Director of Strategy & Impact

This is a senior leadership role responsible for connecting strategy to execution across the organization. Working closely with the Executive Director, you will translate priorities into action - aligning teams, clarifying goals, and driving progress.

A central responsibility of this role is to develop and refine PHA's theories of change and action at both the organizational and program level. You will define how PHA creates impact, what outcomes matter most, and how those outcomes connect to the organization's long-term vision.

You will also lead the development of a clear impact strategy and narrative that strengthens how PHA communicates its work to funders, partners, and the broader community.

This is not a grant writing position. PHA partners with Grant Flow, which leads grant writing, reporting, and prospecting. You will not be responsible for identifying new funding opportunities. Instead, you will work with the Executive Director to pursue opportunities using a strong, aligned impact narrative. Your role is to ensure proposals are grounded in clear outcomes, supported by strong data, and aligned with PHA's priorities.

This role is well suited for someone who is both strategic and practical - someone who can define direction, work across teams, and follow through on the details that drive results.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE (FIRST 90 DAYS)

Days 1-30

• Build relationships with staff, partners, and key stakeholders
• Gain a clear understanding of PHA's programs, funding, and priorities
• Review current impact goals, data practices, and narratives

Days 31-60

• Begin refining PHA's theory of change and identifying key outcomes
• Strengthen coordination with Grant Flow and internal teams
• Identify opportunities to improve how PHA defines and communicates impact

Days 61-90

• Establish clearer organizational outcomes and performance measures
• Improve consistency in how programs define and track success
• Contribute to stronger, more aligned funding proposals and messaging

By the end of the first 90 days, you have brought greater clarity to how PHA defines success

and strengthened alignment across strategy, programs, and funding.

Strategy & Organizational Alignment

• Partner with the Executive Director to refine and implement PHA's strategic direction
• Develop and maintain PHA's theories of change and action to guide organizational priorities
• Translate strategy into clear priorities and measurable outcomes
• Align teams across Housing Resource Line, Program Administration/Special Projects, and Research & Policy
• Ensure day-to-day work reflects organizational priorities and long-term goals
• Identify opportunities to strengthen PHA's role in shaping housing systems, including policy, funding, and service delivery
• Lead the development of a clear and compelling impact narrative

Revenue Strategy & Alignment

• Partner with the Executive Director to pursue institutional funding aligned with PHA's priorities
• Oversee the relationship with Grant Flow, which executes grant writing, reporting, and prospecting
• Shape proposal strategy by defining outcomes, refining messaging, and ensuring alignment with PHA's impact narrative
• Coordinate internal inputs and data needed for strong proposals and reporting
• Support funder relationships through case making, briefings, and storytelling
• Ensure consistency in how PHA presents its impact across funding materials

Impact Measurement & Learning

• Define what success looks like across PHA's work by establishing clear outcomes
• Determine what should be measured and ensure alignment with strategy
• Support staff in implementing practical, consistent approaches to tracking outcomes
• Use external sources and internal program data to identify trends and gaps
• Assess progress and support adjustments to improve results
• Translate data into clear insights for decision-making and external communication
• Support consistent reporting to funders and partners
• Foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement

Core Qualifications

• Experience in strategic leadership, program management, or cross-sector collaboration
• Experience with institutional fundraising, including grant strategy and proposal development
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to turn ideas into clear plans and results
• Proven ability to work across teams and align stakeholders
• High attention to detail and strong follow-through
• Comfort using data to define outcomes and inform decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Experience in affordable housing, community development, or a related field
• Experience working with public sector partners or in policy-related environments
• Experience developing theories of change, outcomes frameworks, or impact strategies

Paid Holidays

• New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day & Friday, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, plus two floating holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Year 1: 14 days
• 1-3 years: 17 days
• 3-5 years: 21 days
• 5-7 years: 24 days
• 7-10 years: 28 days
• 10+ years: 31 days

Health & Insurance

• Health, vision, & dental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Term life insurance

Additional Benefits

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Retirement
• Paid parental leave