The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Scotland has announced that Callum Chomczuk will step down as national director at the end of the year to pursue a new opportunity outside the housing sector.

Since 2018, Chomczuk has led CIH's work across Scotland, strengthening the organisation's influence in shaping housing policy and supporting the professional development of housing practitioners. His tenure included engagement with national government and key partners, policy work on affordable housing and domestic abuse, and initiatives to grow CIH membership.

Commenting on his departure, Chomczuk said: "I have loved my time at CIH and working with all our members and partners to improve legislation, inform policy and deepen our collective understanding of good practice. It has been a joy to work here, and I am really proud of the role that CIH Scotland (staff, board and members) has played working to improve our housing system during my time as national director.

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"But after almost eight years with CIH, and as we approach a new Scottish parliamentary election, it is a fitting time to leave and give someone else an opportunity to lead the organisation in Scotland."

Rachael Williamson, CIH executive director of policy, communications and external affairs, added: "We're very sorry to be losing Callum, but we fully understand his decision to take on a new challenge. Callum has made an outstanding contribution to CIH and to the wider housing profession in Scotland. We’re hugely grateful for his leadership, insight, and commitment, and we wish him every success for the future."

Recruitment for the new national director is now open, with applications closing on 3 November. In the interim, Ashley Campbell, policy and practice manager, will oversee CIH's ongoing work and engagement in Scotland.

More information on how to become CIH Scotland's new national director can be found here.