The Director of Programs will:

§ Manage the day-to-day operations of the Organization’s housing programs.

§ Supervise and oversee the activities of program staff.

§ Coordinate and collaborate with program partners from government, private, and non-profit sectors. 

§ Develop and implement long-term objectives and strategies to meet all program and Organization goals.

§ Ensure compliance with all programmatic and funding reporting requirements.

§ Supervise preparation and submission of required reports and requests for information from program partners.

§ Establish and supervise training programs and development of materials for program partners and staff.

§ Coordinate closely with HPD and other partners on program activities to ensure program goals are met and work is being done in a timely manner and within budget.

§ Trouble-shoot program-wide issues or concerns with HPD and procured subcontractors.

§ Manage and/or participate in ongoing special projects leading to further development and growth of the Organization. 

§ Prepare for and participate in Board of Directors meetings.

§ A graduate degree in planning, real estate finance, business administration or comparable field. A bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience in housing development can substitute a graduate degree.

§ Minimum of 10 years of work experience in the areas of housing, real estate and/or community development, property management or planning is required. 

§ Strong experience in financing, managing and developing government-sponsored affordable housing projects.

§ Strong writing, organizational, interpersonal, communication and oral presentation skills.

§ Must have the ability to communicate and interact with wide array of constituencies, including government officials, board members, funders, non-profits, tenants, and homeowners.

§ Ability to coordinate complex activities, meet deadlines and use good judgment in satisfying conflicting demands and setting priorities.

§ Strong experience in managing and motivating staff. 

§ Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with limited supervision. 

§ Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources to analyze and interpret financial data. 

§ Ability to develop and deliver presentations.

§ Skill in formulating policy, developing new strategies, and implementing procedures.

§ Must have a strong interest in non-profit and government work and a willingness to work as an effective, enthusiastic member of a team towards the Organization’s mission.

§ Proficient in MS Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Sales Force and ArcGIS.

Please send your cover letter and resume to: humanresources@neighborhoodrestore.org