Director, Strategic Implementation & Business Development - Michigan

Samaritas

Grand Rapids (MI)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 100,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Mission-driven culture

Hybrid/Remote work options

Job summary

Samaritas in Michigan is seeking a Director of Strategic Implementation & Business Development to turn ideas and funding into measurable impact. This full-time, exempt leadership role bridges strategy and execution across grant initiatives, partnerships, housing projects, and enterprise growth.

You will design plans, lead cross-functional teams, conduct market research, and present business cases to executive leadership. Residency in Michigan is required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
Five or more years of experience in project management, grant development, business development, program development, housing/community development, or a related field.
Proven success leading complex initiatives from concept through implementation and operational launch.
Strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and financial planning skills.
Experience building alignment and driving results across cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Experience in human services, affordable housing, nonprofit leadership, social enterprise, or related mission-driven environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead implementation and launch of newly awarded grant-funded initiatives.
Develop project plans, timelines, accountability structures, and operational readiness strategies.
Partner with program leaders and shared services teams to ensure successful project execution.
Support grant research, proposal development, program design, and funding strategies.
Identify and develop new business opportunities, partnerships, social enterprises, and growth initiatives.
Conduct market research, feasibility assessments, and business planning.
Lead cross-functional teams through development, implementation, and launch of new programs and ventures.
Advance housing and community development opportunities in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
Design, launch, and evaluate pilots and innovative service models.
Present recommendations and business cases to executive leadership and key stakeholders.

Skills

Grant development

Project management

Business development

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Financial planning

Stakeholder engagement

Housing/community development

Nonprofit leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Now Hiring: Director, Strategic Implementation & Business Development

Location: Michigan ~ Hybrid/Remote as Business Needs Require (Candidates MUST Reside In the State of Michigan)

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Wage: $95,000 to $100,000 annually

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Lead Growth. Launch Innovation. Create Lasting Impact.

At Samaritas, we believe every new program, partnership, grant, and innovation has the power to transform lives. We are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial leader to serve as our Director of Strategic Implementation & Business Development, a critical role responsible for turning big ideas and funding opportunities into meaningful, measurable results.

This position bridges strategy and execution by leading the implementation of newly funded grant initiatives while identifying and advancing new business opportunities, partnerships, housing initiatives, and enterprise growth strategies. If you excel at bringing people together, building momentum around complex projects, and transforming vision into reality, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

Lead implementation and launch of newly awarded grant-funded initiatives.
Develop project plans, timelines, accountability structures, and operational readiness strategies.
Partner with program leaders and shared services teams to ensure successful project execution.
Support grant research, proposal development, program design, and funding strategies.
Identify and develop new business opportunities, partnerships, social enterprises, and growth initiatives.
Conduct market research, feasibility assessments, and business planning.
Lead cross-functional teams through development, implementation, and launch of new programs and ventures.
Advance housing and community development opportunities in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
Design, launch, and evaluate pilots and innovative service models.
Present recommendations and business cases to executive leadership and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
Five or more years of experience in project management, grant development, business development, program development, housing/community development, or a related field.
Proven success leading complex initiatives from concept through implementation and operational launch.
Strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and financial planning skills.
Exceptional project management, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Experience building alignment and driving results across cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Experience in human services, affordable housing, nonprofit leadership, social enterprise, or related mission-driven environments strongly preferred.

Why Join Samaritas?

For more than 90 years, Samaritas has been dedicated to helping people meet life's challenges and create brighter futures. As one of Michigan's largest nonprofit provider of human services, we offer the opportunity to lead meaningful work that strengthens communities and changes lives.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: