Our Aim
Long-term, sustainable operational excellence — and safeguarding our clients' assets for decades, not just until handover.
Social & Affordable Housing Advisory
Homes that last. Assets that perform.
MJN Consulting partners with Social Housing Institutions, Other Delivery Agents, developers and investors — from first feasibility to a mature, well-managed asset. Over 40 years of local and international experience, applied to your project.
Experience Reliability Ethics
- 40+Years of local and international experience
- AwardedProvincial and national awards in social housing and development
- 9/9Provinces — zero area limitations across South Africa
- End‑to‑endFrom project concept to a mature, operating asset
About MJN Consulting
An extension of your business, built for the affordable market.
MJN Consulting is a professional services firm of consultants with over 40 years of local and international experience in the social and affordable housing markets.
We help clients engage investment partnerships and sustainable funding options at every stage of development — and we collaborate with established developers, leasing and marketing specialists and experienced property management companies to deliver sustainable, income-generating assets.
Understanding governance and the statutory requirements of the social housing sector is our key strength. We solve the problem with the client, and we create value for the institution, its residents, the community and every investor involved.
Our Objectives
Deliver on the institution's mandate and get projects accredited within time, cost and quality — improving the bottom line within the regulatory framework.
Operating Credo
We partner on affordable, quality housing that creates homely, value-for-money and uplifting experiences — with tailored solutions for SHIs, ODAs and other schemes.
Our Values
Our behaviours define who we are. Our model is developed for our people, by our people, our communities and our clients.
What we do
Advisory across the full housing lifecycle.
Six integrated practice areas, delivered as standalone mandates or as one coordinated engagement — so nothing falls between consultants.
Accreditation & Governance
Positioning Social Housing Institutions and Other Delivery Agents to achieve and maintain accreditation.
- Governance and statutory compliance
- Accreditation readiness and submissions
- Institutional capacity building
Funding & Investment Partnerships
Engaging investment partners and sustainable funding options at each stage of the development process.
- Feasibility and funding strategy
- Grant, development-finance and equity partners
- Business development and deal structuring
Development & Project Management
End-to-end development support, aligned with the regulated minimum norms and standards.
- Land assembly, consolidation and rezoning
- Professional team appointment
- Pre-development planning to handover
Property & Facilities Management
Operational models that keep buildings occupied, maintained and financially sustainable after handover.
- Property and facilities management frameworks
- Leasing, letting and operations implementation
- Asset safeguarding and risk management support
Transformation & Re‑organisation
Mentoring entities for growth and inclusive participation, and optimising the B-BBEE scorecard.
- B-BBEE strategy and scorecard optimisation
- Entity mentorship and re-organisation
- Enterprise and supplier development
Community & Stakeholder Relations
Building the relationships that protect a project — with communities, residents, authorities and partners.
- Community development programmes
- Stakeholder and public relations
- Resident engagement and communication
Full service scope
Every engagement draws on our complete capability set.
- Property management
- Facilities management
- Public relations
- Community development
- Business development
- B-BBEE strategies
- Advisory services
- Stakeholder relations
- Risk management support
Who we partner with
Value for every party at the table.
We work with the institutions, developers and investors that bring affordable homes to life — and we keep residents and communities at the centre of every decision.
Social Housing Institutions
Governance, accreditation, growth and portfolio performance.
Other Delivery Agents
Project packaging, delivery support and operational readiness.
Developers
Feasibility, funding partners, professional teams and handover.
Investors & Funders
Sustainable, well-governed assets that protect long-term returns.
Communities & Residents
Homely, value-for-money and uplifting places to live.
End-to-end consulting
From project concept to mature asset.
Project inception follows the regulated minimum norms and standards. We can lead the full journey or step in at the stage where you need us most.
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Phase 01
Inception
- Project concept and initial feasibility
- Land assembly or existing property purchase
- Consolidation, zoning or rezoning
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Phase 02
Pre-development
- Project refinement and interim feasibility
- Professional team appointment
- Full pre-development planning
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Phase 03
Delivery
- Construction or redevelopment
- Handover and construction completion
- Leasing at completion
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Phase 04
Operations
- Operations implementation
- Further sales and up-letting
- A mature, sustainable asset
Interactive tool
How ready is your housing project?
Answer eight quick questions to see where your project stands — and where an advisor can add the most value. It takes under a minute.
This self-assessment is a conversation starter, not a funding or accreditation decision. Requirements depend on the programme, the municipality and current regulations, which we confirm with you during a consultation.
Why partner with us
Experience you can rely on.
We understand the landscape, apply experience with intelligence, encourage innovation and communicate clear expectations — so every stakeholder knows what to expect and when.
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Experience
Over four decades of local and international experience, and a winning mindset recognised with provincial and national awards in social housing and development.
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Reliability
We deliver quality work on time and within budget, and we act as an extension of your business — accountable for outcomes, not just reports.
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Ethics
We solve problems with our clients, and we create value for the institution, residents, community and investors alike — transparently and responsibly.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers before we begin.
Don't see your question? Call us on +27 60 151 4597 or email projects@mjnconsult.co.za.
What does MJN Consulting do?
We are a professional services firm focused on social and affordable housing. We support clients across the full lifecycle — feasibility, funding and investment partnerships, development, accreditation, property and facilities management, community development and B-BBEE transformation.
Who do you typically work with?
Social Housing Institutions (SHIs), Other Delivery Agents (ODAs), developers, investors and other affordable housing schemes — at different levels of need and affordability. We also collaborate with established developers, leasing and marketing specialists and property management companies.
Can you help us get our project or institution accredited?
Yes. Understanding governance and the statutory requirements of the social housing sector is our key strength. Our objective is to get projects and institutions accredited within time, cost and quality, within the framework set out in the regulations.
What determines whether a project qualifies for social housing funding?
Eligibility depends on factors such as the project's location, the accreditation of the delivery agent, the target household income bands, land and zoning status, and the requirements of the specific funding programme. These criteria are set and reviewed by government from time to time, so we confirm the current requirements for your project during the feasibility stage.
Do you work outside Gauteng?
Yes. We have zero area limitations and can work on projects throughout South Africa, because we believe in a better future for South Africa and its people.
How does an engagement start?
With a consultation. We listen to your mandate, review where the project stands, and agree the scope — whether that is a single stage or end-to-end support. You then receive a clear proposal with deliverables and timelines.
How is my information handled?
Information you share through this website is used only to respond to your enquiry and is handled in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). See our privacy notice.
Let's deliver homes your community — and your investors — can be proud of.
Contact
Start the conversation.
Tell us about your mandate or project. A consultant will respond within one business day.
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OfficeFountain Grove Office ParkCnr Winnie Mandela Drive (formerly William Nicol) & Second Road, Hyde Park, Johannesburg
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Telephone+27 60 151 4597Mon–Fri, 09:00–17:00 · Closed weekends and public holidays
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Emailprojects@mjnconsult.co.zaProject briefs, RFQs and proposals
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