Executive Director, Affordable Housing & Community Impact

Capital Development Services; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County seeks an Executive Director to lead strategy, operations, and external relations. The role requires building partnerships, advancing affordable housing initiatives, and guiding organizational growth in Forsyth County.

The successful candidate will manage staff, collaborate with the Board, donors, and public officials, and ensure financial stewardship while expanding Habitat Forsyth's impact throughout the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Community Development, Finance, Construction Management, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Advanced degree in a related field is preferred.
• Significant experience in affordable housing, housing development, community development, real estate development, construction, land acquisition, housing finance, or related field.
• Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking with ability to present data to executives and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and execution of Habitat Forsyth's long-term strategic vision and priorities.
• Position the organization as a leading voice and trusted partner in affordable housing.
• Build and sustain relationships with officials, housing organizations, developers, lenders, and community stakeholders.
• Serve as primary ambassador and spokesperson for Habitat Forsyth.
• Promote collaborative solutions addressing housing needs for families and vulnerable populations.
• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, risk management, and compliance.
• Support fundraising, donor stewardship, sponsorship development, and grants.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Financial acumen

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Community Development, Finance, Construction Management, Nonprofit Management, or related field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County seeks an Executive Director to lead strategy, operations, and external relations. The role requires building partnerships, advancing affordable housing initiatives, and guiding organizational growth in Forsyth County.

The successful candidate will manage staff, collaborate with the Board, donors, and public officials, and ensure financial stewardship while expanding Habitat Forsyth's impact throughout the community.