Head of Public Affairs, Strategy & Communications

Head of Public Affairs, Strategy & Communications 

Salary: £67,252 on appointment, rising to £70,792 after six months on successful completion of a probation period. 

Location: A Scotland wide business with an Edinburgh, Inverness, Bellshill, Irvine or Caithness office base. Hybrid working options are available.

Hours: 34.5 per week 

At Cairn Housing Association, we are proud to be one of Scotland’s leading housing providers, with almost 5000 homes in management across Scotland – creating vibrant communities and providing high quality homes that make a real difference. As we embark on a period of exciting transformation and innovation, we are seeking a visionary and experienced leader to help shape the future of housing across Scotland.  

This is not just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change.  As Head of Public Affairs, Strategy & Communications, you will play a pivotal role in steering Cairn’s strategic direction, business planning, elevating our public profile and connecting our mission to the communities we serve.  

This newly created role will also work closely with the CEO on the development and delivery of a highly effective public affairs function within Cairn aligned to strategic objectives, risk and customer priorities and will have a key role in scrutinising, articulating and acting as being a lead adviser on local and national policies and strategies relevant to the success of our business. The role also manages the performance framework, strategic planning, the communications strategy, and also leads on developing our equalities, diversity and inclusion approach. 

You will also have; 

    • A Degree qualification or equivalent experience.
    • A Full UK Drivers Licence with access to a vehicle.
    • A Basic Disclosure is also required for this role.

Join Cairn and enjoy a range of benefits including flexible and hybrid working, health and wellness support, tech and cycle schemes, compassionate leave, and more! Cairn HA is passionate about creating equal opportunities for everyone and warmly invites applications from all community members.

Application Process:

    • Closing Date:  12noon on Monday 18th August
    • Interview date:  1st September 2025                            
    • For full details, please download the job description from our website.
    • Please note, we do not accept CVs.

To apply, please click on the link below.

Head of Public Affairs, Strategy & Communications - Cairn Housing Association