Rural Regeneration Officer

Job Title: Rural Regeneration Officer
Grade: Band 5 (SCP 20)
Location: Housing Centre, Belfast
Duration: Temporary, Full-Time

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Mon-Fri (9-5)
Salary: £15.70 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the delivery of rural and regeneration programmes, including Small Pockets of Deprivation, Heritage in Housing, and Village Catalyst.
• Manage programme budgets and ensure compliance with audit and reporting requirements.
• Work with partners to support rural and regeneration programme delivery.
• Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of policies.
• Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes to ensure value for money.
• Maintain accurate records and update system databases.
• Draft reports, committee papers, and responses to enquiries.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies, councils, and community organizations.
• Provide high-quality customer service and manage queries.
• Represent the team and support colleagues as required.

Essential Criteria:

• Degree (Level 6) with at least 1 year of relevant experience, or HND (Level 5) with 2 years of experience, or 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in delivering housing/regeneration outcomes and working with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in managing budgets and using IT systems to process payments.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Access NI check.

Desirable:

• Full UK driving license or access to transport for work-related travel.

If you meet this criteria, we would love to hear from you!

If you would like to be considered for this role, please email your CV now to and we will be in touch. All details are treated in the strictest confidence.

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Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.