Interim Executive Director

Faith Haven House | Temporary (3–6 months)

Faith Haven House, a transitional living house for men, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Interim Executive Director to provide short-term leadership during a period of transition. This role is responsible for maintaining daily operations, supporting residents, sustaining donors and volunteer engagement, and ensuring continuity of programs and services.

The ideal candidate will bring strong nonprofit leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to quickly build trust with residents, volunteers, donors, and the Board of Directors. Experience in transitional leadership, fundraising, and community-based or faith-based organizations is preferred.

This position is primarily on-site and may require flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends.

To apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
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Join us in continuing the mission of Faith Haven House during this important time of transition

Organization: Faith Haven House

Reports to: Board of Directors

Position Type: Temporary (3–6 months, with potential extension)

Location: Primarily on-site/St. Charles County

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their experience with transitional leadership and nonprofit management.

About Faith Haven House

Faith Haven House is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and structured environment for residents in need. Faith Haven House provides transitional housing for men who do not have housing. During this leadership transition, we are seeking a steady, compassionate, and capable Interim Executive Director to guide operations and maintain continuity.

The Interim Executive Director (Interim ED) provides short-term leadership and operational oversight during a period of transition. This role is focused on maintaining stability across all aspects of the organization:programming, operations, donor engagement, and community relationships—while supporting the Board of Directors.

• Ensure uninterrupted daily operations
• Maintain strong relationships with residents, donors, and volunteers
• Stabilize fundraising efforts and financial visibility
• Support the Board during leadership transition
• Identify immediate operational needs and recommend improvements

• Serve as primary liaison between operations and the Board
• Prepare and submit monthly Director’s Reports
• Collaborate with Board President on meeting agendas
• Support transition planning and documentation
• Provide insight into organizational strengths and opportunities

• Maintain and steward relationships with donors, churches, and partners
• Ensure continuity of donor communication and contributions
• Track and report donor activity and revenue projections
• Participate in donor meetings as needed
• Strengthen donor confidence during transition

• Oversee day-to-day operations and condition of the house
• Address maintenance needs and coordinate repairs
• Secure funding or in-kind donations for essential expenses
• Maintain a consistent and supportive presence with residents

• Ensure continuity of resident programs and support systems
• Meet regularly with residents to monitor progress and well-being
• Support goal setting and accountability
• Uphold a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
• Maintain volunteer schedules and engagement
• Ensure volunteers feel supported and appreciated
• Coordinate volunteer efforts based on organizational needs
• Assist with onboarding new volunteers
• Maintain adequate inventory of essential supplies
• Coordinate with donor groups providing goods
• Communicate timely needs for household items

• Maintain consistent communication through existing platforms
• Share updates, need, and impact stories
• Ensuring messaging reflects stability and mission focus
• Maintain existing fundraising efforts and commitments
• Support scheduled fundraising events
• Assist Board and volunteers with initiatives
• Identify short-term fundraising opportunities…