• Exciting opportunity for someone with passion and drive!
• Want to be part of a Dynamic, Growing Team?
• Positively impact the lives of women, young women & gender diverse people!

Do you want to be part of a feminist organisation that is dedicated to making a future where gender equality is a reality?

about the role

• Location: Djandak (Dja Dja Wurrung Country) | Bendigo
• Type: Hybrid Working – Office + Work from Home
• Contract: Full-Time | Ongoing | 38 hours per week
• Salary: Social & Community Services 4 | $46.70 to $49.16 per hour + Super
• Benefits: Salary packaging up to $18,550 + paid parental leave + career development

More than homes. Real impact.

Are you practical, people focused and passionate about helping women secure and sustain safe, stable housing?

Our Housing Officers support sustainable tenancies through proactive tenancy management, responsive maintenance coordination and clear communication.

As the friendly face of our housing services, you’ll build relationships that create trust, stability and connection, be part of a supportive, values led team and do compassionate work that makes a real difference to residents’ lives.

At YWCA, we believe a safe and secure home can change a life. You will help make that possible and be part of a supportive, values led team that learns and grows together. Learn more about us here.

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• bring experience in tenancy management, property services or a related field
• value meaningful work that is about people, not property
• build trusting and respectful relationships with ease
• able to work to work independently
• enjoy being part of a supportive, values led team
• appreciate flexibility
• like working locally in community

For more information about this role please refer to the position description attached below.

Don’t 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 doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Questions?

If you have questions about this opportunity please contact Kristal, Housing Operations Manager E [email protected] using the subject line: Community Housing Officer - Bendigo enquiry via EthicalJobs or M 0409 968 285.

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.

Sounds like you? Apply now!

We want to hear from you! Click 'Apply Now' to submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this role!

We’re 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.

As part of our selection process, preferred candidates are required to complete pre‑employment screening. This includes a working rights declaration, medical and pre‑existing injuries declaration, a valid Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle, a valid state‑based Working with Children Permit (or willingness to obtain one), and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. Any disclosable outcomes are considered in context and will not necessarily preclude progression.

Community Housing Officer (Bendigo) Position Description