Executive Director | Housing & Community Impact

House of Hope Community Development Corporation; Of; On-site; TRY 5,530,000 - 6,536,000; Full time

Job summary

House of Hope CDC is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead one of Rhode Island’s nonprofit housing and homelessness services organizations. You will guide strategy, strengthen operations, and ensure long-term financial sustainability while overseeing housing, street outreach, and supportive services.

You will serve as a public spokesperson, build partnerships with residents, funders, and government agencies, and develop leaders across the organization in a commitment to stable

Qualifications

• Eight+ years in senior leadership with budgets and operations.
• Experience in housing, homelessness services, or community development.
• Proven ability to develop leaders and maintain a healthy workplace culture.
• Strong financial leadership, forecasting, and compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Set vision and translate priorities into measurable goals and plans.
• Lead senior leadership team and foster accountability and growth.
• Oversee financial planning, budgets, cash flow, and audits.
• Provide executive oversight of housing programs and services.
• Build partnerships with residents, funders, and government agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Strategic thinking

Fundraising

Public speaking

Board collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

House of Hope CDC is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead one of Rhode Island’s nonprofit housing and homelessness services organizations. You will guide strategy, strengthen operations, and ensure long-term financial sustainability while overseeing housing, street outreach, and supportive services.

You will serve as a public spokesperson, build partnerships with residents, funders, and government agencies, and develop leaders across the organization in a commitment to stable