Housing & Referral Partnerships Manager – Supported Disability Accommodation

at; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A disability accommodation organization in Melbourne is seeking a Housing & Referral Partnerships Manager to lead the development of their supported disability accommodation portfolio. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in the NDIS accommodation sector and a strong network of property sources. The role involves securing suitable properties, ensuring compliance, and building stakeholder relationships. A competitive salary of $130,000 - $150,000 is offered, along with a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work environment

Vehicle allowance or company car

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in NDIS accommodation sector.
• Proven ability to manage multiple property projects.
• Strong established network of property sources.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of supported disability accommodation.
• Source and secure properties for NDIS participants.
• Oversee setup and compliance of new accommodation.

Skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Knowledge of NDIS housing models

Job description

Housing & Referral Partnerships Manager – Supported Disability Accommodation

We are seeking a highly experienced Housing & Referral Partnerships Manager to lead the development of our supported disability accommodation portfolio across Victoria. This is a senior role that requires extensive experience within the NDIS accommodation sector and a well-established network of property sources.

You will be responsible for identifying, acquiring, and setting up quality, compliant housing for a range of NDIS-funded services, including SIL, STA, MTA, respite, and SDA. Your ability to form strategic partnerships and rapidly build a robust housing supply pipeline is critical to the success of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Supply & Property Development
• Source and secure suitable properties for NDIS participants through partnerships with SDA providers, developers, and real estate agents.
• Lead property acquisition and readiness for use across SIL, MTA, STA, Respite, and future SDA-managed properties.
• Build and maintain a strong supply pipeline aligned with participant demand and business growth.
• Accommodation Setup & Compliance
• Oversee the setup and onboarding of new homes — ensuring accessibility, furnishings, compliance, and participant suitability.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure service delivery readiness prior to occupancy.
• Ensure all accommodation meets NDIS Practice Standards and relevant building codes (fire safety, tenancy, SDA design compliance, etc.).
• Referral Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
• Build and manage referral relationships with NDIS Support Coordinators, hospital discharge teams, allied health professionals, and social workers
• Identify and respond to urgent placement opportunities, including hospital discharge referrals
• Represent the organisation in property-related meetings, negotiations, and stakeholder discussions
• Risk, Compliance & Reporting
• Maintain a current housing register, track upcoming vacancies, and support the intake team with matching participants to suitable properties.
• Identify and respond to urgent placement opportunities, including hospital discharge referrals
• Prepare reports and updates on supply development progress and market intelligence.
• Stay across changing policy, funding, and design requirements for NDIS accommodation.

Key Selection Criteria

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a similar role within the NDIS accommodation sector, with a proven track record in developing and managing supported housing portfolios.
• Proven success in sourcing, acquiring, and managing disability housing portfolios
• Strong, established network of property sources (e.g. SDA providers, developers, real estate agents) relevant to disability accommodation and group homes.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing, acquiring, and setting up NDIS-funded accommodation, including SIL, STA, MTA, respite, and SDA properties.
• In-depth knowledge of NDIS housing models, SDA design categories, tenancy and property compliance, and NDIS Practice Standards.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills across clinical, referral, housing, and support service stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent property projects from acquisition to readiness.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and confidence in negotiations.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $130,000 – $150,000 (based on experience)
• The salary range is flexible and can be adjusted to reflect the expertise, value, and connections an exceptional candidate brings to the role.
• Flexible work environment with supportive leadership
• Vehicle allowance or company car (negotiable)
• Opportunity to shape and scale a fast-growing disability accommodation portfolio
• Purpose-driven role helping people with disability access safe, suitable housing

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Are you available to travel for this role when required?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Partnerships Manager?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?