THE OPPORTUNITY CEDAC is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven, hands-on and visionary Executive Director (ED) to lead the organization through its next phase of growth and development.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide strategic leadership, oversee daily operations, and build partnerships and relationships to ensure the sustainability and success of the organization.
This individual will be responsible for cultivating partnerships, managing staff, and serving as the public face of the organization.
CANDIDATE PROFILE We recognize that there is a spectrum of lived and professional experience that will set candidates up for success in this role.
While no one candidate will have every experience outlined in the position description, ideal candidates will display the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Visionary Leadership The Executive Director will have deep experience building, leading and motivating diverse teams in a mission-driven environment with a focus on collaboration, productivity, professional development and outstanding communication.
The Executive Director is a strategic and forward-thinking leader able to guide the organization through transition, innovation and emerging opportunities while building on decades of achievement by the organization and its partners.
Commitment to the Mission CEDAC's next Executive Director is committed to increasing the availability of affordable housing through support for both preservation and new development and is committed to delivering project financing and technical expertise for community-based and other nonprofit organizations engaged in effective community development in Massachusetts.
Affordable Housing Expertise The Director will have deep knowledge and experience in the realm of community economic development and will bring an expertise, skillset and ability to sustain and enhance CEDAC's position as a critical player in affordable housing development in the Commonwealth.
Policy and Advocacy Skills The role requires a sophisticated understanding of the kinds of public policy and political dynamics that are central to the housing and community economic development sector, and strong competency in building and maintaining trust relationships with leaders in the public sector, the private sector and the nonprofit organizations that are critical to CEDAC's success.
Operational Excellence The ideal candidate will have a track record of excellence in building and operating strong workplace communities that honor and empower diverse voices to participate in a high-performance organization.
Supervisory and team-building skills must be at a high level to develop and empower a diverse staff that values efficiency, equity, growth opportunity and a strong connection to the mission.
In addition, strong candidates will offer: Proven experience in affordable housing, finance, and development, with a strategic and political acumen.Strong communication, negotiation, and team-building skills.A commitment to DEI and the ability to represent CEDAC externally while fostering internal collaboration.Ability to foster trust, engage diverse constituents, and promote inclusivity within the organization.Skilled communicator who can translate complex issues for diverse audiences and build consensus.Curiosity and creativity in finding solutions to evolving challenges in the affordable housing sector.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
The salary range for this role is $210,000 – $245,000 with a generous benefits package.
CONTACT Koya Partners has been exclusively retained for this engagement.
Express interest in this role by filling out our Talent Profile or emailing the search team directly at ******.
All inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.
CEDAC is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.
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