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Kentucky Habitat for Humanity Affiliate Support Organization (KyHFH)
Executive Director
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefit package
Summary Kentucky Habitat for Humanity, the affiliate support organization, works with 31 separate non-profit affordable housing partners in 40 Kentucky counties in the following areas: Advocacy, Resource Development, Educational Learning and Technical Assistance, Disaster Preparedness and Response, as well as any day-to-day issues that may arise. The KyHFH ED position will be responsible for being the face, voice, and spirit of Habitat throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This individual will be responsible for all activities associated with the management and direction of KyHFH. The primary responsibility of the ED is to carry out the mission, vison and goals of the organization as presented by the board of directors. Expertise in a broad range of skills, including fundraising, advocacy, non-profit management, education and learning, disaster and long-term recovery, and event planning, is desired. Experience and knowledge of the Habitat for Humanity organization and structure are desired but not required.
Organization Mission Habitat for Humanity's mission is to put God's love into action by bringing people together to build, repair, and improve homes, fostering strong communities, and creating hope, all based on the belief that everyone deserves a decent place to live, operating with an open-door policy welcoming all faiths and backgrounds to help those in need.
Core Mission Elements
Builds and Repairs: Creates affordable housing through new construction, renovations, and home repairs.
Brings People Together: Unites volunteers, donors, and community partners, regardless of background, to work towards a common goal.
Builds Communities: Works to revitalize neighborhoods and foster a sense of belonging.
Builds Hope: Empowers families through homeownership, creating pathways to stability and brighter futures.
Vision
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Key Principles
Affordable Housing: Views safe, affordable housing as a fundamental human right.
Inclusivity: An open-door policy welcomes volunteers and partners from all backgrounds, and assistance is provided without religious conditions.
Hand-Up, not a Hand-Out: Partners with families to build their own homes, promoting self-sufficiency.
Position Reports to KyHFH Board of Directors
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in non-profit management, business, finance, social work, human services or related field and experience in an executive leadership/management position, knowledge of federal and state housing programs, experience in housing policy analysis and advocacy, ability to secure and administer private and public grants, ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, ability to create and maintain inter-organizational relationships with government and non-profit partners, excellent management and fundraising skills, excellent organizational and planning skills, excellent verbal and communication skills, proficiency with various computer programs, e.g. Microsoft Suite, Adobe.
Duties Include
Be the face, voice, and spirit of Habitat throughout Kentucky
Successful execution of local, statewide and federal grants, in partnership and for the sustainability of the KY affiliate network and KyHFH
Research, writing, submission, execution, and compliance of all grants written and awarded to KyHFH
Manage individual donations and the online giving platform
Maintain existing and build new partnerships with national, state, and local organizations/individuals.
Act as the POC for the annual IN KY state Habitat conference. Work in tandem to secure funding, sponsorships, create curriculum, engage plenary speakers, workshop facilitators, vendors, set up, food, and adhere to conference budget
As applicable, engage and organize other training venues throughout the year, which may include webinars, regional meetings, and/or one-on-one.
As applicable, represent KyHFH and affiliates at such conferences that may include the KY Housing Corporation annual conference, HFHI bi-annual affiliate conference, Habitat on the Hill. and other training opportunities as agreed upon by staff and board.
Speak at public events about Habitat and issues of affordable housing, develop media campaigns, and issue releases as appropriate
Take part in the organization and execution of the annual advocacy Day at the Capitol in Frankfort, KY
Monitor issues in housing policy at the national, state and local levels and share issues with partners and KY Habitat affiliates
Increase public awareness of housing issues through relationship development, public speaking, social media, e-newsletters, and KyHFH website.
Manage volunteers, where applicable
Monitor organizational financial performance alongside the board treasurer, board finance committee, and contracted CPA firm to recommend strategies to maintain financial stability, including strong internal controls
Work with the board treasurer and CPA firm to execute and complete successfully the annual 990 and audit
Along with the board treasurer and finance committee, create and implement an annual fundraising plan and annual budget
Oversee board development, policies, and attend all board and executive committee meetings and appropriate subcommittee meetings
Prepare documents and present reports at board meetings to keep the board informed of KyHFH activities
Create organizational forms and materials, which may include brochures, program one-pagers, business cards, name tags, all board documents, and any other documents applicable at the time
Manage all day-to-day operations of the KyHFH office
Other duties as assigned by the board of directors
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 references, with contact information by January 30, 2026
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Summary Kentucky Habitat for Humanity, the affiliate support organization, works with 31 separate non-profit affordable housing partners in 40 Kentucky counties in the following areas: Advocacy, Resource Development, Educational Learning and Technical Assistance, Disaster Preparedness and Response, as well as any day-to-day issues that may arise. The KyHFH ED position will be responsible for being the face, voice, and spirit of Habitat throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This individual will be responsible for all activities associated with the management and direction of KyHFH. The primary responsibility of the ED is to carry out the mission, vison and goals of the organization as presented by the board of directors. Expertise in a broad range of skills, including fundraising, advocacy, non-profit management, education and learning, disaster and long-term recovery, and event planning, is desired. Experience and knowledge of the Habitat for Humanity organization and structure are desired but not required.
Organization Mission Habitat for Humanity's mission is to put God's love into action by bringing people together to build, repair, and improve homes, fostering strong communities, and creating hope, all based on the belief that everyone deserves a decent place to live, operating with an open-door policy welcoming all faiths and backgrounds to help those in need.
Core Mission Elements
Builds and Repairs: Creates affordable housing through new construction, renovations, and home repairs.
Brings People Together: Unites volunteers, donors, and community partners, regardless of background, to work towards a common goal.
Builds Communities: Works to revitalize neighborhoods and foster a sense of belonging.
Builds Hope: Empowers families through homeownership, creating pathways to stability and brighter futures.
Vision
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Key Principles
Affordable Housing: Views safe, affordable housing as a fundamental human right.
Inclusivity: An open-door policy welcomes volunteers and partners from all backgrounds, and assistance is provided without religious conditions.
Hand-Up, not a Hand-Out: Partners with families to build their own homes, promoting self-sufficiency.
Position Reports to KyHFH Board of Directors
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in non-profit management, business, finance, social work, human services or related field and experience in an executive leadership/management position, knowledge of federal and state housing programs, experience in housing policy analysis and advocacy, ability to secure and administer private and public grants, ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, ability to create and maintain inter-organizational relationships with government and non-profit partners, excellent management and fundraising skills, excellent organizational and planning skills, excellent verbal and communication skills, proficiency with various computer programs, e.g. Microsoft Suite, Adobe.
Duties Include
Be the face, voice, and spirit of Habitat throughout Kentucky
Successful execution of local, statewide and federal grants, in partnership and for the sustainability of the KY affiliate network and KyHFH
Research, writing, submission, execution, and compliance of all grants written and awarded to KyHFH
Manage individual donations and the online giving platform
Maintain existing and build new partnerships with national, state, and local organizations/individuals.
Act as the POC for the annual IN KY state Habitat conference. Work in tandem to secure funding, sponsorships, create curriculum, engage plenary speakers, workshop facilitators, vendors, set up, food, and adhere to conference budget
As applicable, engage and organize other training venues throughout the year, which may include webinars, regional meetings, and/or one-on-one.
As applicable, represent KyHFH and affiliates at such conferences that may include the KY Housing Corporation annual conference, HFHI bi-annual affiliate conference, Habitat on the Hill. and other training opportunities as agreed upon by staff and board.
Speak at public events about Habitat and issues of affordable housing, develop media campaigns, and issue releases as appropriate
Take part in the organization and execution of the annual advocacy Day at the Capitol in Frankfort, KY
Monitor issues in housing policy at the national, state and local levels and share issues with partners and KY Habitat affiliates
Increase public awareness of housing issues through relationship development, public speaking, social media, e-newsletters, and KyHFH website.
Manage volunteers, where applicable
Monitor organizational financial performance alongside the board treasurer, board finance committee, and contracted CPA firm to recommend strategies to maintain financial stability, including strong internal controls
Work with the board treasurer and CPA firm to execute and complete successfully the annual 990 and audit
Along with the board treasurer and finance committee, create and implement an annual fundraising plan and annual budget
Oversee board development, policies, and attend all board and executive committee meetings and appropriate subcommittee meetings
Prepare documents and present reports at board meetings to keep the board informed of KyHFH activities
Create organizational forms and materials, which may include brochures, program one-pagers, business cards, name tags, all board documents, and any other documents applicable at the time
Manage all day-to-day operations of the KyHFH office
Other duties as assigned by the board of directors
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 references, with contact information by January 30, 2026
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