Executive Director

About Renovation Alliance

Since 1999, Renovation Alliance has been dedicated to rebuilding safe and healthy homes for neighbors in need in the Roanoke Valley area. Our mission is to mobilize community compassion and skilled labor to provide free, critical home repairs for homeowners living on limited incomes with a focus on older adults, individuals with disabilities, and single adult households with children. By coordinating volunteers and professional contractors, we transform nearly 100 homes annually to restore dignity and peace-of-mind, preserve existing affordable housing, create opportunities for neighbors to age-in-place, and revitalize communities.

The Role

The Executive Director (ED) serves as the visionary leader and primary face of the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for the overall strategic direction, financial health, and operational success of Renovation Alliance. This includes leading fundraising efforts, managing a dedicated staff, and fostering deep community partnerships to expand our impact.

Key Responsibilities

• • Strategic Leadership & Vision: Develop and implement a long-range strategic plan for the organization.
  • Fundraising & Development: Spearhead diversified revenue streams, including grant writing, individual donor cultivation, and signature events like "Renovation Celebration".
  • Operations & Program Oversight: Effectively participate as one-third of RA’s
  • leadership triad (along with the Director of Operations and Director of Construction) to ensure operational excellence within RA’s programs.
  • Community Engagement & Communication: Serve as the chief spokesperson, building relationships with local governments, corporate sponsors, and faith-based organizations to recruit partners, increase awareness of RA and its mission, and secure funding.
  • Financial Management: Oversee the annual budget and cultivate financial stability. Work alongside the Director of Operations to ensure rigorous financial reporting and compliance.

Candidate Profile

The Ideal Leader

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader who can see the big picture, setting a clear direction and inspiring others to follow it. They are an effective fundraiser with a proven ability to cultivate relationships, steward donors, and confidently make the ask. This individual brings strong prioritization and follow-through systems, ensuring commitments are met and organizational momentum stays strong. They are also a confident and compelling public communicator who can represent Renovation Alliance with clarity, warmth, and credibility.

Temperament & Style

The ideal temperament for this role is someone who is level-headed and calm under pressure, with a grounded, steady presence who brings clarity rather than urgency to complex situations. They embody servant leadership, showing humility, empathy, and a genuine desire to support and empower others. At the same time, they are willing and able to challenge assumptions, decisions, or behaviors when necessary for the sake of the mission and the health of the organization. This individual is naturally encouraging and motivating, fostering a positive, team-centered culture where people feel valued, energized, and supported in doing their best work.

Qualifications

• • Experience: Proven leadership in a nonprofit or business management role. Strongest candidates will bring meaningful experience in business or for-profit leadership, demonstrating an ability to think strategically, manage operations, and drive results.
  • Fundraising Track Record: A proven track record in fundraising, including cultivating donors, securing financial support, and stewarding long-term relationships.
  • Board Experience: Direct experience working with nonprofit boards, either in reporting to a board as a senior leader or serving on one themselves, is required.
  • Passion for Mission: A deep commitment to housing as a basic human right and a desire to serve vulnerable populations.
  • Licensing: Valid driver’s license is required for travel across the service area.

Compensation & Benefits

• • Annual Salary: $55,000 – $62,000.
  • Healthcare Stipend: Monthly allowance to assist with health insurance costs.
  • Generous Leave Policy: Significant paid time off to support work-life balance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their leadership experience and interest in our mission.

Hiring Schedule

February 2, 2026 – March 3, 2026: Position posted

March 4, 2026 – March 6, 2026: Search Committee reviews applicants and schedules interviews

March 9, 2026 – March 13, 2026: Initial interviews held via Zoom. Initial interviews will last appx. 45 minutes.

March 16, 2026 – March 20, 2026: Finalists selected, reference checks completed

March 23, 2026 – March 25, 2026: Final interviews. Finalists selected will be invited for in-person interviews with Search Committee members and RA team members to be held at the Renovation Alliance office in Roanoke, VA. Final interviews will last appx. 1 hour.

March 25, 2026 - April 1, 2026: Offer made to selected candidate

Healthcare Stipend: Monthly allowance to assist with health insurance costs.

Generous Leave Policy: Significant paid time off to support work-life balance.