St. Vincent de Paul Society Housing Australia is a growing Tier 1 Community Housing Provider dedicated to delivering affordable, secure, and inclusive housing solutions for people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage. With a strong commitment to social justice and community inclusion, the organisation supports individuals and families to achieve stability, dignity, and independence. Operating across NSW, ACT, SA and expanding into Tasmania and Western Australia, it continues to build partnerships with government, non‑government and private sectors to improve housing outcomes and strengthen communities.
Role Overview
The State Manager – South Australia & Tasmania will provide strategic leadership across tenant and asset operations to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the role will lead a team of housing professionals, fostering excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement. This position plays a vital role in driving organisational growth and advancing the mission to deliver high‑quality community housing and sustainable outcomes for people in need.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the housing portfolio performance, utilisation and maintenance
- Overseeing financial and asset management for sustainable service delivery
- Providing professional leadership and guidance to staff
- Building and maintaining solid partnerships across government and community sectors
- Driving continuous improvement in tenant engagement and housing outcomes
- Identifying opportunities for innovation and service enhancement
- Ensuring compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience
The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership in the not‑for‑profit or housing sector, with strong commercial and operational acumen. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of social and affordable housing, asset management and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the proven ability to lead diverse teams. Relevant tertiary qualifications in housing, business, or a related discipline are required, along with a current Australian driver’s licence, a valid Working with Children Check and a National Criminal History Check. Proven experience in community or social housing is highly regarded.
Applications
To submit your application, please apply online using the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, contact Andrew Sullivan on. Applications close on Friday, 21st November 2025.
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