Executive Director

About Shepherd's Heart Fellowship
Shepherd's Heart, located in Uptown Pittsburgh, is a compassionate ministry of the Anglican Diocese of Pittsburgh, dedicated to embodying the love of Jesus by serving the poor, addicted, homeless, and marginalized individuals within the city. This unique organization operates both as a church and a faith-based nonprofit, extending help, hope, and the Gospel to those most in need, including veterans. Our two main programs are:

1. Shepherd's Heart Veteran's Home ("House of Hope"): This transitional housing program, in collaboration with the Veterans Administration's Pittsburgh Healthcare System, provides a supportive and structured environment for homeless veterans. The program aims to restore honor and dignity to those who have served our country by offering long-term sheltered transitional bedrooms, acute care bedrooms, case management, and rehabilitation services to veterans who may be struggling with PTSD, substance use issues, mental illness, and disabilities.
2. The Shepherd's Place - Drop-In Center: This welcoming refuge is open every weekday morning, offering a safe space for individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness to enjoy a warm breakfast and attend to their laundry needs. A short Morning Prayer service is also held, providing a moment of reflection and spiritual nourishment. While temporarily closed (reopening in July), the Drop-In Center serves as a vital point of contact, connecting those in need with essential resources and compassionate support.

The Opportunity
Shepherd's Heart Fellowship is seeking a dedicated and purposeful Executive Director to lead and oversee all aspects of the organization's mission and operations. The Executive Director will be responsible for the strategic direction, financial stability, program development, and community engagement of Shepherd's Heart, ensuring its continued impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals in Pittsburgh. This is a unique opportunity to serve within a Christian ministry focused on outreach to the homeless and veteran communities.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Leadership and Vision: Provide strong spiritual and organizational leadership, embodying Christian values and principles in all aspects of the role. Develop and articulate a clear vision for the future of Shepherd's Heart, consistent with its mission and values.
• Program Oversight and Development: Oversee the effective management and evaluation of current programs, including the Veteran's Home and Drop-in Center. Identify and develop new programs and initiatives to address the evolving needs of the homeless and veteran populations in Pittsburgh.
• Financial Management: Ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organization through sound fiscal management, budget development, and proactive financial oversight. 
• Fundraising and Resource Development: Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan for Shepherd’s Heart, targeting the private sector, individuals, government, and philanthropic organizations. Cultivate relationships with donors, churches, and community partners to secure financial support. Aggressively seek out new funding sources and innovative ideas to drive revenue growth.
• Staff and Volunteer Management: Recruit, lead, and develop a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who are committed to the mission of Shepherd's Heart. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment rooted in Christian fellowship.
• Community Engagement and Advocacy: Represent Shepherd's Heart in the community, building strong relationships with partner organizations, government agencies, and community leaders. Advocate for the needs of the homeless and veteran populations. Serve as the principal spokesperson for the organization among key community stakeholders to increase visibility, credibility, and mission awareness.
• Board/Vestry Relations: Work closely with the Vestry (Shepherd’s Heart’s version of a Board of Directors), providing regular updates on organizational performance, and collaborating on strategic initiatives and policy decisions.
• Compliance and Legal Matters: Ensure the organization operates in compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.

What you’ll need

• A Strong Christian Faith: A deep and active Christian faith with a commitment to the mission and values of Shepherd's Heart Fellowship.
• Executive Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a leadership role within a non-profit organization, ministry, or related field, including prior experience as an executive director, operations head, or philanthropy professional overseeing a >$1M operating budget.
• Non-profit Financial Understanding and Ownership: A solid understanding of non-profit financial basics, including budgeting and financial oversight, with the ability to proactively take ownership of the organization's financial health and sustainability.
• Fundraising and Resource Development Skills: Proven success in developing and implementing fundraising plans targeting diverse sources (private sector, individuals, government, philanthropy). Track record of cultivating donor relationships and proactively securing new funding.
• Relationship Building and Communication Proficiency: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to cultivate relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with Homeless and/or Veteran Communities: Demonstrated experience working with or serving homeless individuals and/or veterans, with a strong understanding of their challenges and needs.
• Team Leadership and Management Skills: Proven ability to effectively lead, manage, and motivate staff and volunteers. Experience in recruiting, developing, and evaluating teams, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment rooted in Christian fellowship.
• To Be a Community Convener: A relationship-oriented leader who excels at convening community partners, fostering a shared vision, and empowering collaborative initiatives.
• To Be Resourceful and Adaptable: Ease in navigating ambiguity and rapid change, with a positive attitude and the ability to identify creative solutions while managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Empathy and Collaboration: Strong emotional intelligence enabling connection and understanding with diverse stakeholders, fostering effective and personable communication at all levels.

Compensation and Location
The starting compensation for this full-time, salaried position is a non-negotiable annual salary of $120,000. To ensure equity across all candidates, we are unable to negotiate salary.

At this time, Shepherd's Heart Fellowship does not offer formal benefits. While it is possible that benefits may be offered in the future under the new Executive Director's leadership, they are not offered at the time of hire.

Due to the nature and ownership of this role, the position will require significant evening and weekend work. However, there is considerable flexibility available during standard weekday business hours. Living within a close commuting distance of Uptown Pittsburgh is strongly advised.


The Application Process
Shepherd's Heart has engaged Equitable Hiring Group to support this hiring process. To apply, please complete the short form to the right. 

Please submit your application by Tuesday, July 22nd. Our simple process makes it easy to apply early!

To ensure an equitable review, we ask that you remove the names of the schools you attended (both undergraduate and graduate) from your resume. Please retain the degree itself. For example, instead of "Duquense University - B.A. Economics," simply list "B.A. Economics."

The overall evaluation process will look to follow this anticipated timeline:

• Late July: Selected candidates will be asked to complete a short answer questionnaire. 
• Late July: Selected candidates will participate in a phone interview with Equitable Hiring Group. 
• Early August: Selected candidates will participate in a Zoom interview with select Shepard’s Heart Leadership
• Early August: Selected candidates will be asked to complete a paid, timed trial project. 
• Mid-August: Selected candidates will be invited for an in-person meet & greet and Panel Interview.
• Late August: Offer extended.

If you have any questions about the opportunity, please email [email protected].