Commercial Programs Manager

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Introduction:

Commercial Programs Manager

Location: Melbourne

Employment type: Fixed Term - 24 months.

Salary: $185,740 plus 12% superannuation salary packaging

Make a difference where it matters most

At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams.

Join us in building a better future, one home at a time.

Why you will love working with us

Join a passionate, purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact, and your wellbeing, growth, and individuality are genuinely valued.

• Purposeful impact - make a meaningful difference in people's lives by supporting inclusive, safe, and affordable housing.
• Growth and development - enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.
• Balance that works - enjoy 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
• Valuable benefits - increase your income through salary packaging, salary continuance insurance, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Supportive culture - be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive, values-driven workplace.
  
  

Description:

About The Role

As Commercial Programs Manager, you'll lead commercial strategy, contract management, and procurement oversight for a key housing portfolio. With full accountability for outcomes, you'll guide the delivery of major programs and ensure financial, legal and risk frameworks are upheld.

Working across legal, development, regulatory and finance teams, you'll drive informed decision-making, oversee procurement processes, and support contract execution and compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide expert commercial advice on contracts, tenders and strategic investments
• Lead complex negotiations across development, construction and service agreements
• Champion procurement excellence and ensure probity compliance
• Analyse financial models and investment return metrics
• Manage commercial and operational risks across programs
• Support internal and external reporting and governance processes
• Collaborate with internal teams and represent HCA in external negotiations and forums
  
  

About The Team

The Homes division is committed to expanding and enhancing Housing Choices Australia's portfolio of safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable housing. It oversees the planning, development, and asset management of properties, focusing on high-quality construction, energy efficiency, and long-term maintenance strategies. The division ensures homes meet evolving resident expectations and contribute positively to community resilience and sustainability.

Skills and Experiences:

About You

You're a commercially minded leader with a strong understanding of contracts, procurement, and risk—and a desire to contribute to something bigger.

You will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in commerce, law, business or construction
• Extensive experience in commercial roles within housing, infrastructure or similar sectors
• A proven record in contract negotiation, risk oversight and procurement
• Strong stakeholder management skills at executive and government levels
• A strategic mindset with excellent analytical, decision-making and communication skills
• Experience balancing commercial outcomes with social value delivery
  
  

You must agree to undergo any required employment screening, including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check, Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives.

Our values in action

Everything we do is guided by our shared values:

• Putting people first - we listen, respect, and respond to our communities.
• Working together - collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.
• Doing the right thing - we act with integrity and accountability.
• Acting boldly - we innovate to address current housing challenges.
  
  

We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment.

Belong at Housing Choices

We are an inclusive and values-led employer, proudly welcoming people of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with lived experience of housing insecurity.

We support inclusive hiring practices. Please let us know your pronouns or if you require any adjustments during the application process, as we are here to assist you.

How To Apply

Apply now Applications close: 2 September 2025, unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier.

For further information, please contact Chelsea Isaacson, People & Culture Business Partner at (03) 8636 9408.

If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply. We value potential and diverse experiences just as much as a perfect CV.

Disclaimer: To the best of Housing Choices Australia's knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication.Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionProject Management and Information Technology
• IndustriesHousing and Community Development

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