Executive Director
| Organization | Community Partners for Affordable Housing |
| Date Posted | August 20, 2026 |
| City | Portland |
| State | Oregon |
| Location | Hybrid |
| Type of Position | Full-Time |
| Primary Job Function | Executive Leadership |
| Secondary Job Function | Other |
| Salary Range | $160,000 – $167,000 annually |
Description & Details
Job Title: Executive Director
Reports To: Board of Directors
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Location: Hybrid, Onsite 3 Days/Week
Salary Range: $160,000 – $167,000
Position Summary
Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH) was founded to address the
urgent need for safe, stable, and affordable housing in our region. Guided by a deep
commitment to equity, resident voice, and long-term community impact, CPAH
develops and preserves affordable housing and provides supportive services that
strengthen lives and neighborhoods.
The Executive Director (ED) provides visionary and strategic leadership to advance
this mission. They are responsible for overseeing the development and
implementation of CPAH’s Strategic Framework and aligning all organizational
efforts with its core values and long-term vision. The ED also oversees CPAH’s
programs, including its affordable housing development and resident service
programs; cultivates cross-sector partnerships; and ensures strong financial and
operational health.
As CPAH’s primary ambassador, the ED represents the organization in policy
conversations, public forums, and community collaborations. They work closely with
the Board of Directors to set and implement strategy, strengthen governance, and
position CPAH as a leader in affordable housing, resident and supportive services,
and community development.
Additionally, the ED oversees grant strategy, organizational sustainability, and
workforce development, ensuring CPAH is powered by a skilled, mission-driven, and
equity-focused team. The ED reports directly to the Board of Directors.
Essential Functions
● Vision and Planning – Lead the strategic direction of CPAH, ensuring
alignment with the organization's mission, vision, and values. Work with the
Board of Directors to develop long-term and short-term goals, track agencywide outcomes, and adapt strategies to meet evolving community needs.
● Community Engagement, Advocacy, and Resource Development –
Strengthen CPAH’s role as a community leader by building and maintaining
relationships with government agencies, housing advocates, nonprofit
partners, and residents. Represent CPAH in local and regional policy
discussions and housing coalitions. Oversee fundraising strategies, including
donor cultivation, corporate and foundation partnerships, and individual
giving campaigns. Ensure CPAH’s communications, outreach efforts, and
public messaging reflect the organization's mission and priorities.
● Housing Development and Asset Management -Work in partnership with
the Housing Director to provide strategic leadership on housing development
and asset management initiatives. Support project planning, assess new
development opportunities, help navigate agreements, and collaborate with
internal and external partners, including developers, property managers, and
service providers, to advance CPAH’s housing goals.
● Services Program Oversight and Grant Management – Work in partnership
with the Director of Programs to ensure the development, sustainability, and
effectiveness of CPAH’s resident services and homeless services programs. Set
goals, expand impact, and integrate trauma-informed, culturally responsive
best practices. Lead grant strategy, including identifying funding
opportunities, overseeing grant proposals, and ensuring compliance with
reporting and funder expectations.
● Finance and Operational Oversight – Work in partnership with Board
Finance Committee and finance staff to maintain CPAH’s financial health.
Review financial reports, manage budgets, and ensure responsible
stewardship of resources. Provide strategic oversight of housing development
and asset management, ensuring CPAH’s properties remain financially viable
and well-maintained.
● Organizational Leadership and Board Engagement – Serve as the primary
liaison between the Board of Directors and staff, providing transparent
reporting and engaging board members in CPAH’s work. Support board
development, including recruitment, orientation, and leveraging board
expertise for strategic initiatives. Support leadership development and
meaningful, inclusive engagement specifically for resident Board Members.
● Workforce Strategy and Development – Provide high-level oversight of
CPAH’s staffing strategy, ensuring the organization attracts, retains, and
develops a diverse and skilled workforce. Support leadership in fostering a
healthy workplace culture, ensuring equitable policies, and championing
professional development opportunities for staff.
● Other duties as assigned by the Board.
Qualifications
Required
● Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education,
lived experience, and professional background.
● Minimum of 5 years of leadership, management, or supervisory experience in
a nonprofit organization or mission-driven government agency.
● Experience with diverse communities and a strong commitment to diversity,
equity, inclusion, belonging, and justice (DEIBJ) principles in leadership,
program development, and organizational culture.
● Financial acumen, including experience in budget development, financial
reporting, and resource stewardship.
● Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, developing staff, and
cultivating an inclusive and engaged workplace culture.
● Ability to organize, plan, and implement initiatives that advance CPAH’s
mission and strategic goals.
● Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a wide range of
stakeholders, including government agencies, funders, and community
partners.
Preferred
• Master’s degree.
• Strong knowledge of affordable housing, real estate development, and
community development practices is highly preferred.
• Experience administering, providing, or collaborating with human services
programs.
• Proven ability to work effectively with a volunteer Board of Directors and
committees, fostering collaboration and strategic alignment.
• Experience in fundraising, grant oversight, and donor relations
Application Instructions
How to Submit an Application
Please send a cover letter and chronological resume to our recruitment consultant,
Kathy Kniep, at kathy@kathykniep.com, by September 14, 2026. Note that the process
for reviewing applications begins immediately.
In your cover letter, please include an
answer to the following question, supplying a one- or two-paragraph answer:
How have you led equity advancement in the workplace?
▪ An email acknowledgement will be sent to all applicants within three business days. If
you do not receive an acknowledgment within that timeframe, please contact Kathy
Kniep: kathy@kathykniep.com / 503-309-3433.
▪ All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
▪ The position will remain open until filled.
▪ Not sure if you should apply? Please call Kathy Kniep with questions: 503-309-4433.