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Habitat for Humanity International · 1 week ago

Executive Director

Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building homes and communities. The Executive Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the organization's mission is effectively supported and sustained, while also managing financial operations, staff development, and community relations.

ConstructionHomeless ShelterNon ProfitResidential

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership for a multi-county nonprofit dedicated to building safe, affordable housing and strengthening communities
Partner with the Board to develop and execute long-range plans, budgets, and policies that ensure organizational sustainability and mission alignment
Prepare agendas, reports, and financial analyses for the Board and Executive Committee to support informed decision-making
Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, fiscal controls, compliance, audits, and cash management
Collaborate with the Finance Director and Board Treasurer to maintain strong internal controls, ensure accuracy of state and federal filings, and safeguard assets
Direct daily operations encompassing finance, construction, development, programs, and administration
Implement systems that enhance efficiency, strengthen compliance, and improve service delivery
Recruit, supervise, and evaluate a multidisciplinary staff
Foster collaboration across the team, provide professional development, and promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness
Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for the affiliate
Cultivate partnership with civic, business, faith-based, and governmental entities to expand community support and visibility
Represent the affiliate in public forums, media, and statewide Habitat initiatives
Lead fundraising and donor engagement strategies, securing grants and private contributions from diverse sources
Collaborate with Development and Marketing Director to implement campaigns, media outreach, and public awareness initiatives
Ensure timely, budget-conscious construction and repair of homes by coordinating with staff, volunteers, and contractors
Guide planning and resource allocation to meet housing production goals
Act as liaison with Habitat for Humanity International and Habitat Florida, maintaining adherence to affiliate standards and sharing best practices across the network
Strengthen financial accountability, enhance operational systems, and expand community partnerships – resulting in sustained organizational growth and improved housing outcomes for partner families

Qualification

Organizational leadershipFinancial managementFundraisingConstruction managementNonprofit operationsStaff leadershipCommunity relationsStrategic planningGrant writing

Required

Bachelor's degree in business management, nonprofit administration, or related field
Minimum of three years of experience in organizational leadership, financial management, and administrative operations, preferably in a nonprofit sector
At least four years' experience in construction management, affordable housing, nonprofit operations, or with a proven track record of managing revenues of $15 million or more
Demonstrated experience in fundraising, grant writing, and donor relations, with a history of securing funding from diverse sources

Preferred

Master's degree in business management, nonprofit administration, or related field
Five years of experience in organizational leadership, financial management, and administrative operations, preferably in a nonprofit sector

Benefits

Simple IRA
Medical
Dental
Drug and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)

Company

Habitat for Humanity International

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Habitat for Humanity provides affordable housing solutions through community partnerships and volunteer efforts.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$3.73M
Key Investors
Kauffman FoundationThe Cigna Group FoundationBlackHawk Network
2025-05-08Grant
2024-08-12Grant· $0.25M
2024-01-24Grant· $1M

Leadership Team

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Elizabeth Satow
Area Vice President Asia Pacific
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