Putting the needs of sanctuary seekers at the heart of our work The challenge Tasked with supporting the largest city in the South West, our colleagues across the Council are faced with a myriad of complex yet meaningful challenges. Home to nearly half a million people, the city''s numbers continue to grow as we manage the needs of a growing population of refugees, asylum seekers, and others affected by forced migration. The team are passionate about supporting all sanctuary seekers, including those who have no recourse to public funds, to rebuild their lives and integrate amongst Bristol''s vibrant communities. As our Head of Bristol Sanctuary Services, you will take the lead in line managing all the services we currently offer to sanctuary seekers. It''s a rich and highly satisfying role, in which you could make a tangible impact on many lives. Your role Providing strategic and operational leadership for all services offered by the Council, you will also work with external partners such as voluntary and community sector organisations who can help us welcome and support refugees and asylum seekers. Effectively managing the resources available to your team, you will see to it that funding instructions (such as those from Home Office and MHCLG schemes) are being met, and you will be keen to continually explore ways in which we could enhance our services. About you We''re looking for an inspirational leader, who has a background in migrant services or equalities experience at s