Our staff

Our values underpin everything we do from how we work with customers and each other on a day to day basis, to how we make long term strategic decisions. The whole team plays a big part in the success of Christian Action. We believe in investing in our staff to achieve the best possible outcomes. We offer our staff flexible working, regular surveys to get feedback from our staff, shadowing to experience working in other areas and much more.

Our staff are led by our Senior Management team, meet the team here.

Aniekan Umoren - Chief Executive

New Chief Executive Aniekan

Aniekan Umoren is our Chief Executive reporting to the Association’s Board of Management, which is led by our Chair Marie Li Mow Ching. Aniekan is responsible for ensuring that the organisation delivers the overall plans and strategic direction agreed with the Board. She is accountable for the quality of service provided to our customers and giving the staff effective leadership to ensure effective performance across all parts of the Association.

Aniekan ensures that the Board is empowered to control the affairs of the Association by providing the relevant, accurate information and maintaining good governance. She is also is responsible for developing an effective strategy and resources  to secure additional services and homes to meet housing needs in the local area we serve. Aniekan works with the Board to ensure the work of the Association meets its objectives as a registered housing association and charity.

Izzet Dizdar, Director of Finance and IT

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Izzet joined Christian Action as Interim Director of Finance & IT in February 2024 and joined us permanently from July 2024. He oversees the Finance, IT and risk management functions of the Christian Action Group. Izzet is a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant with executive, NED, leadership and stakeholder management experience.  Izzet trained in internal audit and compliance before joining social housing over 24 years ago.  Izzet has worked in several medium sized associations as well as in M&G Investments UK Social Housing team and S&P Global Ratings Sovereign/International Public Finance team.

Maynard Steveson, Operations Director

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With 40 years of experience in the construction industry, Maynard has dedicated the last 20 years working in Social Housing, mainly in Property Services, and Asset Management. As Director of Operations, he leverages his extensive expertise to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency. Passionate about resident engagement, Maynard is committed to fostering strong community relationships and ensuring that resident voices are integral to the development and management of housing solutions. His work focuses on improving living standards and promoting sustainable practices within the housing sector.

Chris Shemelides - Head of Business Support

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Chris is responsible for providing strategic advice to the Senior Management Team & Board on procurement, compliance and GDPR and manage the internal audit process. Maintain and produce KPI reports to allow for the proper management of performance. Supporting the organisation by developing and maintaining information systems and processes including supporting users.

Matthew Nicol - Interim Head of Finance

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Matthew is the Interim Head of Finance who sets the Association's budgets and forecasts which aid in strategic decision making to add value to the Association. Ensuring effective monetary controls through real and active partnerships with management and budget holders. Matthew also provides real time support and analysis ensuring the company is achieving value for money.

John Milosovici, Head of IT

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John leads on the Association’s IT strategy including communications technology and managing the day-to-day IT operations, taking responsibility for IT services, project delivery and driving innovation and change.

Jessica Brett - Head of Housing and Community Services

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Jess ensures the excellent delivery of our customer orientated Housing Management and Supported services. Her team is here for you, the community, to develop and identify local partnerships to create safe, affordable, and sustainable environments where people are proud to live in. The team are dedicated to implementing CAHA mission and values and providing support to anyone who needs it.

Christopher Lawal, Head of Property Services

Chris Lawal, Head of Property Services

Christopher joined Christian Action Housing Association in November 2023 as the Head of Property Services, responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of the asset management functions, which include, responsive repairs, major repairs, planned investment and compliance.

  Christopher is a chartered surveyor with over 20 years senior management experience in social housing, successfully leading multi-disciplined professional teams tasked with delivering various property objectives.

Christopher is passionate about improving the standard of living condition for residents and putting residents at the heart of everything that we do.