Chief Executive Officer

Company: United Methodist Higher Education Foundation
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: October 31, 2024

Job Description:

Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Metro Atlanta, Inc. is an independent 501c3 organization with the mission of seeking to put God's love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope.Habitat for Humanity International, the umbrella organization, was founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, durable place to live in dignity and safety, and that decent shelter in decent communities should be a matter of conscience and action for all. Founded in Americus, Georgia in 1976, Habitat for Humanity today operates around the globe and has helped build, renovate and repair more than 600,000 homes worldwide. Habitat helps people achieve strength, stability, and independence through safe, decent, and affordable shelter.Habitat NWMA enacts these beliefs by providing affordable housing opportunities to hard-working, well-qualified, lower-income families in Cobb, Douglas and Paulding counties. As an affiliate, and in the 32 years since its founding, Habitat NWMA has built, renovated, or repaired 506 homes in its service area and supported the building of over 350 homes in Uganda, its international tithing partner.Job DescriptionJob Description (Summary)Reporting to the Chair and the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Metro Atlanta, Inc. ("Habitat NWMA") provides the overall leadership, strategy and direction for the organization, overseeing programs, operations, and fundraising. This executive clearly and persuasively articulates the mission of Habitat NWMA for decent, affordable housing for every family in the communities we serve.Together with the board of directors, the CEO develops a strategic plan that works toward this vision, translates the plan into annual action, and energizes board, staff, and external partners to action. This individual inspires, values, and empowers others, from staff and volunteers to those in the communities served. The CEO is the face of the organization, a sought-after advocate and a thought leader in the community. The selected candidate will establish and nurture relationships and collaborative partnerships with a variety of stakeholders to advance the mission of the organization for greater impact. By increasing the number of families placed in decent affordable homes while developing new and varied ways of accomplishing that, the executive will make the affiliate a "difference maker."Duties & Responsibilities:To reach the vision of Habitat NWMA, achieve the goals of the current strategic plan, and to fulfill its mission, the successful candidate should exemplify the competencies listed below.

• Provide Visionary Leadership & Strategic Thinking

• Developing and conveying a vision internally and externally to energize donors, sponsors, influencers, employees, partners, and aspiring homeowners, as well as others whose involvement is needed for success.
• Working with a board and staff in a leadership role to develop a strategic plan that was, or is currently being, implemented successfully.
• Continuously identifying opportunities aligned with the mission and strategic goals of the organization, presenting the best to the board for evaluation and approval as appropriate.
• Working closely with staff department heads and board committee chairs to ensure they have clear roles and plans for accountability, including annual objectives directly tied to the strategic plan.
• Monitoring progress against the strategic plan and corresponding budgets, making recommendations to the board to capitalize on successes, make course corrections, and mitigate unforeseen issues.
• Oversee Resource Development
  • Developing and documenting a funding strategy for the period of the strategic plan in order to meet its resource needs.
  • Increasing, strengthening and diversifying funding sources, including one-on-one solicitation with major donors and private foundations, deferred giving campaigns, corporate, in-kind support, and earned revenue.
  • Mobilizing and motivating volunteers as fundraisers, including board members.
  • Provide Relationship Development and Communications
    • Identifying the relationships essential to achieving the vision of their organization.
    • Nurturing existing relationships, not only with donors and sponsors, but also with other partners, influencers, and the internal audiences of staff and board.
    • Motivating and utilizing board members to engage and leverage their networks for the purpose of developing new board members, volunteers, and community partnerships, in addition to funding.
    • Developing a communication strategy to communicate effectively internally with employees and the board, and externally with all stakeholders using the full range of methods, techniques, and tools.
    • Speaking with evident passion about a topic of importance, combining quantitative facts with qualitative stories in a mix appropriate to the audience.
    • Leadership, Talent Development, and Management
      • Working with a board and staff to capitalize on individual members' respective skills and passions.
      • Change Management; that is, having brought an organization through systemic and/or a challenging season of change.
      • Attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining the highest level of continuously-improving staff members by creating a hiring and development plan tied directly to the strategic plan.
      • Developing performance and leadership through education, mentorship, and opportunities to stretch the capabilities of staff members.
      • Seeking guidance from staff members in matters of content expertise, as well as organizational direction.
      • Inspiring trust and confidence through personal demonstration of thoughtful leadership, business acumen and results orientation.
      • Introducing and maintaining a culture of team and individual accountability, along with systems and communication tools to ensure an efficient team.
      • Developing and maintaining an open and welcoming work environment where employees feel safe and secure and a spirit of collaboration and mutual support exists.
      • Ensure Operational & Financial Excellence
        • Working cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
        • Developing new and efficient ways to improve and streamline operations of their organizations in a manner that improves quality and outcomes.
        • Managing an organization that relies on volunteers for a significant amount of its work.
        • Assisting department heads with development of annual plans with objectives, timelines, and required resources for successful implementation and execution of the strategic plan.
        • Establishing the systems to collect data, develop compliance, measure outcomes, and adjust programs as appropriate based on the information gained.
        • Administering an effective budget process and preparation, including all internal stakeholders, and evidence of planning for capital needs and financial reserves.
        • Ensuring compliance with all legal, safety and regulatory authorities, laws and procedures.
        • Provide executive oversight to ensure effective internal controls and financial discipline are in place to enable the strong financial position of the organization.
        • Provide executive oversight to construction material purchasing manager, ensuring all financial and operational needs are supported.
        • Provide executive oversight to construction and repairs and ensure that all work complies with state, county, city and local building codes and requirements.
        • Land Acquisition and Development
          • Working with real estate brokers, city and county organizations, private entities and others to identify lots and parcels of land in Cobb, Douglas and Paulding Counties that can be acquired by the Affiliate to facilitate pursuing its mission.
          • Oversee and ensure all due diligence is conducted to evaluate the viability of the Affiliate purchasing a piece of land.Preferred ExperienceQualifications & Skills:ExperienceThe ideal candidate is a leader who has a track record of producing significant results in a complex business. Innovation and openness to new ideas or approaches is highly valued. The successful CEO candidate must have a passion for the mission and ministry, the ability to effectively lead staff, engage volunteers, and to cultivate donors and sponsors. Experience as a successful fundraiser and manager of business is crucial. Real estate and finance knowledge, while positively advantageous, is not a requirement.Relevant industry knowledgeThe successful candidate will demonstrate progress with systemic issues through programs and influence. Knowledge of affordable real estate development, land usage, urban planning, finance, the mortgage business and housing issues may be an advantage but is not necessary. Understanding generational poverty and the support needs of vulnerable populations and communities is more important.Industry experience working on land acquisition and development for affordable residential construction, including assessing lot and land development requirements and associated costs strongly desired.Additional QualificationsA strategic thinker who thrives on problem solving, and takes an energetic, proactive approach to meeting organizational needs.Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building skills.Strong verbal, written, communication, and presentation skills.Strong planning, collaboration, problem-solving skills, including a willingness to take a "hands on" approach in handling the land acquisition and construction responsibilities of the Affiliate.Demonstrated leadership experience and results in managing a team.Physically able to perform assigned duties, including: Ability to sit at computer and keyboard for moderate periods; Mobility sufficient to move about build sites including climbing stairs; Sight and hearing adequate to perform the duties of the job, including communicating clearly; and Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds on an occasional basis.Education:Bachelor's degree required; a graduate degree in a relevant field of business or social services preferred.Recruitment ProcessIn order to apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter below.No phone calls or visits, please. If you have application questions, please email them to [ourfundraisingsearch@gmail.com]Habitat NWMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Identity and Employment Eligibility VerificationIn compliance with federal law, the candidate hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (I-9) upon hire.Evenings and WeekendsHabitat NWMA holds special events that require the CEO to work occasional evening and weekend hours.Additional Information
            • Contract Type: Full-Time
            • Location: Atlanta
            • Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
            • Salary: between 160000$ and 190000$/ year
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