PROPERTY ASSET MANAGER – MATERNITY COVER
Cork Simon Community works in solidarity with men and women who are
homeless in Cork, offering housing and support in their journey back
to independent living. We promote a socially just society and campaign
for a society without homelessness.
The Community works to a set of six core values: Community, Diversity,
Social Justice, Voluntarism, Commitment to Care and Inclusion.
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CORK SIMON COMMUNITY ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POST
OF PROPERTY ASSET MANAGER:
Cork Simon Community is Cork’s largest homeless charity. Our goal is
to prevent and end homelessness in Cork by helping people to access
affordable housing and, at the same time, support people to address
the many challenges and difficulties that may have contributed to them
becoming homeless. We believe that everyone should have fair access to
safe, secure and affordable housing.
We are an Approved Housing Body with a property portfolio of
approximately * properties, located in Cork
city and county, Kerry and the South East region. The portfolio
consists of a wide variety of property types, including private
residential dwellings, multi unit residential developments, shared
housing accommodation, offices, and storage units. We are
significantly increasing our portfolio of housing stock in Cork, Kerry
and the South East region, and are seeking a Property Asset Manager to
join our management team on a * month fixed
term contract.
PURPOSE OF THE POST:
The primary responsibility of the role will be to ensure the Housing
and Property assets across Cork, the South East and Co. Kerry are in
good condition, well maintained and provide safe and quality housing
and workspaces for tenants, service participants and staff. To assume
responsibility for the asset management plan and ensure compliance
with Housing Regulation.
SOME OF THE KEY DUTIES OF THE ROLES INCLUDE:
* The role involves managing the existing portfolio of properties by
ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining the
property asset database, overseeing the asset management plan, and
analysing asset data to plan and deliver work programs. The objective
is to maximize the portfolio's potential by increasing occupancy rates
and utilizing rent supplement schemes.
* Property acquisition is another critical responsibility, which
includes identifying and sourcing new property opportunities, managing
the acquisition process from start to finish, and ensuring
high-quality, value-for-money accommodation. This involves financial
modelling, funding applications, and developing partnerships with
local authorities and other organizations.
* Property maintenance duties require maintaining high standards for
the housing portfolio, overseeing the in-house maintenance team,
tracking and reporting maintenance works, and ensuring efficient
procurement practices. This also includes supervising contractors and
collaborating with the Facilities Manager on emergency shelter
maintenance.
* Overseeing tenancy management involves supervising the Tenancy
Management Team Leader, implementing policies on rent collection, void
properties, inspections, and complaint handling, and ensuring quick
turnaround of vacant properties. Additionally, it involves monitoring
tenant satisfaction, maximizing rental income, and overseeing the
tenancy management budget.
* Additional duties include representing the community in relevant
sub-committees, supporting new and existing projects, providing
high-quality tenant services, and adhering to health and safety,
safeguarding, equality, diversity, and data protection procedures.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS POST WILL HAVE:
* Professional Qualifications and Experience: Must have relevant
qualifications in property-related disciplines (e.g., SCSI/RICS
accreditation) and at least 3 years of senior-level experience in
development, acquisitions, property, or tenancy management roles.
* Management and Supervisory Skills: Should have experience
supervising performance and processes, managing financials, overseeing
property management and on-site works, procuring contracts for
maintenance, and managing health and safety.
* Sector-Specific Expertise: Needs experience in the social housing
sector, including tenancy management, RTB guidelines, handling
complaints and breaches of tenancy, drafting notices, and knowledge of
Landlord and Tenant legislation.
* Technical and Legal Expertise: Must have knowledge of contract
procurement and administration, building regulations, construction
law, and health and safety compliance, with the ability to manage
multiple projects simultaneously.
* Management and Organizational Skills: Should possess strong
supervisory skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the
capability to anticipate, prevent, and resolve problems, as well as
effectively plan and prioritize workload.
* Communication and Analytical Skills: Requires excellent written
and oral communication skills, proficiency in MS Office applications,
and the ability to provide expert property advice, make informed
decisions, and develop long-term property management plans
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The Recruitment Pack for the role is attached below or from our
website
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
