DAHA Regional Lead (South West)

DAHA Regional Lead (South West)

Dept: Housing

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Remote with occasional onsite work

Hours: Full time 35 Hours

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Grade / Salary Band: Band 5 £29,556-£32,139

Line Manager: Senior Regional Lead

Direct Reports: N/A

Key Contacts: Housing, Health, CCR, Operations

Travel: Occasional on-site / event work

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday (Pro rata)
• Flexible working
• End of Year shutdown
• Opportunities for Learning & Development

About Us:

Standing Together is a UK-based charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse and creating safer communities. We work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including local authorities, police, and health services, to improve responses to domestic abuse and support survivors. We pioneered the Coordinated Community Response (CCR) approach in the UK, a multi-agency partnership model that ensures the safety of survivors while holding abusers accountable.

Through innovative training, advocacy, and community engagement, we empower individuals and organisations to challenge and change the systems that allow domestic abuse to persist. Our mission is to ensure everyone can live free from violence and abuse, fostering a culture of respect and equality. By leveraging research and best practices, we strive to influence policy and practice, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by domestic abuse.

Purpose of the Role:

The primary objective of this role is to champion and support local authorities and registered social housing providers in their efforts to achieve DAHA accreditation. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the wider Standing Together Housing Team to foster and maintain strong relationships with both strategic and operational housing partners. Additionally, they will play a key role in driving the development of new housing initiatives and responses to domestic abuse, ensuring continuous improvement in support for those affected.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage regional housing providers and local authorities to promote DAHA accreditation, supporting them through the process.
• Organise and deliver workshops and webinars on DAHA standards, ensuring ongoing education.
• Advocate for DAHA membership, managing membership agreements and ensuring successful delivery.
• Independently monitor and evaluate the accreditation process, identifying areas for improvement.
• Deliver DAHA training sessions as needed, meeting the specific needs of housing providers and local authorities.
• Chair DAHA Regional Groups, facilitating knowledge-sharing and policy discussions, and feeding insights into national groups.
• Represent Standing Together and DAHA at meetings, conferences, and public speaking engagements.
• Keep external partners and colleagues informed of project updates and developments.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth collaboration.
• Oversee the completion and approval of project documents, ensuring quality and clarity.
• Ensure accurate, timely reporting in line with organisational protocols and data management policies.
• Track project progress, addressing blockers and managing risks to meet milestones.
• Comply with Standing Together s policies, contributing to its long-term effectiveness and sustainability.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support organisational goals and share feedback from events and conferences.
• Perform any other duties as required by the line manager.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Experience in domestic abuse and/or housing sectors, with an understanding of its impact on housing needs for survivors.
• Knowledge of the intersectionality of race, gender, and societal oppressions in relation to housing injustices.
• Understanding of coordinated community responses to domestic abuse and a commitment to effective partnerships.
• Strong grasp of safeguarding responsibilities, particularly in the context of domestic abuse.
• Ability to coordinate and deliver meetings, workshops, webinars, and conferences.
• Proven experience in project planning, execution, and evaluation, with a focus on managing risks and reporting outcomes.
• Experience working collaboratively with voluntary and statutory agencies to ensure active participation.
• Familiarity with developing and adhering to organisational protocols and best practices.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and promoting inclusive, non-discriminatory practices.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and responsibility.

Benefits:

• 25 days of annual leave (pro rata), plus English bank holidays.
• 1 additional day s leave for religious/cultural observation.
• Salary sacrifice scheme.
• Private healthcare scheme (post-probation).
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Training and development opportunities.

Join Us If

Join us if you are passionate about improving housing support for domestic abuse survivors, committed to driving positive change in housing policies, and thrive in a collaborative, solution-focused environment. Your expertise will help create safer, more inclusive housing options for those impacted by domestic abuse.

Right to Work and DBS Check

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will undergo a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, funded by Standing Together, in accordance with Charity Commission guidelines.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At STADA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, national origin, marital status, medical history, parental status, or genetic information. Our goal is to create a workforce that reflects society and ensures every employee feels valued and empowered to perform their best. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Information

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

Please note that we may close this job advert early if we receive a high volume of applications

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