Rural Housing Project Officer

Rural Housing Project Officer We are seeking a community-focused Rural Housing Project Officer to help Gloucestershire communities turn local needs into affordable homes. Position: Rural Housing Project OfficerSalary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experienceLocation: Gloucester, with travel across Gloucestershire and occasional travel further afieldHours: Part-time, 3 to 4 days, up to 28.8 hours per week, worked flexibly with occasional evening and weekend meetingsContract: PermanentClosing date: 10am on Friday 27 November 2026Interviews: Monday 7 December or Wednesday 9 December 2026 About the role Affordable homes help rural communities remain places where people can live, work and build their futures. In this role, you will support communities to shape affordable housing solutions that reflect their needs, helping projects progress from initial ideas towards delivery. Working with communities, residents, parish and town councils, landowners, housing associations, local authorities and Homes England, you will bring people together and provide practical, impartial guidance. Key responsibilities include: Supporting community engagement, workshops and consultations so local people help shape affordable housing proposals. Identifying affordable housing needs through surveys, research and data analysis. Exploring potential development sites, suitable land and opportunities to bring unused buildings into affordable housing use. Helping assess project ..... full job details .....