CEO — Affordable Housing & Growth Leader

Habitat International; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Habitat for Humanity of Fayette and Franklin Counties seeks a visionary Chief Executive Officer to guide a complex nonprofit operating across housing construction, mortgage origination, retail, and social services. You will set strategic direction, sequence steps, and ensure accountability while expanding impact.

The role requires steering through financial restructuring, securing capital, and leading a diverse team of experts with strong donor engagement and community advocacy.

Qualifications

• Financial acumen to lead a sizable, multi-line nonprofit
• Proven track record in advancing initiatives from plan to completion
• Experience with capital grants, fundraising, and donor cultivation
• Creative thinking about sustainability in affordable housing or related fields
• Leading and collaborating with long-tenured staff and senior teams
• Clear, respectful communication with staff, board, funders, and community

Responsibilities

• Stabilize the financial position and establish a sustainable operating model
• Meet commitments on Marquard Field development
• Increase home production and secure land pipeline

Skills

Financial leadership

Strategic planning

Fundraising

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Change management

Executive communication

Job description

Habitat for Humanity of Fayette and Franklin Counties seeks a visionary Chief Executive Officer to guide a complex nonprofit operating across housing construction, mortgage origination, retail, and social services. You will set strategic direction, sequence steps, and ensure accountability while expanding impact.

The role requires steering through financial restructuring, securing capital, and leading a diverse team of experts with strong donor engagement and community advocacy.