Head of Development, Humanities

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville

Development Manager

The Development Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and growing a portfolio of 75 – 100 current and prospective faith partners, corporate sponsors and individuals to support Habitat’s work in Davidson and Wilson Counties. The position serves as a key ambassador for Habitat for Humanity, fostering long-term partnerships that increase donor retention, revenue growth, and community impact. Prioritize the ongoing cultivation of strong, meaningful relationships with donors, sponsors, congregations, and community partners to sustain long-term engagement and support.

Lead efforts to solicit financial gifts from faith organizations in support of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville.

Identify, cultivate, and secure build sponsorships from organizations, congregations, foundations and individuals in support of the builds in Wilson County.

Work collaboratively with volunteer leadership of the Unity Build Committee and the Methodist Build Committee to ensure the continuation of collaborative, community builds like Unity Build, Methodist Build and other faith build committees which may be created in the future by leading fundraising and congregation engagement.

Lead the Community Advisory Council in Wilson County and Community Advisory Councils which may be created in the future. Identify and recruit community leaders to serve as members, Hold monthly meetings to ensure they are active and engaged in being ambassadors for Habitat and contributing to the success of fundraising events.

Serve as spokesperson representing Habitat for Humanity to other organizations and in the public as a part of the agency.

Ensure data integrity of Salesforce by entering actions accurately and in a timely manner to monitor and report on the progress of sponsorship and fundraising efforts.

Serve as an advocate for the ReStore by building relationships with donors, engaging shoppers as supporters of the mission, and recruiting and stewarding volunteers to strengthen community awareness, participation, and long-term support.

Execute administrative duties related to this position.

Participate at the build site to welcome and integrate sponsors and volunteers

Represent Habitat for Humanity at appropriate community and professional organization events

Regularly exhibits a willingness and enthusiasm to assist with projects, special events, and planning within the development team or elsewhere within the agency upon request.

Ensure that all Habitat for Humanity Policies and Guidelines are followed.

Participate in all staff training events

This includes but is not limited house sponsorship funding, special event funding, large gift solicitation and general donations, grant identification and fulfillment, and lot funding not covered by central office grants.

Must have the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously in a timely manner.

Be the visible face of Habitat in the community(s) and ensure a positive image and connection to influencers and financial supporters in the community(s).

Minimum of 3 years’ work experience required; non-profit, volunteer management and development experience strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Proven experience in securing sponsorships and soliciting financial gifts with the ability to develop and execute effective fundraising strategies.

Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Strong work and business ethics are required with e xcellent communication, organizational and project management skills

Must enjoy serving others, be a team player, able to handle multiple tasks efficiently, be self-motivated, detail oriented and able to work well with a diverse group of individuals.

Must have the ability and desire to work respectfully with people of all cultures, languages, national origins, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, classes, immigration statuses, sexual orientations, gender identity and expressions, ages, mental or physical abilities, and other diversity factors. Must have computer skills including Microsoft Teams and Salesforce

The ability and willingness to work both Saturday and Sunday when required on the build site, as well as some weekend and nighttime coordination visiting sponsors.

Health insurance

Life insurance

Health Savings Account