Chief External Relations Officer

Lead the strategy, relationships, and community partnerships that will expand the impact and visibility of one of the nation's premier Habitat for Humanity affiliates during an exciting period of growth.

At Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity, we believe that everyone deserves a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home. Guided by Habitat for Humanity's mission of putting God's love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope, we partner with hardworking families throughout Northeast Ohio to create pathways to home ownership while strengthening neighborhoods and building brighter futures.

As one of the largest Habitat for Humanity affiliates in the country, we are committed to expanding access to affordable housing and creating lasting change in the communities we serve.

Today, we are experiencing an exciting season of growth and momentum. Through ambitious housing initiatives, expanding community partnerships, and increasing investment in affordable housing, we are well-positioned to broaden our impact across the region. This is an exciting opportunity to join our executive leadership team and help elevate our visibility, strengthen philanthropic support, deepen strategic partnerships, and advance a mission that is transforming lives—one family and one neighborhood at a time.

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the nation's leading Habitat for Humanity affiliates at a pivotal time in its history. As Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity continues to expand its impact across Northeast Ohio, the Chief External Relations Officer will play a central role in shaping how the organization is seen, supported, and engaged throughout the community.

Reporting directly to the President & CEO and serving as a key member of the executive leadership team, the CERO will have the opportunity to influence organizational strategy while leading an integrated portfolio that includes fundraising, marketing, communications, government affairs, community partnerships, volunteer engagement, and special events. For a collaborative, relationship-driven executive who enjoys building teams, cultivating meaningful partnerships, and creating lasting community impact, this role offers the chance to help shape the next chapter of one of Northeast Ohio's most respected nonprofit organizations.

The Chief External Relations Officer (CERO) serves as a key member of Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity's executive leadership team, partnering closely with the President & CEO and Board of Directors to advance the organization's mission, visibility, and long-term sustainability. This executive leader will provide strategic oversight of fundraising, marketing, communications, government affairs, community engagement, volunteerism, and gift-in-kind partnerships while helping shape the organization's external presence throughout Northeast Ohio.

• Leads Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity’s external communications, partnerships, policy advocacy, and fundraising efforts.
• Collaborates with the executive leadership team to support overall business strategies and objectives.
• Aligns external engagement with strategic objectives by expanding impact, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and navigating external environments effectively.
• Oversees execution of a marketing plan for all branding strategies to promote and enhance Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity’s message to key audiences.
• Creates annual donor-centered strategies to promote and increase the organization’s support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other sources.
• Optimizes the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Leads and manages all aspects of the fundraising program, including major gifts, planned giving, annual fund, capital campaigns, special events, and grant writing.
• Assures organizational compliance with generally accepted fundraising principles, financial reporting requirements, and ethical codes of professional conduct
• Builds and maintains relationships on behalf of the…