Housing Development Coordinator - Market Development Association (MDA)

Charity Jobs NI is delighted to be exclusively partnering with the Market Development Association (MDA) to recruit an experienced Housing Development Coordinator. This 55‑month role is supported by the National Lottery Community Fund and will drive high‑impact housing support, development and innovation in the Market community.

About MDA

Working from the Market Community Centre, MDA supports residents to secure high‑quality housing solutions, build skills, and shape the future of the area through community‑led development.

About the Role

You’ll provide comprehensive housing rights and advice, coordinate housing engagement, and lead education and skills programmes. You’ll also support new housing developments, explore innovative ownership/tenure models, and lead housing‑focused research and communications that increase visibility and impact.

Key Responsibilities

· Resident support: Deliver effective housing rights/advice and coordinate community engagement.

· Development and innovation: Support new housing sites and types; lead on new ownership/tenure models.

· Learning and research: Develop housing‑centred education/skills programmes; lead research and share findings.

· Partnerships and visibility: Build relationships with housing bodies and increase MDA’s housing profile through effective communications.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

· Qualifications/experience route: Third‑level qualification in a relevant discipline and at least four years’ relevant experience in each area below; or, without a third‑level qualification, at least five years’ relevant experience in each area.

· Resident support: Proven delivery of effective housing rights/advice to residents.

· Development delivery: Experience supporting or delivering new housing developments.

· Partnerships and organising: Managing cross‑sector partnerships and networks with housing providers and community partners; community organising and campaigning.

· Funding and research: Successful funding applications and grant management with effective reporting; conducting and reporting community‑based research.

· Aptitudes: Knowledge of working in areas of deprivation; ability to engage effectively with community, statutory agencies and housing associations; leadership and teamworking; able to use own initiative.

· IT and reporting: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, email/internet).

· Communication: Able to motivate and encourage others; experience preparing, writing and presenting reports/strategies; present information to different audiences.

· Flexibility: Able to work evenings/weekends and travel as required.

Desirable

· Qualifications: Third‑level qualification in Community Development or related.

· Local knowledge: Knowledge of the housing landscape in Belfast; understanding of the challenges and strengths of working‑class communities; knowledge of funding bodies.

· Monitoring and evaluation: Knowledge/experience of writing evaluation and monitoring reports to funders; excellent presentation skills.

Why Join MDA

Lead a long‑term, resident‑focused housing programme that blends rights‑based support with practical development and community wealth building.

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Market Community Centre, Belfast (office‑based)

Salary: £37,035 per annum (gross)

Contract: 55 months (fixed‑term)

Anticipated Start: October 2025

Applications Close: 12pm, Friday 19th September 2025

Please Note: Applications may be reviewed upon receipt and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Early application is strongly advised.

You might currently be working as: Housing Officer, Housing Rights Advisor, Community Housing Coordinator, Housing Development Officer, Tenancy Sustainment Manager, Programme Coordinator, or similar.

Interested?: Submit your CV via our online system or email hello@charityjobsni.com. For questions, call 028 9248 2205.

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