Policy and public affairs manager - NI

About us
The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) are the professional body supporting housing professionals to create a future in which everyone has a place to call home.

About you

Are you ready to play a central role in influencing the direction of housing policy in Northern Ireland and help to provide everyone with a safe, sustainable and affordable place to call home?

We are seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to join our high-profile team. You will be instrumental in developing new thinking on housing policy, promoting good practice in service delivery, and ensuring our voice is heard across all levels of government and with key stakeholders.

This role requires a proactive and self-starting individual who can thrive in a hybrid working and matrix environment. You will be responsible for balancing independent work with seamless collaboration across our UK-wide teams to deliver on our shared goals. If you have the drive to make a difference and can build strong, evidence-based arguments, we want to hear from you.

If you are a clear thinker with strong analytical skills, are great at juggling priorities, and are keen to make a tangible difference, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply

CIH is committed to equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection and strives to have a workforce that promotes inclusivity. We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community and would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments we can make to achieve and celebrate diversity.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Justin Cartwright, National Director Northern Ireland at justin.cartwright@cih.org.

For details of how to apply please visit our careers page - Careers & Vacancies | Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH).

Closing date for applications: Monday 3 November 2025 (noon)

Interviews due to take place: Tuesday 11, Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 November 2025

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.