Director of Housing

Director of Housing
Location: YMCA Norfolk Offices, Norwich
Salary: Competitive, plus benefits (34 days holiday; inclusive of bank holidays, pension and employee assistance scheme)
Contract: Full-time/ Permanent

Are you ready to lead the future of housing services, champion safeguarding and inspire a team driven by Christian values?

YMCA Norfolk is seeking a Director of Housing to lead our housing strategy and operations. This role is central to our mission of supporting young people to thrive in body, mind and spirit. If you are a leader with housing management expertise and a commitment to making a tangible difference, then we would love to hear from you.

About us
YMCA Norfolk is a Christian charity dedicated to creating opportunities for young people. Our housing services offer critical support to individuals, empowering them to overcome challenges and build brighter futures. We have 50 properties across Norfolk providing accommodation to 200 young people.

About the role
The Director of Housing will provide strategic leadership for our housing operations, ensuring excellence in service delivery, safeguarding and quality assurance. You will manage significant budgets, develop partnerships and actively embed our Christian ethos across the organisation.

You will be part of the Executive Team, shaping the overall direction of YMCA Norfolk and working collaboratively to deliver our mission. This role would also suit individuals operating as a Head of Housing or possibly a Senior Housing Manager looking to take the next step in their career. The organisation is committed to supporting the development of aspiring leaders which could include securing additional qualifications.

Experience

• Substantial leadership experience in housing management with a sound understanding of housing legislation and regulation.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire teams.
• Demonstrable success in managing budgets and achieving organisational targets.
• Experience in involving service users in shaping services.
• Proven ability to assess and manage risk in complex environments.

Personal Qualities

• In accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the successful candidate to be a committed Christian as you will strengthen and uphold the Christian Identity of the organisation and to ensure that services align to this.
• A strategic thinker who thrives under pressure and communicates with empathy and clarity.

Why Join Us?
At YMCA Norfolk, you'll be part of a supportive, faith-led organisation where your leadership will directly impact lives. We offer:

• Competitive salary, holiday allowance and pension contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to lead a team making a tangible difference for young people.
• Relocation expenses and subscriptions to appropriate professional bodies by negotiation.

How to Apply
If you are ready to lead our housing operations with strategic vision and faith-inspired impact, we would love to hear from you. Please contact our retained consultant Will Worthington at Morgan Hunt to request the candidate pack.

Closing Date: Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Interview Date: week commencing 3rd February 2025

YMCA Norfolk is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We encourage applicants who share our mission and values, regardless of background.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.