Veterans Build Director

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Habitat for Humanity International
Atlanta, GA, USA
Full-time

The Veterans Build Director is responsible for implementation and administration of the Habitat for Humanity Veterans Build initiative.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Manages the Veterans Build team, providing leadership and direction in alignment with Habitat for Humanity’s mission and purpose
  • Develops long-term strategies on issues related to affordable housing for and with veterans and their families
  • Develops strategic partnerships with veteran-focused agencies to address increased accessibility to affordable housing – through new homes, or repairs to existing homes – for veterans and their families
  • Partners with local Habitat affiliates and State Support Organizations to provide resources, training, guidance and support in their work with veterans
  • Identifies obstacles to veteran engagement and develops tools and resources to assist affiliates in overcoming these obstacles to veteran engagement
  • Manages and oversees grant programs in coordination with HFHI donors, Habitat affiliates and State Support Organizations
  • Provides subject matter expertise to Resource Development, Communications, and other HFHI departments undertaking veteran-focused activities
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree; relevant graduate studies and/or minimum 4 years work experience with veterans or military families;
Skills/Experience: 
  • Total Years of Related Experience: 8-10 years
  • Knowledge of housing and veteran issues
  • Strong research, writing, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Experience with program development and/or community relations
  • Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and social media tools
  • Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of audiences, including elected officials, representatives of outside organizations, consultants, and all levels of HFHI and HFH affiliate staff

PREFERRED:

  • U.S Armed Forces veteran
  • Familiarity with government and issues impacting veterans is preferred
How to Apply: 

https://habitat.org/about/careers/veterans-build-director

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

Habitat for Humanity International

Overview
Headquarters: 
Americus, GA, United States
Website: 
habitat.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1987
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Housing / Shelter
Disaster Relief / Public Safety
International
Mission: 

Habitat for Humanity believes that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. We build and repair houses all over the world using volunteer labor and donations. Our partner families purchase these houses through no-profit, no-interest mortgage loans or innovative financing methods. As a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry that builds with people in need regardless of race or religion, we welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jan 15 2019
Active Until: 
Feb 15 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Habitat for Humanity International
industry: 
Nonprofit