• Community Housing Sector Leader
• 2-Year Fixed Term, Diverse Leadership Role
• 0.8 FTE with Hybrid Work Environment

A visionary opportunity to lead the development and delivery of a Program & Engagement approach that underpins a responsive, sustainable, and innovative co-operative housing program.

WHY WORK WITH US…

Common Equity Housing Limited (CEHL) is Victoria’s largest Housing Association and a market leader in the provision and development of affordable housing.

With more than 2,200 properties across Victoria, we partner with member cooperatives to deliver an effective and sustainable cooperative housing program.

CEHL actively promotes the vital role cooperative models can play in not only changing people’s lives, but in being an ongoing solution to Victoria’s current housing affordability crisis.

THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE A CHANGEMAKER…

The Manager – Program Development & Engagement role exists to provide clear vision in the development of a robust Program framework and engagement strategy that equips Co-ops to drive a member-led Program and build capacity.

As an integral member of our Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strong direction in relation to service delivery, innovation, and planning, in order to meet strategic outcomes, improve organisational performance and promote a highly skilled and functioning, collaborative team culture.

On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:

• Leading the development of a coherent Program Framework and overseeing its successful implementation and review.
• Leading the development of an engagement strategy that builds the capacity of Co-ops and their members and drives Co-op led program development.
• Spearheading the development of a 20–30-year Program Direction, including new Program offers.

• Building and maintaining effective internal and external relationships that foster relevant input into Program development and engagement.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR…

• Specialist knowledge across key legislation and relevant standards, including the performance standards required of Registered Housing Associations.
• A sound understanding of CEHL Co-operative Agreements, co-operative program processes, occupational health and safety legislation, privacy legislation, and Department of Families, Fairness and Housing policy.
• Strong understanding of member-led organisations and effective community engagement.
• A general understanding of the goals and operations of the Community Housing sector.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of professionals, with a strong understanding of, and ability to implement, effective People & Culture practices;
• Extensive experience at a senior level in service provision and development;
• Excellent communication skills; personable and collaborative working style and able to achieve positive outcomes for all stakeholders;
• Degree qualifications in a relevant discipline (Community Engagement, Management, Project Management, or other related field) and a strong understanding of member-led organisations and effective community engagement; and
• A general understanding of the goals and operations of the Community Housing sector.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW…

This is a 2-year, fixed-term position operating in a 0.8 FTE capacity with flexibility to work both remotely and at our CEHL Head Office as required.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY…

A career with Common Equity Housing Limited is an opportunity to join a sector-leading, non-profit organisation and a team of purpose-driven and diverse professionals who are each committed to our vision to empower people and communities with better housing solutions.

Aside from the opportunity to positively impact the lives of individuals, additional benefits include:

• Access to professional development programs that include on-the-job learning, workshops, forums, leadership development and internal mobility.
• Policies that accommodate flexible working and other working arrangements to tailor and encourage individual performance.
• An opportunity to shape an already sector-leading organisation to achieve even greater impact.
• A highly engaged team culture that is dynamic, growing in agility and committed to serving those individuals who need our help.
• A culture that encourages and cultivates collaboration and embeds organisational excellence.
• Access to salary packaging tax advantages.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be required to undertake a Police Check.

As an Authorised Employer, CEHL is acting in accordance with current Mandatory Covid-19 (Workers) Vaccination Directions and evidence of vaccination status will be required prior to appointment.

CEHL is an Equal Opportunity employer and supports accessible working arrangements for all. People with a disability, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please also refer to our website cehl.com.au.