Executive Director

Position Summary The Executive Director is a champion for GPHI’s mission and possesses a strong drive to improve housing conditions and increase wealth building opportunities for Native communities in South Dakota and across the Great Plains region. This will be done by addressing capacity gaps for Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs), seeking housing development opportunities, and by providing liquidity to community lenders through GPHI’s Native Impact Fund. The Executive Director is responsible for carrying out the mission of GPHI, maintaining strong community partnerships, working closely with its Board of Directors, meeting annual revenue goals, managing the financial operations and development of program goals, and managing two full-time staff and consultant contracts in the delivery of services. This role is for you if you… Are committed to increasing homeownership opportunities for Native families in SD and across the Great Plains region; Have significant experience managing affordable housing development and residential construction programs and staff; Have strong fiscal management skills and experience managing different funding streams; Are a bridge-builder, who can support connections between member organizations; Have strong writing and communication skills; Have experience in affordable homeownership or community development; and Have a history of moving ideas into action.

Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, including the GPHI Board of Directors, staff, donors, community groups, and be a proactive connector in the communities served. Initiative to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities. Have the skill to pivot quickly as priorities shift. Ability to execute fundraising plans and strategies that generate meaningful results. Strong affordable housing development and residential construction program management experience. Understanding of community development and homeownership in a Native context in GPHI’s service area. Staff management experience. Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, Zoom, Google WorkSpace, Adobe Pro, etc. Strong fiscal management skills. Knowledge of QuickBooks is preferred. Previous grant research, writing, and management experience. Ability to maintain a high level of energy, initiative, and interaction with staff and community. Willing and able to travel if needed. College degree in related field or minimum five years of direct experience. GPHI recognizes Native preference in hiring.

Primary Responsibilities: Manage a new nonprofit entity that provides housing development services to clients; Create and maintain a high-quality development team comprised of staff members, independent contractors, clients, and volunteers; Conduct contract and project management; Oversee housing development projects to ensure successful outcomes and capacity building opportunities for clients and impacted communities; Maintain relationships with community, government, and private sector stakeholders; Work closely with the GPHI Board of Directors to set priorities and strategic directions; Manage organizational activities to ensure long-term financial sustainability for GPHI and the financial support of its parent organization - SDNHOC; Hire and manage staff and consultants; 3 Oversee implementation of GPHI’s policies and procedures; Lead GPHI’s resource development and fundraising efforts; and Ensure compliance with all funding sources.

$100,000 - $150,000 annually