Introduction
The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of the REALTOR® Foundation and is responsible for providing strategic leadership, advancing the Foundation's mission, and ensuring long-term organizational sustainability. Working in partnership with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director leads fundraising, grantmaking, community partnerships, housing initiatives, financial stewardship, communications, and organizational operations.
The Executive Director serves as the Foundation's primary ambassador, strengthening engagement with REALTORS®, industry partners, donors, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders to increase the Foundation's impact in ending homelessness through permanent housing solutions.
Strategic Leadership
•Lead the implementation of the Foundation's strategic plan and long-term vision.
•Identify opportunities to expand the Foundation's impact through innovative programs and strategic partnerships.
•Monitor trends in housing, philanthropy, and community needs to guide organizational priorities.
•Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and mission-driven leadership.
Organizational Leadership and Operations
•Oversee all Foundation operations, including finance, budgeting, grant administration, fundraising, marketing, communications, compliance, and daily administration.
•Ensure responsible stewardship of Foundation assets and compliance with all legal, financial, and governance requirements.
•Develop policies, procedures, and systems that support organizational excellence and long-term sustainability.
•Prepare annual operating plans, budgets, and organizational performance measures.
Fundraising and Resource Development
•Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes corporate sponsorships, major gifts, planned giving, grants, events, and annual giving.
•Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, REALTORS®, industry partners, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
•Identify new revenue opportunities to grow both annual operating support and the Foundation's endowment.
•Lead signature fundraising events and donor engagement initiatives.
Housing and Community Impact
•Provide leadership for the Foundation's housing initiatives focused on ending homelessness through permanent housing.
•Build partnerships with nonprofit organizations, housing providers, property owners, government agencies, and community organizations.
•Lead initiatives that engage REALTORS®, landlords, and property managers in expanding housing opportunities.
•Ensure grantmaking and programs produce measurable community outcomes.
Grantmaking and Program Oversight
•Oversee all aspects of the Foundation's grantmaking process, including funding priorities, application review, due diligence, award recommendations, reporting, and impact evaluation.
•Ensure grant investments align with the Foundation's mission and strategic priorities.
•Develop outcome measures that demonstrate the effectiveness of Foundation investments.
Board Relations and Governance
•Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors.
•Partner with Board leadership to establish strategic priorities and organizational goals.
•Prepare board meeting materials, reports, financial updates, and strategic recommendations.
•Support board development, engagement, and committee effectiveness.
Community and Industry Engagement
•Represent the Foundation throughout the community and real estate industry.
•Serve as the Foundation's spokesperson through public speaking, media opportunities, industry meetings, and community events.
•Strengthen relationships with MIBOR members, community leaders, elected officials, nonprofit partners, and philanthropic organizations.
•Promote the Foundation as a leader in addressing housing challenges across central Indiana.
Financial Stewardship and Impact Measurement
•Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
•Work closely with finance staff and committees to ensure sound fiscal management.
•Monitor organizational performance through measurable outcomes and key performance indicators.
•Communicate the Foundation's impact to the Board, donors, stakeholders, and the community.
Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business administration, public administration, communications, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
•Proven leadership in nonprofit management, philanthropy, housing, community development, or a related field.
•Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor cultivation, sponsorship development, and grant management.
•Experience leading strategic initiatives and organizational growth.
•Strong financial management, budgeting, and business planning skills.
•Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders.
•Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking skills.
•Experience working effectively with a volunteer Board of Directors.
•Knowledge of affordable housing, homelessness, community development, or related social impact initiatives is preferred.
•Ability to think strategically while effectively managing day-to-day operations.
The REALTOR® Foundation is committed to creating lasting community impact by mobilizing the real estate industry to expand housing opportunities and strengthen neighborhoods. This is an opportunity to lead a respected, growing organization that brings together REALTORS®, donors, nonprofit partners, and community leaders to create measurable change and ensure more individuals and families have access to safe, stable housing.