Housing Specialist

About YWCA Australia

For over 140 years we have been working at the forefront of gender equality through our housing community programs and purpose is making young womens leadership and womens 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.

Youll 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.
• Dont 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 doesnt align perfectly we encourage you to apply anyway.

Thinking of relocating to the Top End

Whether youre 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 well 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: or M:.

Ready to make an impact

Submit your application outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this role!

Applications close on13 April 2026.

Were 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