HOUSING OFFICER
PERMANENT CONTRACT
JOIN CORK SIMON COMMUNITY AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Cork Simon Community stands in solidarity with men and women
experiencing homelessness in Cork, providing essential housing and
support services as they work toward independent living. Guided by our
commitment to social justice, we are dedicated to building a society
free from homelessness. Our work is founded on six core values:
COMMUNITY, DIVERSITY, SOCIAL JUSTICE, VOLUNTARISM, COMMITMENT TO CARE,
and INCLUSION. These values shape our compassionate approach to
supporting both our residents and our staff.
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WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At Cork Simon Community, we highly value our employees and provide a
comprehensive benefits package, including:
* FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS: While the Housing Officer role is
full-time ( * hours per week), we offer
flexibility around part-time working options.
* SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT: Work in a collaborative team dedicated to
making a real difference.
* CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Extensive training and opportunities to grow
within the organization.
* WELL-BEING PROGRAMME: We prioritize your mental and physical
well-being.
* COMPETITIVE SALARY: For permanent roles, the salary is assessed
based on experience. Candidates with relevant experience and
qualifications may start at a higher point on the salary scale.
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YOUR ROLE AS A HOUSING OFFICER
Cork Simon Community is currently seeking applications for the role of
HOUSING OFFICER. We are looking for confident, patient, and flexible
individuals with experience in property and tenancy management. In
this role, you will work within the Property and Tenancy Management
Team to support people leaving homelessness and entering new
tenancies. You will play a vital role in managing housing solutions,
ensuring a smooth transition for tenants into independent living, and
maintaining high standards of property management.
This is a rewarding role that offers a great opportunity for personal
and professional growth, with the full support of your line manager
and team.
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SOME KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* TENANCY MANAGEMENT: Oversee the "move in" and "move out" processes
for tenants, ensuring Tenancy Agreements are managed smoothly.
* PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Prepare properties for new tenants, conduct
regular inspections, and manage health & safety compliance.
* RENT COLLECTION: Monitor and collect rent payments, and manage any
tenant debts.
* COLLABORATION: Work with colleagues to plan tenant transitions and
support housing stability.
* REPORTING: Prepare regular reports on void properties, rent
collection, and other tenancy matters.
* SUPPORT TENANTS: Encourage tenants to maintain their tenancies and
address any breaches effectively.
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IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:
* EXPERIENCE: At least one year of experience in property management
and tenancy agreements.
* DRIVING LICENCE: Full, clean driving licence and access to your
own car, as the role requires travel across the Cork and Kerry
regions.
* COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Strong verbal and written communication
skills.
* PROBLEM SOLVING: Confident in addressing tenancy issues with a
solution-focused approach.
* TEAMWORK: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to
achieve housing goals.
* IT PROFICIENCY: Comfortable using IT systems to manage records and
reporting.
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HOW TO APPLY
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of people
leaving homelessness and entering stable housing, we’d love to hear
from you. You can access the Recruitment Pack and Application Form via
our website at
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
