Principal Affordable Housing Officer
- Lead strategic affordable housing initiatives that support inclusive and sustainable communities.
- Full-time, fixed term position (2-Years)
- $148,688 per annum + Super + RDO
At the City of Boroondara, we are committed to creating a connected, inclusive and sustainable community. As housing affordability continues to be a significant challenge across Melbourne, we are seeking an experienced professional to lead Council’s affordable housing initiatives and help deliver positive outcomes for current and future residents.
About the role
The Principal Affordable Housing Officer will establish Council’s affordable housing program, from policy development through to project inception. Working within the City Futures department, you will provide expert advice, build knowledge among executives and councillors, develop policy, and strengthen organisational capacity. This will involve building effective partnerships and identifying opportunities to increase affordable housing across the municipality.
You will work collaboratively across Council, with government agencies, community housing providers, developers and other key stakeholders to support innovative and evidence-based solutions to housing affordability challenges.
About you
You bring experience in affordable housing, urban planning, strategic policy, community development or a related field. You have highly developed communication skills, supported by strong policy and problem-solving capabilities.
You are passionate about creating equitable and sustainable communities and are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to addressing housing affordability challenges.
Why join us?
At the City of Boroondara, you will be part of an organisation that values collaboration, innovation, respect and accountability. We offer a supportive and flexible workplace, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to projects that make a lasting difference in our community.
Employment Requirements
- Qualifications in social policy, planning, architecture, property/development, or a related field is highly desirable.
- Extensive experience in affordable housing policy, research and project delivery.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia
- Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check.
How to apply
If you are ready to take on this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application online , including a resume and a cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the role having regard to the selection criteria.
Applications close on Friday 24 July 2026 at 11:59pm.
All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. No calls or applications from agencies please.
For any further information please refer to the Position Description, or contact Charles Windeyer, Manager City Futures 9278 4830 during business hours for any confidential enquiries.
We understand that this portal may not meet the needs of people who rely on Assistive Technology or have other diverse requirements. If you have any difficulty using our recruitment system, please do not hesitate to contact People Culture and Development on (03) 9278 4401 or [email protected] to allow us to help in any way we can.
Who are we?
The City of Boroondara is a metropolitan council, representing more than 170,000 people in the inner-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. A leader in the local government sector, with a reputation for innovation and excellence, we believe in providing an environment where our staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
We like to challenge the norm and we are investing significantly in innovation and technology improvements in order to provide our customers with an even greater experience and engagement. We are putting our customers at the forefront of what we do with our organisation wide initiative, Transforming Boroondara Program.
You will be instrumental in driving this change across the organisation using best practice approaches to successfully support us from the now to our desired future state.
With so much going on it’s a great time to join Boroondara!
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