Job Description

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.

We are in search of new talent in the following position…

Position: Associate Director of Real Estate Strategy (Hybrid Remote)

The Associate Director of Real Estate Strategy (ADRES) will support the development of strategic initiatives across the real estate portfolio & operations of the Agency. Through research, analysis and, where required, financial modeling, ADRES will collaborate with Finance, Real Estate and Program specific teams to report on and action new and existing business strategies. Working closely with the COO, CFO & AVP’s of Real Estate the ADRES will be an integral part of assessing and improving the real estate & operations of the agency. The ADRES will be involved in real estate transactions, assessing viability of existing sites and ad-hoc projects for the purpose of making recommendations. They will be self-motivated, comfortable working in a team and independently and be unafraid to ‘bottom line’ complex projects. The ADRES will provide an interface between the Real Estate and Finance teams, applying a responsive and supportive working style.

Location: 135 West 50th Street, New York, NY 10020

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in a related field or equivalent on-the-job experience.
• The ideal candidate must have experience with real estate operations and real estate development, transactions & leasing and have experience of Real Estate financial modeling.
• Must have strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and adhere to deadlines.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality is essential and they should have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Capable of taking independent action and taking initiative to recommend and implement required improvements.
• This position requires the ability to successfully manage multiple projects under deadlines.
• Experience of working in a business-critical team either in a non-profit or for-profit organization.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Research and analyze new business proposals, supporting and leading due diligence for new initiatives including real estate transactions. Work with external teams to prepare financial models.
• Provide support to senior leadership across Real Estate and Finance where required.
• Support and occasionally lead funding draws for existing construction projects.
• Lead RFP processes for third party appointments where required.
• Work with Funding teams to submit proposals for Grants, Borough Awards & City/State/Federal RFQs.
• Manage multiple small-scale projects and responsibilities at once and apply a methodical and priority driven approach. Work with & manage external consultants providing advice and services to the agency.

Employees receive an exceptional benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Educational Reimbursement Program (includes tuition and license/certification)
• Paid Time Off which is accrued monthly and rolls over from year to year. In addition:
• Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more…

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VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!

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