Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President of Programs, the Director of Housing Initiatives serves as a key leader and team member in developing a strategic housing initiative for Community Foundation Boulder County.

Utilizing a collective impact approach, the Director of Housing Initiatives leads community education, cross-sector relationship building, and strategic coordination to advance affordable housing solutions in Boulder County. This role includes fundraising, systems change work, relationship building, facilitation and data-driven strategy to mobilize philanthropic resources and align partners around shared goals.

Roles & Responsibilities

The Director will develop and execute a strategic vision across the following priorities:

Fundraising and Resource Development 40%

• Lead the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of relationships with potential philanthropic funders (local, state, and national) interested in investing in Boulder County.
• Translate complex housing systems and policy dynamics into compelling, accessible cases for support that educate and inspire donors and community members.
• Lead the analysis and coordination of available philanthropic funding to support efforts to achieve Boulder Countys affordable housing goal. Coordinate philanthropic grant applications to secure resources for Boulder County communities.
• Identify, package and market unique philanthropic tools to support housing availability and affordability.

Strategic Partnerships and Community Impact 40%

• Work cooperatively with housing providers and supporters (municipal governments, nonprofit organizations, developers, and other interested entities) to strengthen cross-sector partnerships.
• Provide project management for regional housing initiatives through facilitation focused on data driven agendas, measurable outcomes, and accountability commitments.
• Support partners in using data to inform decisions, evaluate progress, and adapt strategies to ensure equitable impact.
• Collaborate with nonprofit housing service providers to understand the needs and resources to increase effectiveness.

Community Education, Communications and Administration 20%

• Cultivate inclusive, equity-centered collaboration by facilitating strong communication and engagement and building trust across diverse stakeholders.
• Support housing related data collection, presentation, and distribution from multiple sources. Create clear and accessible data reports to support decision making, strategy, and community understanding.
• Lead affordable housing educational and planning events for potential donors and community members including developing agendas, working with vendors, and arranging speakers/presentations.

Skills and Competencies

• Bachelors Degree required, Masters preferred
• 5 years experience in a nonprofit, phil…