DFG Grants Officer, Hybrid Working, Immediate Start - #2173168

This East London Authority are looking for a DFG Grants Officer. Details of the role are:

Experience in administering DFG’s and interpreting recommendations provided by an Occupational Therapist

A knowledge of building construction and ability to draw up a schedule of works required for a disabled facility grant based on an inspection

Experience of carrying out financial means test assessments

A knowledge of the Housing, Grants Construction and Regeneration Act which governs the process of DFG’s

Experience of surveying residential properties and preparing specifications, drawings, and schedules of work

A strong understanding of building construction, building regulations, and health & safety

Experience of managing adaptation or improvement projects, ideally including Disabled Facilities Grants

The ability to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, architects, and internal teams, and to resolve issues on site

Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision

Excellent customer care and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to inclusive and accessible design

A good knowledge of government benefits

Experience of dealing with vulnerable adults and children

Experience of lone working

To apply for this role you must have:

• Be eligible to work within the UK
• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health (or equivalent housing related qualification)
• A recognized HHSRS assessors training course

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