Rural Housing & Communities Officer

You will work closely with Parish Councils, local communities, landowners, housing providers and Dorset Council to help rural communities explore and progress solutions to local housing need.

If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.

This is a community‑facing, relationship‑based role that combines engagement, analysis and practical problem‑solving. You will manage your own caseload and play a key part in building trust, navigating sensitive issues, and helping partners move ideas towards delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting the Rural Housing Enabling service across Dorset
• Supporting communities to understand evidence of local housing need
• Identifying and helping to progress potential affordable housing sites
• Supporting early stages of scheme development through to handover

You will not be expected to come with detailed technical knowledge of rural housing policy. xwzovoh Training, mentoring and technical support will be provided, including support from national and local Rural Housing Enabling networks.