The role

This is a permanent, full time role based in our Newcastle West Office, the role of the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Vacancy Coordinator is to provide person-centred services to HIP internal and external stakeholders, and manage vacancies across all SDA programs.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager with a proven track record in the fast-paced real estate industry, or related adaptable skills and experience as this role’s main focus is to identify eligible participants to fill vacancies and expanding the participant base to match people to our properties.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in leasing properties, finding high quality tenants, networking, and establishing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to increase property leasing rates and occupancy rates
• Conduct market research on participant demand,
• Develop and implement strategies to minimise vacancy rates and increase conversion rates,
• Represent HIP at various networking events, disability expos
• Build and maintain relationships with disability support workers, hospital to home coordinators, NDIS accommodation officers and other stakeholders
• Assess SDA participant applications based on eligibility
• Coordinate marketing of vacancies, EOI, direct mail out, maintain enquiry database, SDA open homes and events for new developments
• This role is expected to increase our SDA participant transitions from 50 per quarter to 70 per quarter

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Business Development in the real estate industry
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated success in leasing properties and achieving sales targets
• Excellent networking and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to travel where required across NSW, QLD, ACT & VIC

A competitive remuneration package is on offer which includes:

• Laptop, work phone and access to a pooled vehicle
• Access to training allowance and study leave
• Access to a KPI bonus program
• Base salary of $93,860 + superannuation
• Salary Packaging of up to $15,899 per FBT year
• Free, confidential counselling services via our EAP
• Flexible working conditions with work from home two days per week and a nine (9) day fortnight with fortnightly RDO
• Special paid birthday leave annually

How to apply:

When applying, please ensure you address the key selection criteria as part of your application.

Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting Amy Wright, Human Resource Officer on 02 4920 2600 or emailing [email protected], using the subject line: Vacancy Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications reviewed on receipt.

At Home in Place, we are committed to upholding our values of sustainability, empowerment and collaboration. Our hiring process focuses on merit, skills, and potential, ensuring that each candidate is evaluated fairly and objectively. We welcome applicants regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to create a workplace that not only respects but also celebrates the unique perspectives and talents of each individual.

Candidates will also be required to complete a National Criminal History and NDIS Worker Checks as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, agency referrals will not be accepted for this role.