Director, Housing Australia Future Fund

Housing Division is offering applicants an exciting opportunity to join a high performing team at the forefront of addressing Australia's housing challenges.About Housing DivisionHousing Division has a broad range of responsibilities related to housing. It provides advice on housing affordability and supply, and supports the delivery of the Government's housing agenda. The Division comprises of three branches. Housing Finance Branch delivers policy development and advice on financing social and affordable housing and home ownership, including the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF).Housing Strategy Branch develops the Government's broader strategic policy framework for increasing housing supply and affordability.The Office of the National Housing Affordability and Supply Council is responsible for supporting the Council to provide independent, evidence-based expert housing advice to Government. About the Role A position is available in Housing Division's Housing Finance Branch as Director of the Housing Australia Future Fund Unit. The Unit has responsibility for policy design and oversight of the social and affordable housing commitments made under the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) and National Housing Accord (Accord).As the Director of the Unit you will lead a team that delivers quality outcomes for a high profile, complex new program and be part of the Division's broader leadership team driving housing policy for the Government. Lead a high performing, geographically dispersed team to achieve results in tight timeframes.Provide advice on complex policy and program issues related to housing finance, specifically the delivery of social and affordable housing through the HAFF and Accord.Oversee and monitor the implementation and delivery of the HAFF and Accord by Housing Australia, including through legislation, governance and financial arrangements.Engage regularly with internal and external stakeholders, particularly with Housing Australia, other government agencies and the social and affordable housing and investment sector.Build a strong and trusted relationship with both the Minister for Housing and the Treasurer's Offices.Take an active role in the leadership of Housing Division and work collaboratively with other leaders in the division to build organisational capability. Desirable Qualifications / Experience Strong background in policy development and implementation and/or program management and governance.Experience leading a team under pressure to achieve results and contribute to organisational goals and development.Well developed influencing and relationship management skills, and the ability to influence those at more senior levels.Excellent judgement, problem solving skills and verbal and written communication skills.Strategic thinking and an ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.A curious mind, open to new ideas, and desire to make a positive difference for the Australian community.Experience in housing policy and/or financing policies and programs is desirable but not essential. Please refer to the attached Position Description for more information about the role.Applications close at 11.30pm on Sunday, 28 April 2024.For further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Vera Holenstein on 02 6263 4483 or ******