Executive Director — Affordable Housing Leader

Habitat for Humanity; Winston-Salem (NC); Vor Ort; USD 130.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County in North Carolina is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization through growth, development, and community impact. The role requires strategic vision, strong financial stewardship, and the ability to build partnerships with government, lenders, developers, and donors.

The successful candidate will oversee programs, staff, and finances, sustain operational excellence, and advance the mission of expanding affordable housing in Forsyth County.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in listed fields (business, public admin, urban planning, real estate, community development, finance, construction management, nonprofit management)
• At least seven years of progressively responsible senior leadership experience
• Experience leading organizations through growth, change, and transformation
• Significant experience in affordable housing, housing development, community development, real estate development, construction, land acquisition, housing finance, or related field
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Experience negotiating complex development, land acquisition, financing, partnerships
• Strong knowledge of the affordable housing landscape, funding sources, development challenges, and housing policies
• Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to establish credibility and build relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing organizational budgets and performance metrics
• Personal commitment to Habitat for Humanity's mission and values

Aufgaben

• Lead development of Habitat Forsyth's long-term strategic vision and priorities
• Position the organization as a leading voice in affordable housing throughout Forsyth County and North Carolina
• Build and sustain relationships with elected officials, municipal leadership, housing organizations, developers, lenders, business leaders, and community stakeholders
• Serve as the primary ambassador and spokesperson for Habitat Forsyth, convening other leaders and organizations as necessary
• Promote collaborative solutions that address housing needs for families, older adults, individuals with disabilities, and other vulnerable populations
• With the Chief Program Officer, lead the identification, evaluation, acquisition, financing, and development of affordable housing opportunities
• Evaluate and pursue land acquisition, housing development, neighborhood revitalization, and strategic partnership opportunities
• Negotiate effectively with developers, lenders, landowners, municipalities, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Maintain a working knowledge of affordable housing development, housing finance, community development practices, and housing policy trends
• Guide the organization's evolution toward larger-scale housing projects and expanded community development initiatives
• Sustain a culture of accountability, collaboration, professional growth, and operational excellence
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop staff
• Assess organizational capabilities and implement systems that improve effectiveness, communication, and employee engagement
• Manage organizational change in a manner that strengthens morale, performance, and mission alignment
• Ensure sound financial management and long-term organizational sustainability
• With the Director of ReStore Operations, oversee and enhance the operations of three local ReStores
• With the Director of Finance, oversee annual budgeting, financial reporting, risk management, and compliance
• With the Director of Philanthropy, support and participate in fundraising, donor stewardship, sponsorship development, grant acquisition, and community investment efforts
• Work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure effective governance and strategic oversight

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Change management

Public speaking

Fundraising

Financial acumen

Ausbildung

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

Tools

None

Jobbeschreibung

Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County in North Carolina is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization through growth, development, and community impact. The role requires strategic vision, strong financial stewardship, and the ability to build partnerships with government, lenders, developers, and donors.

The successful candidate will oversee programs, staff, and finances, sustain operational excellence, and advance the mission of expanding affordable housing in Forsyth County.