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Job Title: Housing Project and Policy Officer
Location: Dorchester
Contract Type: Temporary
Salary: £17.12 - £19.35 DOE

About Us
Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract, and interim opportunities. We operate based on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

About the Role
A new opportunity to take responsibility for developing, implementing, and reviewing policies and procedures. You will lead projects that influence service change and improvement across functions, offering advice on legislation and strategies, managing key stakeholders, and delivering high-quality results.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

Develop and manage projects affecting service outcomes
Monitor project progress, timelines, and budgets
Provide expert advice on policy and service improvements
Supervise staff and deputise for the manager as needed
Collaborate with stakeholders and provide reports
Ensure data quality and proper system useRequired Skills and Qualifications

Degree or equivalent in a relevant field
Extensive project management experience
Proven experience supervising staff
Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilitiesConnect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates