initial 12-month contract, with possible extension subject to funding.
Would you like to make a positive impact for rural communities across England? Can you help us deliver this exciting and much needed programme to assist rural communities secure more affordable housing?
About Us
Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) champions thriving, sustainable and inclusive rural communities that have the services they need and the resources to secure equitable outcomes for everyone. We are the only national charity speaking up for everyone in rural areas. We work closely with our 38 member organisations who support local communities across England. Together we campaign for change, enable local action, and improve support for people most in need. We work with government and other national partners to explore the issues affecting rural communities and identify solutions so that no one is disadvantaged by where they live.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced programme manager to continue the delivery of a programme of Rural Housing Enablers (RHEs) across England. RHEs are professionals attached to members of the ACRE Network who help communities to address their need for affordable housing locally and who broker relationships with planners, landowners, and developers to identify suitable sites for development. The Programme was launched in 2023 and you will build on the work of the last eighteen months, operating predominantly at a national level, and focusing on the overall management and delivery of the programme and on its longer-term development. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will also manage a part-time Programme Officer and advise and support the wider team and our member bodies.
About You
You will have a track record of leading and managing a programme involving multiple partners and the skills to support a network of RHEs. You will be confident in working with government officials, other stakeholders and colleagues within the ACRE Network. You will have strong numeracy and literacy skills and experience of providing both financial and narrative performance and monitoring reports. You will be skilled and experienced in partnership working and in facilitating the best performance in others, partners and contractors alike. You will enjoy getting the job done and be used to dealing with multiple priorities at one time as well as spotting new opportunities and in driving change to improve programme efficiency and effectiveness. You will have direct experience of living in a rural community or have a strong empathy with our cause.
This role is a great opportunity for an experienced programme manager to make a real impact for rural communities and work with central government on a national programme. You will be joining a small, focused and energetic organisation while being part of a unique national network. If you share our vision and ambition, please get in touch.
Working at ACRE
The ACRE team is largely home based, and we all get together in our office in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, at least once a month. We are happy to discuss working arrangements with candidates. Benefits include up to 30 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, life cover and flexible working.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, traditions and ways of life. Please note you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 31 March.
Interviews: in person at ACRE in Woodstock on the 11 April.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
No agencies please.
Salary : $41,000
