Executive Search: Executive Director (On-Site) — Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County (HFHBC)

Organization: Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County

Position: Executive Director (ED)

Location: Bergen County, New Jersey

Reports to: Board of Directors

Salary: $90,000-$100,000 depending on experience and qualification

ABOUT US

Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County (HFHBC) is dedicated to addressing the critical need for affordable housing in Bergen County, New Jersey. Since 1994, we have partnered with communities, donors, and volunteers to create safe and sustainable homes, empowering families and revitalizing neighborhoods. HFHBC focuses on building strong community connections and fostering stability through homeownership, critical repairs, and innovative programs. Located in Westwood, NJ, we are committed to making the dream of homeownership a reality while promoting volunteerism and community-driven support.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Executive Director (ED), you will provide visionary and strategic leadership to HFHBC, working collaboratively with the Board of Directors and our various committees, to achieve our mission. The ED is responsible for advancing the organization’s goals through innovative program development, operational excellence, and sustainable financial stewardship. Acting as the chief advocate and public representative, you will strengthen community partnerships, foster donor relationships, collaborate with municipalities and real estate organizations to obtain land, driving impactful initiatives that expand affordable housing access.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and implementation of a multi-year strategic plan aligned with the organization’s mission and Board priorities.
• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and expanded our impact through partnerships and community engagement.

Fundraising and Resource Development

• Design and execute diverse fundraising strategies to secure revenue through major gifts, grants, corporate partnerships, and individual contributions.
• Build and sustain donor relationships through thoughtful stewardship and recognition programs.

Community Engagement and Advocacy

• Serve as the primary spokesperson, advocating for HFHBC’s mission with community stakeholders, media, and civic groups.
• Elevate HFHBC’s visibility through strategic communications and brand development across digital and traditional media.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Justice

Nonprofit HR is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where equity, diversity, inclusion & justice (EDIJ) are fully integrated into everything we do for the benefit of our employees and the clients that we serve. To fully realize our goal, we prioritize our understanding of the complexities of DEI within our workforce to inform our approach to talent management. We believe that this guides how we do our work, advise our clients to operationalize EDIJ and position our content and educational opportunities to help strengthen the talent management capacity of the social impact sector. See the full statement.