The Company
Our valued client is an integral part of the community across the Northern suburbs of Melbourne, supporting adults with disabilities for over 60 years in a caring, compassionate and high-quality manner.
The Role
The Housing Growth and Partnerships Manager drives the organisation's expansion of housing for people with disability by developing sustainable, person-centred opportunities aligned with NDIS models. The role builds sector partnerships, engages widely in the community, and identifies new opportunities to shape the organisation's future housing and ensure access to innovative, supportive living options, key responsibilities will include:
* Identify, assess, and design new housing opportunities; ensure financial viability; manage early project phases; and transition projects to operational teams.
* Build strong networks with NDIS, community, and housing partners to increase participant referrals and engagement.
* Represent the organisation in the community (schools, expos, events) to promote services, gather insights, and raise awareness.
* Work cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
* Guide individuals and families through housing options, ensuring informed choices and positive transition experiences.
* Maintain adherence to NDIS standards, accurate documentation, and best practice in housing operations.
* Contribute to a respectful, values-based, and collaborative work environment.
* Uphold ethical, safe, and compliant work practices in line with legal and organisational policies.
* Complete mandatory training, engage in reflection and goal setting, and apply learning to practice.
* Actively seek and share ideas to enhance processes, services, and participant outcomes.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an NDIS experienced business development professional with a strong track record in service development, market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and presenting strategic business cases. A results-driven and collaborative approach is essential.
You will be experienced in Supported Independent Living or Specialist Disability Accommodation and will require an NDIS Quality and Safety guarding commission worker screening check along with a valid Working with Children check. This is a great opportunity to network and connect with your community, build trust and assist with meaningful choices to enhance quality of life for each participant.
To apply online please click on the appropriate link and send your resume in WORD format. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Jen Schembri on