External Member (Subcommittee Homelessness and Rough Sleeping) X2

The City of London Corporation is recruiting for External Members to sit on its Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Subcommittee. The Subcommittee, which links directly to the Department of Community and Children’s Services Committee, oversees the City of London’s important work in combatting Homelessness and Rough Sleeping in the Square Mile.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for working on behalf of vulnerable groups to use their life experience, professional expertise and personal commitment to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to ending Rough Sleeping for good.

As an External Member of the Subcommittee, you will join elected Members, City of London Officers and other relevant stakeholders in developing strategic responses to homelessness. You will contribute to the oversight of approaches adopted by the City of London and use your experience, knowledge and enthusiasm to help the Subcommittee translate the policy landscape into measured and impactful interventions.

The Subcommittee values professional and lived experience relevant to the prevention and relief of homelessness. Applications are particularly welcome from those who have personal experience of, or a professional background, in homelessness, addiction, physical health and mental health.

The successful candidate will be required to commit to the following:

• Attend four Subcommittee meetings per year.
• Note that appointments are for a term of up to three years (two two-year terms and one three-year term).
• Note our commitment to equal opportunities, and that we particularly welcome applications from female, BAME, and other under-represented groups.
• Note that vacancies are not open to individuals who hold any paid office or employment in the following: City of London Corporation or Court of Common Council.
• Adhere to the highest standard of conduct and ethics, in keeping with the best interests of the Corporation at all times and abide by the code of conduct - Seven Principles of Public Life as set out by the Committee on Standards in Public Life.

The City of London Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy 2023-27 can be found here: Strategy, facts and figures - City of London

The Homeless and Rough Sleeping Subcommittee Terms of Reference can be found 06. HRS Terms of Reference AND Schedule March2024.doc

Closing date for applications is midday on 28 June 2024. A CV and covering letter should be sent to katie.davies@cityoflondon.gov.uk

The Recruiting Panel will consist of the Chairs and Deputy Chairs of Community and Children’s Services Committee and Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Subcommittee (or their representatives) along with a maximum of two officers appointed by the Executive Director, Community and Children's Services. The recruiting Panel plans to refer their recommended candidate to the Department of Community and Children’s Services Committee, which will ultimately have the final decision on any appointment. Successful applicants will be expected to begin attending meetings of relevant Subcommittees from 9 September 2024.

Closing date: 12 noon on 28 June 2024.

To apply please send your CV and Cover letter to Katie Davies via the button below.

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCCS0881 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.