Job Description

 

Build a Better Future with Us - Join as Development Director at Habitat for Humanity!

Founded in 1985, Habitat for Humanity of Catawba Valley is a non-profit, Christian-based community organization dedicated to building, renovating, and repairing safe, decent, and affordable housing for hard-working, low-income families in the Catawba Valley community. They build houses through partnerships with diverse segments of the community–churches and temples, businesses and individuals, service clubs and foundations. Thanks to this support from the community, Habitat has built over 165 houses in Catawba County.

If you're driven by the desire to create lasting change and a world where everyone has a decent place to live, we have the perfect opportunity for you. As our Development Director at Habitat for Humanity Catawba Valley, you'll be at the forefront of our mission, working collaboratively to transform lives within our local community through sustainable housing solutions. Your passion for philanthropy, strategic thinking, and knack for fostering meaningful relationships will drive the resources needed to build homes, hope, and a brighter future. Join us and be a key player in the journey of turning dreams of safe and affordable housing into reality for all.

The Development Director is primarily responsible for securing funding for the operation of the affiliate. This position has five critical functions:

1) Raise funding for the operation of the affiliate;

2) Build new and enhance existing programs;

3) Cultivate donors;

4) Manage day-to-day operations of the Development Department;

5) Strategize with Executive Director and Finance Director to organize, plan, and execute funding for future growth.

A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Non-Profit Management or Business Administration preferred. Five (5) to seven (7) years’ related experience in a non-profit development/fundraising role, and a minimum of 3 – 5 years of staff management experience preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of donor database system preferred.

We offer Healthcare, PTO, dental, vision, STD, LTD, EAP (30 days after the first of the month), as well as a simple IRA (one year wait), including 10 standard Federal holidays.

Through engaging families as partners, Habitat seeks to build not only homes with families, but strength, self-reliance, and stability as well. We know that strong, stable homes help build strong and stable communities. We believe that with a little help, we all have the potential to stand alone.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hickory, NC 28601: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 5 years (Required)
• Staff Management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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