Housing Officer

About the Role

The Irish Red Cross (IRC), aligned with the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, is seeking to appoint a full-time Housing Officer on a fixed-term 12-month contract in Dublin. The IRC is dedicated to humanitarian assistance guided by core principles like humanity, impartiality, and neutrality. It plays a critical role in responding to migration challenges in Ireland by supporting refugees and migrants through initiatives such as resettlement and crisis response.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with property owners interested in offering accommodations; provide them with information and assist in onboarding to the IRC Register of Pledges.
• Manage existing IRC housing properties ensuring effective administration and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with internal teams—programme managers, caseworkers, housing and pledge support—to deliver suitable housing options tailored to programme needs.
• Conduct property inspections and prepare reports in line with required standards and PRSA licensing as applicable.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of social housing frameworks, social protection, social welfare systems, and local authority processes in Ireland.
• Understand building control regulations and Irish housing standards.
• Regularly update and review the accommodation pledges CRM register, engaging all pledges as needed.
• Prepare tailored informational materials for potential housing pledgers.
• Oversee minor repairs to accommodations that facilitate housing onboarding.
• Build lasting relationships with property owners to expand sustainable housing opportunities.
• Ensure all property agreements and licenses comply with regulations.
• Facilitate awareness sessions for property owners and beneficiaries regarding housing matters in alignment with programme goals.
• Contribute actively towards achieving the Migration Department’s objectives.
• Commit to continuous professional development and uphold IRC principles.
• Perform additional duties as assigned consistent with role responsibilities.

Candidate Requirements

• Certification for conducting property assessments compliant with relevant regulatory standards, such as PRSA licensing.
• Minimum of three years’ relevant experience within the Irish social housing sector, including housing property management and proficiency with the Residential Tenancies Acts.
• Background in social or voluntary housing sectors or related fields.
• Experience navigating Irish local authority frameworks and statutory bodies.
• Technical knowledge of the private rented sector and housing supports, including familiarity with HAP, RAS, and Rent Supplement schemes.
• Proven ability managing repairs and maintenance through contractor engagement.
• Computer literate with competency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Possession of a full, clean driving licence and access to personal transport.
• Strong organisational skills and capability to work autonomously.
• Desirable: Experience in migration-related work, engagement with complex community and stakeholder settings, and awareness of the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement’s Fundamental Principles.

Additional Information and Benefits

• Competitive salary with up to 5% employer contributions to a pension scheme.
• Office closures on Good Friday plus two additional privilege days during Easter and Christmas.
• Death in service benefit amounting to four times annual salary.
• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid options.
• Support for ongoing education, training, and professional development.
• Coverage for professional subscriptions where applicable.
• Access to travel benefits such as bike-to-work schemes and tax saver commuter tickets.

Equal Opportunities and Application Process

The Irish Red Cross values diversity in its workforce and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, disability, race, or membership in the Traveller community. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Ireland.

Applications close at 6pm on 25th August 2026. Interviews will be conducted in the week beginning 31st August 2026. Early applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with the possibility of the closing date being advanced. Late applications will not be considered.