FACTOR REQUIREMENT ESSENTIAL OR DESIRABLE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE - At least 7 years’ experience at a senior level of working in the Housing or related field successfully leading, managing and delivering complex and significant business initiatives and outcomes Essential Application Form/ Interview - Extensive experience of developing effective relationships and partnerships at strategic/ senior level and across organisations Essential Application Form/ Interview - Extensive experience of managing and developing new business initiatives Essential Application Form/ Interview Experience of preparation of Bids and making presentations for business Essential Application Form/ Interview Experience of utilising complex data/information to inform decision making Essential Application Form/ Interview Experience of managing staff either directly or in a project environment Desirable Application Form/ Interview Appropriate professional qualification Essential Application Form Degree in appropriate discipline Essential Application Form VOCATIONAL TRAINING Equality and Diversity Essential Application Form Customer Care Essential Application Form Health and Safety Essential Application Form FACTOR REQUIREMENT ESSENTIAL OR DESIRABLE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT JOB RELATED SKILLS Ability to understand, interpret and manipulate complex and detailed information including legislation and regulation Essential Application Form/ Interview
Communication and presentation skills at a strategic – written, verbal, multi media Essential Application Form/ Interview Strong networking, negotiation and persuading skills Essential Application Form/ Interview Ability to plan, manage and make decisions at a strategic level Essential Application Form/ Interview Strong organisational skills – to be able to plan major corporate/strategic projects and manage diverse workloads and staffing resources to meet deadlines and targets set Essential Application Form/ Interview To think innovatively and laterally to produce and develop initiatives Essential Application Form/ Interview Ability to deliver continuous improvement both incrementally and as a step change Essential Application Form/ Interview Ability to positively manage a demanding and varied work load with enthusiasm and commitment Essential Application Form/ Interview An understanding of current housing issues Desirable Application Form/ Interview Ability to work effectively in close partnership with other agencies and organisations Essential Application Form/ Interview FACTOR REQUIREMENT ESSENTIAL OR DESIRABLE METHOD OF ASSESSMENT PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Ability to remain positive and enthusiastic with a demanding workload Essential Interview Effective leadership skills Essential Interview Tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive matters. Essential Interview Well organised and highly motivated Essential Interview Personal commitment to the Vision and Core Values of Essential Application Form
Newark and Sherwood Homes WORK CIRCUMSTANCES Able to work outside normal office hours including evenings and weekends Essential Application Form To participate in the Company’s out of hours service as required Essential Application Form Hold a valid driving licence and have the daily availability of a car Essential Application Form Work type – Fixed in Office NB: The above specification defines the minimum essential requirements of the job, but the Company will have regard to the Disability Discrimination Act and will make ‘reasonable adjustments’ to help applicants with a disability achieve these standards. Compliance with all the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification does not guarantee an interview. It may be necessary to use additional criteria at the shortlisting stage. SIGNED: _______________________________________ DATED: _______________________________________