Community Housing Limited (CHL) Group of Companies is an innovative and best practice affordable housing organisation which assists access to, develops and manages sustainable housing for people in need. Focusing on business development and growth, we are looking for a highly skilled, committed, passionate leader to take on the role of State Manager for WA. As the State Manager, you will be responsible for managing partnerships with external organisations and developing new partnerships to promote business growth and high quality services to diverse customers.Key responsibilities of the role include:Strategic leadership of WA operations across CHL and ACHL (Aboriginal Community Housing Ltd)Represent the CHL Group of Companies in WAIdentify and develop diverse business growth opportunities for CHL and ACHLManage and enhance commercial partnerships and stakeholder relationshipsActively participate in senior management group and contribute to organisational improvements and policy developmentLead WA Management Team to ensure collaboration across all operational areasPosition CHL and ACHL as industry leaders in WAAbout you: You will demonstrate success leading at a senior management level in social services or government sector, as well as a sound understanding of best practice social housing management, policy and legislation applying to the community housing industry. In addition you will demonstrate an ability to create a self-directed team environment and possess key attributes including:A history of effective leadership and demonstrated strategic thinkingStrong and effective decision-making skills, with a client and advocacy focusA demonstrated ability to drive a culture of achievementDemonstrated history of actively supporting continuous improvement and Work Health Safety programsStrong financial management and communication skillsA current driver’s licenseA commitment to the right of all people to affordable and sustainable housingIn return we offer a competitive salary, performance incentives, salary packaging, motor vehicle allowance, access to training and development and a range of other excellent benefits. For more information about working with CHL please visit our website https://chl.org.au/careers/join-the-team/positions-vacant/CHL actively promotes safe working with children, a satisfactory police check is required for all staff and those with client related responsibilities are required to provide a working with children check.CHL is an equal opportunity employer working 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. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Closing date for applications is Friday 7 February 2020Position Description AUDPerth6000