IFF (CDFI) · 1 month ago
Executive Director, Foundation for Homan Square
Hybrid Remote
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expIFF is a mission-driven lender, real estate consultant, and developer that helps communities thrive. The Executive Director (ED) for the Foundation for Homan Square is responsible for advancing community engagement and coordinating IFF’s activities in alignment with its mission and strategic plan.
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Responsibilities
Represents the FHS within the greater North Lawndale communities, and citywide as needed to advance community development goals and strategies in the west side and the Homan Square campus
Works with the President, Social Impact Accelerator, the Vice President for Strategic Partnerships and other members of the IFF - FHS team to advance a strategic planning framework to develop a new shared vision for future community development in and around the Homan Square campus
Coordinate and staff the FHS Board of Director and Community Advisory Committees including setting schedules, developing and sending materials, and coordinating other IFF staff when needed
Provides strategic guidance to IFF Real Estate Services and Asset Management staff to inform the development and implementation of real estate projects, management of real estate assets, and strong customer service with residential and commercial tenants
Works with IFF staff to maintain a knowledge and understanding of both current and future Foundation for Homan Square commercial and residential operations and assets including tenant relationships, housing concerns, financial and budgetary matters and future expansion and development. Attends and participates in appropriate meetings, phone conferences, email updates and briefings related to maintaining a high level understanding of Foundation for Homan Square business matters and IFF’s strategic goals
Plans and organizes community building and community engagement activities on the campus and to connect the campus to the greater North Lawndale community
Responsible for working closely with nonprofit tenants of the campus to maximize coordination of serves and ensure nonprofit leaders are able to inform and contribute to the ongoing development of the campus and community
Responsible for the development and coordination of the Homan Square Leadership Council to provide a liaison and reporting/advising relationship between the executive leadership of HS campus providers and the IFF leadership, Board and other staff members. Organizes meetings and other activities to develop and nurture client engagement and ensure strategic support of IFF’s management goals and future development
Works with IFF communications staff to develop and implement ongoing communications plan needed to support the campus and IFF’s work in the community
Maintains required job knowledge and skills and core professional competencies. Attends and participates in required educational programs and staff meetings
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least five years of experience in community engagement, community development, and leadership development
Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to manage multiple, diverse tasks and prioritize among them
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal skills
Ability to develop presentation and collateral materials for meeting and community outreach purposes
Regular travel to IFF's headquarters; occasional early start or extended hours and evening or weekend work
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred, preferably in urban planning or studies, business or communications
Knowledge of the greater North Lawndale community, its nonprofit organizations and elected officials preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Life Insurance
Short and long term disability
Hybrid workplace
Summer Fridays
Professional development stipend
Mentorship program
Wellness programs
Employee assistance
Referral Bonuses
Company
IFF (CDFI)
Grounded in equity and deep sector expertise, IFF champions nonprofits to shape more equitable and vibrant communities through community-centered lending, development, and real estate consulting.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$4.72MKey Investors
Community Development Financial Institutions Fund
2023-04-10Grant· $3.72M
2020-01-13Debt Financing· $1M
Leadership Team
J
Joe Neri
Chief Executive Officer
Charlie Biggam
Chief Legal Counsel
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