Executive Director, Housing Solutions

ExecThread; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ExecThread seeks an Executive Director for Housing Solutions to lead the creation, management and long-term performance of housing assets that deliver sustainable outcomes for individuals at risk of homelessness. The role covers the full portfolio from procurement and development to maintenance and optimization.

The ideal candidate combines a strong background in property, development and project management with a commitment to ending homelessness, skilled in government and development finance,

Qualifications

• Qualifications in business, property, construction management, or a related discipline.
• Proven track record in property asset lifecycle management.
• Strong commercial, housing development, and project management skills.
• Experience in utilising government or development finance to achieve sustainable housing outcomes.
• High-level relationship management, negotiation and people skills.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders including government, investors and the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team with a focus on ending homelessness and delivering sustainable housing outcomes.
• Build and nurture partnerships with government, investors and the community.
• Oversee the portfolio from procurement and development to maintenance and optimization.

Job description

The Company is in search of an Executive Director for Housing Solutions, a pivotal role dedicated to the creation, management, and long-term performance of housing assets that provide sustainable outcomes for individuals at risk of or experiencing homelessness. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a complex portfolio, from the procurement and development of social and affordable housing to its maintenance and optimization. This leadership position demands a professional with a strong background in property, development, and project management, coupled with a deep commitment to fostering thriving communities.

The Executive Director will be expected to build and nurture partnerships, and lead a team with a focus on ending homelessness. Applicants for the Executive Director role at the company should possess qualifications in business, property, construction management, or a related discipline, and have a proven track record in property asset lifecycle management. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial, housing development, and project management skills, and experience in utilizing government or development finance to achieve sustainable housing outcomes.

High-level relationship management, negotiation, and people skills are essential, as is the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including government, investors, and the community. The role requires a leader who can operate across strategy, delivery, governance, and stakeholder engagement, and who is adept at contributing to decision-making in a complex and changing environment. A background in community housing, disability, aged care, or related human services sectors is highly valued, particularly in the context of supporting individuals with low incomes or complex needs.

Functions:

• Non-Profit Management
• Operations

Community-driven organization addressing homelessness