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Housing Associate, Women's Housing and Economic Development Corporation - Bronx, NY

Housing Associate


The Women's Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDco) is a community development organization founded on the radically simple idea that all people deserve healthy, vibrant communities. We build award-winning, sustainable, affordable homes – but our work is not over when our buildings are complete. WHEDco believes that to be successful, affordable housing must be anchored in strong communities that residents can be proud of. WHEDco's mission is to give the South Bronx access to all the resources that create thriving neighborhoods – from high-quality early education and after-school programs, to fresh, healthy food, cultural programming, and economic opportunity. See www.whedco.org for more information.
Job Summary: Housing Associate manages projects for WHEDco's Housing Development Department, including both portfolio management and development of new projects.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Track and analyze financial performance of WHEDco's existing portfolio of affordable housing, consisting of two buildings with 260 dwelling units.
  • Manage major capital improvements of affordable housing development.
  • Assist Director of Housing Development with oversight of 277-unit new construction development, identification of new development sites and related predevelopment efforts.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with at least two years of experience in affordable housing, real estate development/finance or related field. Alternatively, Master's degree in urban planning, public administration, business, real estate development/finance.
  • Strong project management, financial and analytical skills.
  • Expert in Microsoft Excel; proficient in other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to community development and work in low-income communities.
WHEDco affords all qualified applicants equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, or any other category protected by law. WHEDco follows the requirements of the New York Human Rights Law with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
Excellent benefits and competitive salary based on experience.

How to apply

To respond, send a cover letter and resume to one of the following:
Mail: WHEDco, 50 East 168th Street, Bronx, NY 10452
Attn: Angela Ortiz, Director of Human Resources
Application Deadline: July 31, 2015, or until filled.
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