About the Organization

Since 1994, Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity has partnered with families, volunteers, donors, and community organizations to build and renovate safe, decent, and affordable homes across Strafford and Rockingham Counties. As a mid-sized affiliate of the global Habitat for Humanity network, SENH HFH operates ReStore retail locations, delivers construction and family services programs, and generates revenue through a diversified mix of philanthropy and social enterprise.

The organization is at an exciting growth and scaling stage — actively seeking a leader who can expand programs, diversify revenue, and develop innovative approaches to meet the region’s evolving affordable housing needs.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership & Governance

• Partner with the Board of Directors to set strategic priorities, implement policy, and advance organizational growth and sustainability.
• Provide timely, accurate information to support Board decision-making, fiduciary oversight, and committee work.
• Lead affiliate operations and staff in alignment with Habitat for Humanity International standards and applicable regulations.
• Apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to guide resource allocation and strategic planning.

Financial Management & Fundraising

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, audits, fiscal controls, and Board financial reporting.
• Lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy spanning individual giving, grants, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and events.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with foundations, corporations, faith-based partners, and individual donors to grow revenue and visibility.

Operations & Program Oversight

• Oversee construction, family services, volunteer engagement, Community Toolbox, and ReStore operations.
• Partner with the Construction Manager to ensure safe, effective construction and rehabilitation projects.
• Guide ReStore staffing, procurement, marketing, and financial performance.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal mortgage regulations, including Loan Originator licensing requirements.

Team Leadership & Community Engagement

• Directly supervise the Development Director, ReStore Manager, Construction Manager, and program leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and mission-focused leadership.
• Serve as SENH HFH’s primary ambassador, building relationships with local government, businesses, nonprofits, faith communities, donors, and volunteers.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, public relations, or a related field — or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years of leadership experience in a nonprofit or related sector.
• Demonstrated fundraising success, including donor development and grant writing.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, communication, and organizational leadership skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and drive organizational results.
• Deep commitment to the mission and values of Habitat for Humanity.
• Ability to pass criminal background, sexual offender, and credit checks.

Preferred

• Knowledge of mortgage, lending, escrow, or Loan Originator requirements.
• Familiarity with residential construction, ReStore/retail-social-enterprise operations, fundraising events, and donor management systems.
• Experience working with volunteer-driven organizations and nonprofit boards.

Compensation & Benefits