General Manager -The Property Investment Professional of Australia

The Property Investment Professional of Australia (PIPA) have a vision to raise the standards for property investment professionals across Australia. Founded in 2005,  this national organisation offers accreditation programs, events and discussion forums to its members. PIPA has created an industry benchmark of knowledge and skills for professionals in industries involved with property investment and is backed by a passionate, ethical and committed Board. 

PIPA is looking for a General Manager to provide leadership to a small team and to drive positive membership growth through the expansion of educational programs. This role straddles operations and strategy and will suit someone who is a natural activator, prioritises well and thrives with autonomy. 

Your primary focus will be to:

• Identify and drive membership growth through quality products and services. 
  
• Establish ideas and opportunities for services and products that will diversify revenue streams based on what is valued by members and the community. 
  
• Create partnerships, sponsorship opportunities and undertake advocacy to position PIPA for growth. 
  
• Manage governance requirements and ensure suitable financial management and compliance is in place. 
  
• Lead and shape a team of one internal employee, contractors and a voluntary board to deliver all functions of the association.
  

To be considered for the opportunity you will bring

• Experience as a Senior Manager or equivalent.
  
• Marketing, commercial and governance experience.
  
• Strategic and critical thinking, operations and advocacy experience.
  
• Experience working with Executive Committees or Boards (desirable).
  
• Experience working within a professional membership association (desirable).
  
• Understanding of the property sector and investments (desirable).
  
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field.
  
• Australian Work Rights.
  

This is a great opportunity to elevate the services and products PIPA provides to ensure that our profession is regulated, valued and trusted by consumers. To thrive in this position, you will have the skills and mindset to strengthen our organisation, the team and bring a proactive and collaborative approach.

We also offer great flexibility and the opportunity to permanently work from home.

How to Apply 

To apply use the links to send through your resume and cover letter or to confidentially discuss the opportunity please contact Renee via renee@thepeopleparadox.com. 

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