National SDA Program Manager

About UsCommunity Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.At CHL, our primary goal is to create safe, secure, and affordable housing options that empower individuals and families to thrive. With a focus on delivering high-quality service and outcomes, we manage over 11,000 new and existing properties across various communities. CHL is driven by a collaborative team culture where every member plays a vital role in achieving our mission.The RoleAs the National SDA Program Manager, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) services across Australia. This senior leadership role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with NDIS requirements, managing key contracts, driving service innovation, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. You will oversee national initiatives that enhance portfolio performance, marketing, governance, and analytics, while contributing to CHL’s mission of ending housing poverty. Reporting to the National Operations Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the future of disability housing services and promoting CHL’s leadership in the sector.About YouYou are a seasoned leader with a strong background in community or public housing, project management, or a related field. With at least three years’ experience in a management role, you bring expertise in compliance, contract management, and stakeholder engagement. You thrive in dynamic environments, are committed to continuous improvement, and have a passion for delivering high-quality housing outcomes for people with disabilities. Your collaborative approach, strategic mindset, and ability to lead remote teams make you an ideal fit for this impactful role. A current driver’s licence and relevant checks are required, and a real estate licence is desirable.Essential Criteria:Degree qualification in housing, management, project management or similar fieldMinimum 3 years’ experience in a management role within the community and public housing sectorsDemonstrated staff management and leadership experience in fostering and maintaining a successful team environment, including when teams are working remotelyDemonstrated experience working in compliance with government contracts to achieve required outcomes Commitment to the right of every person to good quality housingCurrent Driver’s Licence Current Real Estate Licence (desirable) Please note that satisfactory police check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a NDIS and Working with Children Check (WWCC).As an equal opportunity employer, CHL works closely with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.CHL acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Australia and we pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past, present and emerging.Ready to bring your energy and expertise to our team? Click here for Position Description AUD Melbourne 3004

National SDA Program Manager

  • Contribute to a world without housing poverty
  • Drive and lead across the compliance and delivery of a key program
  • Competitive salary + super + salary packaging + other benefits

About Us

Community Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.

At CHL, our primary goal is to create safe, secure, and affordable housing options that empower individuals and families to thrive. With a focus on delivering high-quality service and outcomes, we manage over 11,000 new and existing properties across various communities. CHL is driven by a collaborative team culture where every member plays a vital role in achieving our mission.

The Role

As the National SDA Program Manager, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) services across Australia. This senior leadership role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with NDIS requirements, managing key contracts, driving service innovation, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. You will oversee national initiatives that enhance portfolio performance, marketing, governance, and analytics, while contributing to CHL’s mission of ending housing poverty. Reporting to the National Operations Manager, you will play a key role in shaping the future of disability housing services and promoting CHL’s leadership in the sector.

About You

You are a seasoned leader with a strong background in community or public housing, project management, or a related field. With at least three years’ experience in a management role, you bring expertise in compliance, contract management, and stakeholder engagement. You thrive in dynamic environments, are committed to continuous improvement, and have a passion for delivering high-quality housing outcomes for people with disabilities. Your collaborative approach, strategic mindset, and ability to lead remote teams make you an ideal fit for this impactful role. A current driver’s licence and relevant checks are required, and a real estate licence is desirable.

Essential Criteria:

  • Degree qualification in housing, management, project management or similar field
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management role within the community and public housing sectors
  • Demonstrated staff management and leadership experience in fostering and maintaining a successful team environment, including when teams are working remotely
  • Demonstrated experience working in compliance with government contracts to achieve required outcomes 
  • Commitment to the right of every person to good quality housing
  • Current Driver’s Licence 
  • Current Real Estate Licence (desirable) 

Please note that satisfactory police check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a NDIS and Working with Children Check (WWCC).

As an equal opportunity employer, CHL works closely with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.

CHL acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Australia and we pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past, present and emerging.

Ready to bring your energy and expertise to our team? 

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

To be considered, applicants must respond to the application questions and submit a cover letter and resume. For a confidential conversation about the position please contact Adrianna Burnes-Nguyen, National Operations Manager on 07 5655 1141 or at Adrianna.burnesnguyen@chl.org.au.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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