ABOUT YWCA AUSTRALIAYWCA Australia is a feminist not-for-profit organisation focused on improving gender equality for women, young women and girls. Together we challenge the systems, structures and policies that act as barriers to women, especially young women, achieving their full potential.Our evidence-based programs and services aim to be inclusive of all women and offer support with housing, homelessness, safety and wellbeing. We aim to positively impact the lives of more than two million women, young women and girls by the end of 2023.ABOUT THIS ROLEYWCA Australia is currently seeking a dedicated Senior Manager, Property Development. This role is offered on a full-time basis and is based in our South Melbourne office.This position is responsible for existing property development projects, property asset management plans, and pre-development feasibilities for YWCA Australia Group. The focus of the Senior Manager, Property Development will be:to identify, develop and co-ordinate property development projects focusing on community in particular ensuring effective communication with all constituents, funding bodies and stakeholders, while ensuring effective and positive promotion of the company and its activities;delivering property development projects including managing projects within set budgets and timeframes; andmaintaining networks and staying ahead of community housing development models and trends in the market.ABOUT YOUThe ideal applicant we are seeking will have:Tertiary qualifications in Property, Construction, Engineering or similar.Demonstrated experience in property development and managing projects of $1M-$20M budgets including securing debt financing.Thorough knowledge of the property development process especially in the community housing sector is required alongside a strong understanding of the technical aspects of construction.Strong planning and time management skills with the ability to manage projects to successful outcomes, including on time and on budget.Demonstrated ability in the technical review and oversight of property assets.Demonstrated experience working with senior management and a range of stakeholders to network, influence, negotiate and build effective relationships.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including high level analytical and problem-solving skills.A team player who is approachable collaborative and listens, together with the ability to empower others.Results focused, self-motivated and a self-starter who goes above and beyond.Doesn’t settle, strives for continuous improvement and has a high level of integrity.Strong supporter of Women’s Rights and willing to push the boundaries.A valid state-based working with children or working with vulnerable people check.This position will require the applicant to satisfactorily complete a national criminal history record check and hold the relevant state-based working with children/vulnerable persons permit prior to employmentINTERESTED? APPLY ONLINE TODAY!Please address the selection criteria in a Cover Letter to be considered for this position.APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday, 31 May 2020View Position Description here 12000AUDSouth Melbourne3205
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