About Us:

At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.

People love to work at Aruma because they get the satisfaction of knowing they are Supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose. Aruma is BRAVE. That's what makes us a trailblazer, being part of our team means you need to meet our BRAVE behaviours (Bold, Respectful, Authentic, Value Teamwork, Excellent).

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and experiences in driving meaningful change and advancing human rights for all.

About the role:

Join our team as the Head of Property Partnerships, a leadership role dedicated to enhancing accommodation solutions for individuals with disabilities. In this position, you will oversee our governance framework and drive the strategic direction of our housing partnerships, ensuring that we deliver the highest standards of quality, compliance, and service. You will build and maintain relationships with community housing providers, holding them accountable for fulfilling existing and new agreements.

You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure our housing programs are safe, accessible and sustainable. Reflecting the needs of people with disabilities while adhering to industry best practices. Your leadership will be essential in improving the standard and delivery of our accommodation options, driving data-informed decision-making to enhance property performance.

As the Head of Property Partnerships, you will lead initiatives to establish a commercially focused Property Line of Business, identify growth opportunities across various states and ensure alignment with our organisational purpose and values. Your proactive leadership will foster a culture of collaboration and excellence, empowering a high-performing property team dedicated to customer focus and continuous improvement.

In this dynamic role, your success will be measured by your ability to drive best practices, establish strong partnerships, and implement effective governance strategies. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the disability sector and are committed to fostering a supportive and productive workplace culture, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Make a Difference: Take charge of our housing partnerships, directly impacting the quality of accommodation for individuals with disabilities and contributing to their well-being and independence.

Foster Collaborative Relationships: Work closely with community housing providers and internal teams, building strong partnerships that drive accountability and ensure the delivery of exceptional services.

Lead with Purpose: Shape and implement strategies that enhance our property portfolio, guiding a dedicated team to achieve outstanding results while upholding Aruma’s values and commitment to customer focus.

Benefits of working with Aruma!

Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa.
Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night
Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples’ lives within a values-driven organisation.

About You:

Degree qualification in Business, Finance, Procurement and Contract Management, Facilities and Property management or similar field (or extensive equivalent experience).
Demonstrated track record of strategic, business-focused partnering of at least 10 years at a senior management level.
Experience developing and managing governance frameworks, service provider, or accommodation partner relationships and a proven track record managing and leading to achieve excellence across a balanced set of KPIs, including customer satisfaction, risk and compliance and quality management.
Direct operational experience working across multiple asset classes in a geographically dispersed organisation.
Broad financial and commercial experience in a complex, fast paced industry of at least 10 years.
Results driven, with a proven and unequivocal commitment to achieving goals but able to manage the tension between financial and social purposes. Ability to assess risk and determine the appropriate response.
Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and relevant organisations and to cultivate an appropriate and extensive network. Ability to take stakeholders on the journey, resulting in greater collaboration.
Experience in managing a P&L, developing budgets, monitoring performance and forecasting outcomes. Uses financial metrics to assess performance and identifies lead indicators to manage performance.
Thorough knowledge of the disability sector, and state and national issues impacting services, including NDIS funding model and processes, relevant legislation, and standards.
Sound Microsoft Office skills.
A current Australian driver’s license, good driving record and the ability to travel intra or interstate
Hold current or willingness to obtain relevant regulatory requirements (as per role and/or State).

Ready to make a change? Apply Now!

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised date.

Head of Governance and Property Partnerships