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Annual Fund Manager

Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt
Reports To: Development Director

Position Description:
Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity operates in Black Hawk, Butler, Bremer, and Buchanan counties, bringing people together to build and repair homes, communities and hope. We are dedicated to eliminating substandard housing through construction, rehabilitation, and preserving homes; improving the quality of life for local families through holistic neighborhood revitalization; advocating for fair housing policies; and providing access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.

The Annual Fund Manager is a new, key position within the development team, responsible for managing and executing the organization’s annual fundraising strategies and campaigns. This includes overseeing the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors who support Iowa Heartland Habitat’s mission through annual gifts and oversight of annual engagement and fundraising events. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for the work of Habitat for Humanity, be skilled in donor communications and relationship-building, event planning and execution, and bring a results-driven approach to fundraising efforts.

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Essential Functions & Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Annual Fund Strategy & Execution:
  • Donor Cultivation & Stewardship:
    • Build and manage a portfolio of donors, including individuals, families, and organizations, to ensure effective stewardship and retention.
    • Craft personalized, timely, and compelling communications for annual fund donors to ensure engagement and retention, including thank-you letters, recognition, and impact reporting.
    • Oversee donor recognition programs and ensure that donors are acknowledged for their gifts in a meaningful way.
    • Develop and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with key annual fund donors to encourage giving, upgrading, and planned giving conversations.
    • Actively attend relevant community and business events that have potential to yield new annual giving prospects for the organization.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork:
    • Partner with other members of the development team and organizational leadership to ensure alignment between annual fund efforts and larger fundraising and outreach goals.
    • Support the Development Director and team with additional fundraising activities and special events as needed.
    • Carry out other duties as needed as assigned by the Development Director.

    Basic Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    • Associate degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, or a related field is required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
    • Minimum 3 years of fundraising, development, or related experience preferred; including annual fund management and donor stewardship.
    • Commitment to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s mission and principles.
    • Demonstrated experience and success in nonprofit fundraising preferred, with an ability to meet clear objectives
    • High level of discretion and ethical approach to fundraising
    • Knowledge and understanding of charitable and planned giving preferred
    • Self-motivated, determined, dependable, personable, and driven by results
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
    • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Ability to show initiative, willingness to learn and take on more responsibilities as part of a team.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and other computer skills, as required
    • Valid driver’s license & insurance and/or reliable transportation required for out-of-office travel as required by the position.

    How to Apply:
    Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter including salary expectations to finance and operations administrator, Andrew Peters, at apeters@webuildhabitat.org. Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity promotes a culture of inclusion and seeks talented staff from diverse backgrounds. Iowa Heartland Habitat does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected factor.

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    Home Repair Manager

    Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt
    Reports To: Construction Director

    Position Description:
    The home repair manager is a vital member of Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s construction team.  The home repair manager is responsible for daily activities including, but not limited to, Critical Home Repair, Home Preservation, Weatherization, and Aging-in-Place. The home repair manager is responsible for organizing and planning repair projects for the home repair specialist to complete. The home repair manager will provide leadership to the home repair specialist and Iowa Heartland Habitat partner families in owner-occupied homes.

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    Essential Functions & Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Ensure homeowners and neighborhood residents are treated with dignity, empathy and hope by Iowa Heartland Habitat staff, volunteers and partner families.
    • Approach each project with a mindset of performing the work as if it were their own home and striving to leave each project better than before the work started.
    • Coordinate each stage of construction to ensure that construction is completed according to contractual conditions and within budget.
    • Be responsible for coordination with inspectors and subcontractors to ensure their work is completed as contracted and in a timely fashion.
    • Coordinate and/or oversee purchases of construction materials for repair projects.
    • Evaluate progress and recommend improvements to ensure IHHFH builds are efficient, safe, and cost-effective.
    • Review invoices and authorize payment accordingly.

    Basic Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    • Sufficient knowledge of residential, wood-frame construction.
    • Project/construction management experience minimum of 3-5 years.
    • An approachable, professional and friendly demeanor.
    • Strong verbal and written communication, leadership, organizational and motivational skills.
    • Ability to make effective decisions and solve problems independently and effectively.
    • Ability to work collaboratively with and among diverse populations and personalities.
    • Demonstrated ability to manage people and projects successfully.
    • Flexibility to adapt to a changing and dynamic work environment.
    • Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with Iowa Heartland Habitat staff, applicants and partners.
    • Commitment to Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity’s mission and principles.
    • Valid driver’s license necessary.

    How to Apply:
    Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter including salary expectations to the finance and operations administrator, Andrew Peters, at apeters@webuildhabitat.org. Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity promotes a culture of inclusion and seeks talented staff from diverse backgrounds. Iowa Heartland Habitat does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected factor.

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