Executive Director
Responsibilities
Non-Profit Management
General Administration - Communicate with Habitat for Humanity - International and maintain compliance with state and federal laws.
Finance - Recommend yearly budget for Board approval and manage the organization’s resources within those budget guidelines. Organize, coordinate and oversee the finances associated with habitat programs, (construction, repair and preservation programs, ReStore) including human resources, budgeting, and long-range planning. Oversee all accounting decisions to ensure accurate financial records, including approval of bills, preparation of payments, and verifying accuracy of charges.
Mortgage Management - Assure that all mortgages are originated in accordance with BAHFH policy, state and federal law. Maintain relationship with loan servicing agency, reporting regularly to Board the status of mortgages.
Habitat Program Management (Construction, ReStore, repair and preservation programs) -
Communicate the following between the Habitat for Humanity home buyer families and the Executive Committee or Board; legal matters involving Habitat for Humanity, negotiation of covenant agreements between families and purchase, sale and closing meeting on all homes; In cooperation with the Construction Director, recommend appropriate construction plans to the Board of Directors and oversees the construction of homes.
Recruits volunteers; Oversees marketing and management of the Brooking Habitat ReStore and affiliate associated repair and preservation programs.
Special Events - Oversee and attend all Habitat for Humanity special events (dedications, groundbreakings, Care-A-Vanner Potlucks, Hope Builders Breakfast, Nail the Runway, Annual Meeting and Family Picnic).
Human Relations - Hire, supervise, train, motivate, and terminate staff as necessary, hold
regular and frequent staff meetings and administer annual performance reviews; Follow SD Labor laws, BAHFH policies and employee handbook.
Board Relations - Recommend appropriate Board actions to ensure BAHFH operates according to the Habitat for Humanity vision and mission; work with the Board to set strategic and long-term planning and goals; in conjunction with the President and Executive Committee, responsible for creation of the monthly board meeting agenda and reports; Arrange training opportunities for the Board and committee members; communicate between the Board, the committees and the volunteers and provide necessary follow- through.
Resource Development
* Grant Writing - Seek out potential grants opportunities and submit applications. Complete reporting necessary for received grants
* Fundraising and Major Gifts - Coordinate and attend all Habitat for Humanity fundraisers; Develop and Sustain Relationships with current donors and prospects; craft solicitation strategy, make personal visits, and perform follow-up activities focusing on growing the donor base, increasing funds raised and coordinated planned giving campaigns/programs when possible.
* Public Relations - Network and build partnerships with community organizations for in-kind
donations, program, and fundraising and donor sponsorships. This involves attending community functions, and establishing alliances with organizations and building relationships with influential individuals in the community; Meet with other regional affiliates. Speak to local groups about the Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity mission. Attend relevant conferences and workshops on behalf of the Affiliate; Produce and distribute the affiliate newsletter. Develop contacts with traditional media and implement social media campaign(s).
* Craft, coordinate and oversee the creation and distribution of public messages, direct donor mailings, appeal letters, and other constituent development mailings.
* Prepare and present regular reports that evaluate resource development efforts, including quarterly progress reports to the Board of Directors.
Other
Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
This position requires a background check, and may be subject to drug screenings
Required Qualifications
Fundraising experience
An understanding of, and enthusiasm for, the mission of Habitat for Humanity
Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate experience
A record of successful relationship building
Staff development skills
Excellent written, oral, and group presentation skills
Highly motivated and results-oriented
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Non-Profit organization(s)
Grant writing experience
Budgeting experience
Familiarity with major gift and planned giving campaigns and programs
Experience developing community partnerships
The first consideration date for this position is August 9th, 2024. Please visit our website to apply, https://brookingshabitat.org/careers/
Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel.
25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person
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About Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.
At Habitat for Humanity International, we embrace a history rooted in creating equity and take our mission seriously by courageously committing to a culture and workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we realize that our success depends upon building an inclusive workforce of diverse perspectives and encourage people of varied races (which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, protective hairstyles and hair texture), ethnicities, national origins, tribes, religions, ages, gender identities and expressions, genders, sexual orientations, marital statuses, disabilities, veteran/reserve national guard statuses, socio-economic statuses, thinking and communication styles to work with us.
We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.