Co-operative Development Officer

About the role:

The Co-operative Development Officer contributes to the development of strategic initiatives to foster sustainable and vibrant tenant-managed housing co-operatives. The Co-operative Development Officer is also responsible for facilitating the ongoing development of co-operatives within the CENSW program through the provision of advice, guidance and training to ensure their long term success, sustainability and compliance with legal and program requirements.

This role will foster a positive working relationships between CENSW and co-operatives. This includes providing information, resources and guidance to co-operatives regarding tenancy management, group functioning, conflict and problem resolution, legal matters, planning and financial Management to name a few. 

The Co-operative Development Officer reports to the Co-operative Development Manager and works closely with the Property management team, along with the Operations Manager and CEO.  

Qualifications:                                   

Relevant degree and experience in relevant role OR lesser qualification with substantial relevant experience
Experience:

Demonstrated competency in community focussed service delivery.
Applying legislation
Experience developing and delivering training and / or group facilitation
Co-ordination of complex projects
Experience working in partnership with a range of internal and external stakeholders
Presenting information verbally and visually to diverse stakeholders
Working independently with minimal direct supervision
A commitment to social justice.
Skills:

Ability to interpret and apply legislation and regulatory frameworks
Objective analysis and problem solving skills.
Excellent communication skills, particularly written skills (presenting complex information coherently and succinctly).
Presentation, training and group facilitation skills
Ability to co-ordinate complex projects, including ability to assess priorities and manage competing deadlines.
Ability to consult, liaise and build effective relationships with a diverse range of individuals and groups.
Able to demonstrate a resourceful, resilient and solution focused approach in challenging environments.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Benefits and culture

Housing affordability is a hot topic in society today and the community housing sector in NSW is entering an exciting new phase of change and opportunity, so this is a fantastic time to join the team. 

The Co-op Development Officer role is very diverse, so not one day is the same. The role is very rewarding as you are working daily with the Property Management team who manage approx. 500 properties.

CENSW offers great benefits including salary sacrifice and flexi-time.  They promote work life balance and promote training and development opportunities.

Click on the APPLY button or contact Jo Ring on censw@freshthinkinghr.com.au for a confidential discussion.  Applications close on Friday 16th June 2017.