Address- Flexible working arrangements, including working from home
- Increase your take home pay through NFP Salary sacrifice benefits
Do you want to work for a purpose driven organisation?
You will be surrounded and supported by people who are passionate about our purpose ….. to provide more homes for those in need! Our People are committed to positivity and making a difference to the community.
What impact will you have in this position?
The Property Development Manager – Strategic Projects is an important member of Evolve Housing’s Strategic Asset Management & Business Growth team responsible for the Strategic Business Growth, development, and acquisition of new housing to achieve the organisations strategic vision to significantly grow the portfolio and delivery of more affordable homes for people in need. The role is responsible for identifying new opportunities, affordable housing advocacy, leading on property related tenders and contributes to ensuring that development and acquisition projects are completed on time, on budget and to a high standard.
What will your new role look like?
- Varied and empowering.
- An opportunity to leverage your strong coordination skills and ability to forge strong partnering relationships.
- You will assist the Group General Manager with:
Growth and Development
- Building future-focused pipeline of development projects to address the short- and long-term growth targets identified by the CEO and Board;
- Managing submissions and bids for strategic opportunities including working with consortium partners as required ensuring alignment with funding arrangements/opportunities;
- Responding to a range of advocacy opportunities to advance the provision of social and affordable housing.
- Preparing briefs, site assessments and financial feasibilities.
- Collaborating and negotiating with agents, landowners and partners regarding potential acquisition opportunities.
- Identify and expanding partnership opportunities with landowners and developers.
- Managing due diligence and acquisition processes and preparing investment reports for our Board.
- Coordinating the preparation of legal documentation for acquisitions and partnerships.
- Liaising with external stakeholders including local council, State agencies and community representatives.
- Preparing and managing agreements with consultants, ensuring that the Evolve Housing’s policies and procedures are complied with at all times.
Project management
- Managing projects and consultants through early stages of design to lodgement of the Development Application; including coordination of information requests; and tendering and construction.
- Reviewing development approval conditions; make recommendations and identify and report on risks.
- Monitoring compliance with approval conditions through design development and project delivery.
- Coordination of handover of new projects to Resident Service Teams.
What does Evolve Housing Group do?
Evolve Housing Group incorporating Evolve Housing and our affordable housing entity, echorealty is an award-winning not-for-profit organisation that contributes to the relief of housing stress in Australia. We provide innovative housing services and solutions to those most in need and develop partnerships that provide positive social outcomes for both individuals and the community.
With over 30 years’ experience in property and tenancy management, a dedicated affordable housing team and a solid reputation for improving community living, Evolve Housing are an organisation that strives for social excellence. With a current portfolio of over 4,700 social and affordable properties housing over 11,000 people, we offer the opportunity to work for a dynamic, innovative and rapidly growing organisation
As a community-minded and community-driven organisation, Evolve Housing is actively involved in housing projects and community initiatives that deliver sustainable design and provide for long term viability. Drawing on our sector experience and knowledge, we ensure housing designs provide functional longevity by being energy efficient, greener, accessible and adaptable.
What benefits will you receive?
- You will be part of a culture with true purpose. We care intensely about helping our clients thrive and we exist to enhance the communities that we support.
- You will be paid a generous salary where NFP salary sacrifice can increase your take home net pay by approximately $10K through salary packaging benefits.
- You will be guaranteed flexibility with a 35 hour week and work from home options.
- Your ongoing development is our commitment.
- Your wellbeing is our #1 priority. Healthy, happy you = thriving clients.
Who are we looking for?
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in Property Development and acquisition
- Exceptional Project Management experience;
- Tertiary qualifications in Property Development or similar
- Demonstrated experience in tender, bid and proposal writing
- Proven ability in research and gathering industry data
- Experience in a community sector service organisation
- Knowledge of and networks in, housing, community, disability, local, state and federal governments including corporate and community sectors;
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work in a structure methodical approach
- Ability to translate complex ideas into simple messages
- Possess a thoughtful and practical approach to problem solving with a genuine passion for social outcomes;
- Independent working style, flexible and adaptable
- Strength in creating and building collaborative, positive relationships with external and internal stakeholders
- Experience in working to rigorous deadlines with a can-do attitude;
- Strong attention to detail, with high levels of accuracy, combined with strong analytical and planning skills and creative thinking;
- Willing to complete a National Criminal Check and NDIS check.
How to apply
To apply, submit your resume and a covering letter addressing all selection criteria.
Evolve Housing encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.
Evolve Housing welcomes applicants from Culturally & Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.
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