Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership of the affiliate, guiding Habitat for Humanity of Johnson County’s (HFHJC) growth. The Executive Director will work with the Board and staff, as well as other partners, to build on past successes and forge new collaborations and partnerships with community leaders, related organizations and major donors.
Responsibilities & Duties
Leadership: Work with the Board and staff to set strategic goals and priorities. Provide leadership, direction, and management to HFHJC including the operations of fiscal, administrative, programmatic, and legal oversight. Develop a unified sense of purpose among Board members and staff. Ensure operational activities align with strategic goals.
Community Engagement: Plan and implement strategies to promote public awareness of, and engagement with, HFHJC. Monitor trends, emerging issues, and community efforts related to affordable housing. Act as the chief spokesperson for the organization, articulating our mission in an aspiring way to build relationships with individuals, corporations, faith-based organizations, government entities, and community groups. Cultivate HFHJC’s relationships in the community through personal engagement and effective communication. Lead engagement efforts in multi-sector collaborations, through partnerships, coalitions, task forces, and committees, as appropriate.
Board Relations: Serve as a critical partner with the Board, providing relevant, timely, and transparent updates, introducing industry trends and new opportunities for consideration. Seek professional guidance from Board members regarding relevant governance issues or business opportunities. Actively participate in Board discussions and planning activities, engaging members as appropriate regarding critical issues and opportunities.
Operations Management: Oversee all facets of HFHJC’s operations including but not limited to: ReStore operation, homeownership and repair programs, resource development, financial management, homeowner services, and advocacy. Apply sound and proven business practices and implement industry best practices, business policies, and internal controls to minimize risk, safeguard corporate assets and improve operational efficiencies.
Staff Development: Lead, empower, delegate and evaluate the performance of a diverse team, providing opportunities for team building, planning, and professional development. Develop strong inter-departmental relations and foster positive relationships among staff. Cultivate a welcoming and positive environment, supporting and encouraging the staff to be their best while implementing a culture of teamwork, accountability, and quality. Ensure fair and consistent human resource practices.
Resource Development: Expand the scope and depth of relationships and partnerships that will lead to sustainable, diversified funding streams and significant philanthropic investments in HFHJC’s future. Actively participate in fund development activities and the cultivation of individual, government, and corporate donors. Establish partnerships with financial institutions to further the reach of and minimize risk to HFHJC.
Qualifications
Specific Skills:
Proven track record of relationship building that leads to financial investment
Strong knowledge of corporate and/or non-profit governance with significant experience interfacing with governing boards
Exemplary leadership and management skills
Proficient in grant writing with excellent grammar skills
Detail oriented with excellent follow-up skills
Experience influencing business culture through development and implementation of strategic initiatives
Proficient in social media, including but not limited to: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, X, etc.
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint; with knowledge of Publisher and Canva
Knowledge of real estate transactions preferred
Knowledge of construction site protocol
Excellent time management skills
Prior Habitat for Humanity or affordable housing experience a plus
Characteristics:
Deeply committed to the mission of Habitat for Humanity
A strong, visionary leader who thinks strategically and can implement tactically
A positive cultural influencer who leads with transparency
An articulate communicator and storyteller who inspires investment
Willing to be highly visible and engaged with the Johnson County community
Respectful of all constituencies and willing to engage across constituencies whether at the construction site, in the office, at the ReStore, or in the community
Willing to empower staff while maintaining accountability
Able to advocate effectively for and build partnerships that advance the mission of Habitat
A team builder, consensus builder and collaborator
Professional in both appearance and demeanor
Able to multi-task, balancing internal and external stakeholder needs
Approachable and genuine
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university strongly preferred
Minimum of 5 years experience in a leadership role at a non-profit, preferably Habitat for Humanity
Send resumes and a cover letter to: Lee Ann Wilbur <[email protected]> by 10/31/2025 for consideration
Location:
New Whiteland, IN
State/Region:
Indiana
Position Category:
Affiliate-Opportunity
Type:
Affiliate
Function:
US Affiliate
Travel:
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 are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact. We strive to build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust, attracting and retaining mission-driven talent reflective of the global communities we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect.
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.
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