Housing Policy Officer in Chesterfield

Job description

Housing Policy Officer

Chesterfield / Hybrid

Up to £44,075 per annum

Closing date - Friday 2nd January 2026 at 11:55pm

We have 2 posts to recruit for in this team:

• 1x Permanent - Full Time (37 Hours)
• 1x Fixed Term Contract - 9-12 Months (37 Hours)

About the Company

The East Midlands Combined County Authority represents a landmark moment for the region. With devolved powers and funding, EMCCA exists to grow the local economy, develop skills, drive regeneration, and support better transport, net zero, and housing outcomes for residents.

About the Role

A vital and high-impact opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Housing Policy Officer to join the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) as part of our growing Housing and Regeneration portfolio. This is an exciting moment to join EMCCA. As one of the country's newest combined authorities, EMCCA has been established to champion the East Midlands, drive investment, and improve outcomes for our communities. Housing and regeneration are at the heart of our devolution programme, and this role will play a key part in shaping the region’s long-term approach to housing quality, affordability, place-making, and land use. The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to shape and support the officer arrangements behind the new EMCCA Housing and Land Committee, ensuring that elected Members are equipped with high-quality advice, evidence, and policy options. You will commission research, develop policy proposals, and bring together insights from our local authorities and partners to support strategic decision-making across the region. This is a prominent role that will influence emerging housing policy across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and the wider East Midlands—particularly in areas such as affordable housing delivery, housing and environmental standards, brownfield and land strategy, and the broader regeneration agenda.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of governance, officer meetings, and work programmes that underpin the Housing and Land Committee.
• Lead and support the commissioning, drafting, and presentation of policy papers and options.
• Work collaboratively across constituent and non-constituent councils, housing associations, developers, Homes England, and other key stakeholders.
• Analyse data, interpret legislation and government policy, and translate complex issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to the development of EMCCA’s strategic housing frameworks and long-term regional housing priorities.
• Help build a shared evidence base across partners, supporting joint working and consistent regional policy approaches.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience, with evidence of and commitment to CPD.

Required Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high-quality reports and policy papers.
• Excellent analytical capability, with experience interpreting data, legislation, and policy.
• Confidence, curiosity, and a proactive approach to exploring new and emerging work areas.
• A collaborative working style and enjoyment of engaging with a wide range of partners.

A commitment to EMCCA's organisational values:

• We Lift Our Region
• We Work Together
• We Make an Impact
• We Are Human

Preferred Skills

• Experience in housing strategy, housing policy, planning, or related fields (highly beneficial).

Equal Opportunity Statement

EMCCA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.

To apply

If this sounds like your next role, please complete the application form and tell us within the supporting statement why you would be a great fit for our role and how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the requirements under the ‘About You’ section of the advert and the criteria within the Role Profile.

Further Information

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, unfortunately we are unable to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful. We do however thank you for your application and encourage you to continue looking for roles on our website page.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chesterfield

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English