Executive Director, Housing Affordability & Climate Resilience

The Executive Director for Housing Affordability & Climate Resilience will lead a new organization focused on addressing home affordability and climate issues in Philadelphia. The role involves shaping the organization's direction, setting goals, building a Board of Directors, and establishing a research agenda. Candidates should have leadership experience and a strong understanding of socio-economic and environmental factors affecting housing. This is a full-time position with minimal travel.
Executive Director, Housing Affordability & Climate Resilience


About the Company

Mission-driven organization addressing the home affordability crisis in the local community

Industry
Real Estate

Type
Privately Held

Employees
11-50


About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead the establishment of a new organization dedicated to addressing the dual crises of home affordability and climate resilience. The successful candidate will be a seasoned leader with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, capable of shaping the organization's direction, operations, and culture from the ground up. This role is pivotal in creating a clear vision and core strategy that will define the organization's impact on homeownership affordability and climate resilience. The Executive Director will be responsible for building the organization's foundational structure, setting both short-term and long-term goals, and developing an effective Board of Directors. A key aspect of the role is to establish a research agenda focused on advancing new solutions and to work with various stakeholders to advocate for changes that support the organization's mission. Candidates for the Executive Director position must have a unique blend of leadership acumen, strategic vision, and a deep passion for creating change in the housing and climate sectors. The ideal candidate will have a background in business, public policy, or nonprofit management, and a proven track record of translating vision into actionable goals. A strong understanding of the socio-economic and environmental factors contributing to the housing affordability crisis is essential. The role requires exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, as well as a problem-solving approach. The Executive Director will be expected to stay informed about emerging trends and research in the field to ensure the organization's efforts are effective and targeted. This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader to make a lasting impact and to position the organization as a leading voice in the national conversation on home affordability and climate resilience.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

CEO/PresidentNon-Profit Management