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Overview
Choice Housing is one of Northern Irelands leading housing associations, we employ over 400 people and with a nearly 50-year legacy of enriching lives through the provision of safe, high quality, and affordable homes. We manage over 13,000 homes and support around 40,000 tenants, delivering a wide range of housing solutions including general needs, sheltered housing, support accommodation, and homes for families with complex needs.
Community Organiser (PEACE PLUS) – Ards and North Down Borough Council, Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council, and parts of Belfast. Fixed term 35 months. Full-Time (37 Hours). Salary £33,558 - £37,334. Job Reference: COPP/9411/0925.
Choice is seeking to appoint a Community Organiser. This person will fully participate in and contribute to the Common Ground project towards supporting stronger, safer and more stable communities through the promotion of understanding, mutual respect and community participation.
Essential Criteria
* Degree/Third level qualification and two years demonstrable relevant experience as a practitioner in a Community or Voluntary sector setting or Housing/Tenant Engagement Setting
* OR Educated to A Level standard (or equivalent) with three years demonstrable relevant experience as a practitioner in a Community Relations/Community Development/Housing role
* OR Five years demonstrable relevant experience as a practitioner in a Community or Voluntary sector setting or Housing/Tenant Engagement Setting may also be considered
Required knowledge and attributes (Applicable to all)
* Good understanding/experience of community development and of communities across NI and ROI
* Good knowledge/experience of building effective working relationships within/between communities
* Good knowledge/experience of how best to engage with internal and external stakeholders
* Good knowledge/experience of how to engage effectively with hard to reach/easy to forget target groups
* Flexibility and ability to work irregular hours on an occasional basis as required
* Full current driving license and access to a car
Benefits
* 22 days annual leave plus an additional 5 days after 5 years service, and 12 public holidays
* 6% employer pension contribution
* Learning and Development opportunities
* Paid maternity and paternity leave
* Bereavement leave
* Death in service benefit x3 annual salary
* Health cash plan including routine dental treatments, optical, and other health-related services
Application details
Further information including the job description, personal specification and further benefits can be found by clicking Apply below. Completed application forms should be returned by 12pm, Monday 6th October 2025. Shortlisting will occur Friday 10th October 2025. Interviews will occur week commencing 13th October 2025. The Association reserves the right to create a reserve list following the interview process. The panel may enhance the criteria to facilitate short-listing. Choice Housing Ireland Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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* Entry level
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* Full-time
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