Lead a Relational Pathway out of Poverty Economic Empowerment Director

Common Heart•Indian Trail, NC

9d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Common Heart is seeking an Economic Empowerment Director to lead a deeply relational, community-centered pathway that helps families move from crisis to stability. Over the past several years, this initiative has grown into a network of staff, coaches, Allies, volunteers, and partners serving more than 100 families each year through Getting Ahead, Life Coaching, Emergency Savings Incentives, Stability & Growth workshops, and our Economic Empowerment Allies program . We are looking for a leader who will honor what has been built and help it continue to grow . The Director provides leadership for all of Common Heart’s Bridges Out of Poverty–based Economic Empowerment programs , supervising a team of four staff , working closely with volunteers and community partners, and ensuring families experience consistent, respectful, and empowering support . This is not a start-from-scratch role. It is a stewardship role — walking alongside an established team and hundreds of neighbors as they build stronger futures.

Requirements

3+ years leading or managing a human services, coaching, education, or nonprofit program
3+ years working directly with families facing financial hardship
3+ years supervising staff
Experience working with volunteers and community partners
Alignment with Common Heart’s values of Intentional Kindness, Active Engagement, Initiative, Collaboration, and Servant Leadership
Bachelor’s degree required
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Background check, references, and drug screening required
Flexible schedule (some evenings)

Nice To Haves

Bridges Out of Poverty / Getting Ahead experience strongly preferred
Lived Experience of poverty a plus
Strong organization, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to remain calm, grounded, and respectful in difficult situations

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate Common Heart’s Economic Empowerment programs
Supervise and support a team of 4 staff
Guide Getting Ahead, Coaching, ESIP, Stability & Growth, and community workshops
Recruit and work with volunteers and community partners
Track participant progress and program outcomes
Serve as part of Common Heart’s leadership team