Homelessness Task Force Lead (Internal Secondment) in Liverpool

Internal Secondment Only External Applicants Will Not Be Considered

We are inviting expressions of interest from colleagues for an internal secondment as Liverpool City Region Homelessness Task Force Lead. This is an opportunity to lead a regional programme, build cross-sector partnerships and turn shared priorities into practical action to prevent and tackle homelessness and rough sleeping.

You will lead and coordinate the Homelessness Task Force, its sub-groups and workstreams, overseeing programme planning, governance, risk management and reporting. Working with local authorities and wider partners, you will use evidence to understand need, identify gaps in provision and strengthen regional collaboration. The role also supports development of a city region supported housing strategy and the planning, mobilisation and oversight of Rough Sleeping Programme activity and funding.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Homelessness Operational Programme leadership: Ability to translate strategic priorities into deliverable plans, coordinate interdependent workstreams and manage competing priorities, resources and risks.
• Partnership working and influencing: Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to bring partners together, navigate differing organisational priorities and secure shared action.
• Analysis and problem-solving: Ability to interpret evidence on homelessness need, services and outcomes, identify gaps and develop clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Communication: Confident written and verbal communication, including preparing reports and briefings, supporting governance meetings and engaging senior stakeholders.
• Financial and delivery assurance: Ability to oversee budgets, forecasts and programme performance, maintain effective controls and ensure compliance with funding conditions.
• Relevant understanding: Knowledge of homelessness, rough sleeping and supported housing, alongside a commitment to improving responses for under-served communities.

How do I apply?

Interested colleagues should submit a written Expression of Interest (EOI) of no more than 500 words, setting out:

-How you meet the essential criteria for the role

-How you meet any desirable criteria, where applicable

-Why you are interested in the role and what you would bring.

Your EOI should include specific examples from your experience, focusing on your personal contribution to projects and programmes.

An informal interview will take place to select the right candidate.

This role is fixed Term until 31 March 2029.