* Be part of a national feminist organisation!
* Enjoy valuable and meaningful work empowering the community
* Exciting opportunity for someone with passion and drive!
Do you want to be part of a feminist organisation that is dedicated to making a future where gender equality is a reality? YWCA Australia is currently seeking an experienced Housing Specialist to join our Team in Darwin in this newly created role!
* Location: Darwin (Palmerston)
* Type: Office
* Contract: Full-Time | Ongoing
* Hours: 38 hours per week with flexible work pattern available
* Salary: Social & Community Services Level 4 | $44.58 to $47.97 per hour + Super
* Benefits: Salary packaging up to $18,550 + paid parental leave + career development
About YWCA Australia
For over 140 years we have been working at the forefront of gender equality through our housing, community programs and advocacy. Our purpose is making young women’s leadership and women’s housing our priority for gender equity in Australia. Learn more about us here.
About this opportunity
In this newly created role as a Housing Specialist you will support individuals and families experiencing homelessness and domestic and family violence (DFV) by managing a portfolio of transitional housing properties. You will be responsible for endtoend tenancy and property management and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safe, secure, and sustainable housing outcomes.
In this role you will:
* Manage tenancy matters across transitional and private rental properties, from entry to exit.
* Complete regular property inspections and home visits to support tenancy compliance.
* Coordinate responsive and planned maintenance across all relevant properties.
* Maintain accurate tenancy records in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
* Support tenants to sustain housing through early intervention and transition planning.
You’ll be a great fit if you:
* Have experience in community housing, real estate, or property management, with a good understanding of tenancy practices and legislation.
* Understand the Residential Tenancies Act or can quickly learn and apply this knowledge.
* Bring awareness of DFV and homelessness issues and can engage respectfully and safely with diverse communities.
* Communicate clearly, manage conflict calmly, and support positive tenancy outcomes.
* Have strong organisational and administrative skills, with confidence using Microsoft Office and tenancy management systems.
* Don’t meet every single requirement? At YWCA Australia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If this role speaks to you but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Thinking of relocating to the Top End?
Whether you're based outside Darwin or considering a lifestyle change, this is your chance to take a meaningful step forward in your career while making a real impact. Additional benefits working in Darwin:
* Extra leave – enjoy an additional week of annual leave!
* Relocation allowance – we’ll help you make the move!
* 14 weeks paid parental leave – with superannuation!
* Ongoing learning and development – grow your skills and career!
* Early access to long service leave from 7 years of continuous service!
Why The Y?
At YWCA Australia, our culture — The Y Way — is grounded in intersectional feminism and guided by our values: Striving for Equality, Acting from the Heart and Working Better Together.
Our latest culture survey shows that YWCA is a great place to work: 96% of our people feel supported by their team, 95% see our values lived through leadership, and 93% would recommend working here.
Questions?
If you have questions about this opportunity please contact Hayley Koloamatangi, Team Leader, Housing Support Programs via E: ***************@ywca.org.au or M: 0407 420 ***.
Ready to make an impact?
Submit your application outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this role!
Applications close on 13 April 2026.
We’re excited to find the right fit and will be reviewing applications as they come in. Submit yours early for priority consideration, as the role may close before the advertised deadline.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Please connect with us at any time during the recruitment process if you require assistance to fully participate.
Please note that preferred candidates must be willing to complete a National Police Check, medical declaration, valid Drivers’ Licence and must hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid a state-based Working with Children Permit