Rural Housing & Infrastructure Enabler

Rural Housing & Infrastructure Enabler An exciting opportunity for a motivated and community-focused Rural Housing & Infrastructure Enabler to champion rural affordable housing and infrastructure development across Hertfordshire. Position : Rural Housing & Infrastructure Enabler Location : Hybrid, home-based with one day a week in the Hertford office. Salary : £28,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week which may include some evening or weekend work as we operate a flexible working system. Contract Type : Fixed term until 31 March 2026 (with strong potential for extension) Closing Date : Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 11.59pm About the role : As the Rural Housing & Infrastructure Enabler, you\’ll work closely with local communities, parish councils and partners to enable the delivery of rural affordable housing and essential infrastructure that supports resilient, thriving villages. From initial engagement to project completion, you\’ll provide expert advice, build strong partnerships and advocate for the needs of rural residents. Your role includes conducting housing needs surveys, guiding stakeholders through the affordable housing development process, delivering training, raising awareness, and applying for grants to support infrastructure projects such as sustainability, connectivity and community transport. About you</b…