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The Housing Agency has appointed the experienced Bob Jordan as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Mr Jordan, who will take on the role next week, boasts a strong leadership record in the housing sector and will take over from retiring CEO John O'Connor.
Since 2018 Mr Jordan has been the National Director of the Government's Housing First programme, which provides permanent homes and wraparound supports to people who have experienced rough sleeping and long-term homelessness.
Based in Dublin City Council, Mr Jordan has worked closely with local authorities, Approved Housing Bodies, health services and homeless charities to extend the programme nationwide. Prior to his role in Housing First, Mr Jordan was Chief Executive of the housing charity Threshold for nearly a decade. He was Special Adviser to the Minister for Housing during 2016-2017.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr Jordan said: "I am delighted to be taking up the role of CEO of The Housing Agency. The Agency plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of social and affordable housing. In recent years, it has taken on additional responsibilities to respond to the housing challenges we face. With the Government having recently published a new housing strategy, I look forward to working with the Board and staff of The Housing Agency to promote housing supply to meet current and future needs."
Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien TD added: "Following on from the publication of the Housing for All Plan the next few years will continue to be a challenging period for all working in the housing sector. Having someone of Bob's calibre and experience leading The Housing Agency during this critical time will be of great benefit. I would also like to thank John O'Connor for his excellent work as CEO. John's expertise and knowledge have been invaluable to me and I am glad he has accepted the position of Chair of the soon to be established Commission on Housing."
Minister O'Brien recently appointed outgoing CEO John O'Connor as Chairperson designate of the Commission on Housing, which will be established later this year.
