HCi Advisory Group (formerly Human Capital Initiatives)
Chief Executive Officer
HCi Advisory Group (formerly Human Capital Initiatives), Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
About The Role
The Chief Executive Officer will provide the overall leadership, strategy, and financial and operational oversight of the agency and its portfolio, reporting directly to the CHA Board of Commissioners. The CEO will work closely in developing and implementing policies and programs with the Board’s Chair, specific Board oversight committees and the Alliance for Cambridge Tenants (ACT), a city-wide organization of CHA residents and voucher participants.
You will also serve as the public face of CHA, building trusted relationships with residents, city leaders, service providers, advocacy groups, and government agencies to foster collaborative solutions that address housing insecurity and improve resident well‑being.
Understanding and successfully implementing the Strategic Plan as well as CHA’s MTW Annual Plan are essential to the CEO’s position and responsibilities. These documents can be found at
https://cambridge-housing.org/strategicplan
What You Will Do Internal Leadership & Operational Excellence
Oversee all internal operations to ensure fiscal integrity, regulatory compliance, and high‑quality service delivery.
Direct financial reporting and audits, maintain effective feedback systems, and ensure departmental performance aligns with board policy, funding requirements, and legal standards.
Lead agency initiatives that promote stability and opportunity for CHA residents.
Build and support a skilled, mission‑driven workforce.
Set performance benchmarks, manage the annual budget process, and provide clear financial and operational reports to the Board of Commissioners.
Resolve program issues, manage sensitive internal matters, and advise the Board on key actions and emerging needs.
External Leadership & Community Impact
Serve as the primary external representative of the agency, championing its mission to expand and preserve affordable housing through innovative financing, sustainable development, and equitable community investment.
relationships with government officials, community leaders, partner organizations, funders, and the public, ensuring broad support for CHA’s initiatives.
Stay ahead of national housing trends and HUD policies, bringing forward best practices and new opportunities to strengthen programs and development efforts.
Lead initiatives to expand transitional and permanent supportive housing, address homelessness, and increase housing options for low‑ and moderate‑income residents.
Guide long‑term financing strategies such as tax credit structures, bond financing, and other tools to support housing development and renovation.
Identify new funding sources, partnerships, and creative subsidy uses to grow CHA’s impact.
Advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to shape policies that advance housing choice, operational flexibility, and economic mobility for CHA residents and program participants.
What CHA Is Looking For We are seeking a seasoned and strategic leader with deep experience in affordable housing, organizational management, development, and community engagement.
Minimum Requirements
Post‑secondary education in an appropriate field, such as Public Administration, is preferred.
A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an executive leadership position at an affordable housing entity or public housing authority.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate effective communication skills, financial and operational expertise, outstanding interpersonal skills, and an unyielding commitment to uplifting and supporting residents and applicants.
Additional Position Information Benefits: CHA offers a generous slate of employee benefits that includes medical, dental, and life insurances, short and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, participation in the City of Cambridge Retirement System, 457b plan, paid time‑off, and paid holidays.
Compensation: The salary range for this position is between $280,000 to $325,000, commensurate with experience.
Location: Cambridge, MA
Position Type: This is an on‑site position; candidates should be a commutable distance to Cambridge, MA, or be willing to relocate for the role.
Application Process If you’re excited to lead transformative change in public housing and have the experience to make a real difference, we want to hear from you.
Individuals interested in being considered for this exceptional leadership opportunity are invited to apply. All applicants must submit a cover letter and resume no later than January 2, 2026, for consideration.
More About CHA CHA is recognized nationally for its progressive approach to affordable housing. Here, you will join a passionate, mission‑aligned team and play a pivotal role in shaping housing policy and practice in Cambridge and beyond.
Now in its 90th year, the Cambridge Housing Authority houses almost 10% of the population of the City of Cambridge through a variety of programs to enhance the lives of its residents and voucher participants. CHA recognizes the importance of strategic planning to ensure the agency remains true to its mission to produce, support, and sustain safe, innovative affordable housing options in communities where residents have access to enriched services and opportunities that promote upward mobility, educational advancement, and civic engagement.
With a staff of over 240 and an annual operating revenue exceeding $225 million and over $75 million in annual capital expenditures, CHA is committed to policy innovation, resident support, and the development of safe, high‑quality affordable housing in one of the nation’s most expensive housing markets.
https://cambridge-housing.org/
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You will also serve as the public face of CHA, building trusted relationships with residents, city leaders, service providers, advocacy groups, and government agencies to foster collaborative solutions that address housing insecurity and improve resident well‑being.
Understanding and successfully implementing the Strategic Plan as well as CHA’s MTW Annual Plan are essential to the CEO’s position and responsibilities. These documents can be found at
https://cambridge-housing.org/strategicplan
What You Will Do Internal Leadership & Operational Excellence
Oversee all internal operations to ensure fiscal integrity, regulatory compliance, and high‑quality service delivery.
Direct financial reporting and audits, maintain effective feedback systems, and ensure departmental performance aligns with board policy, funding requirements, and legal standards.
Lead agency initiatives that promote stability and opportunity for CHA residents.
Build and support a skilled, mission‑driven workforce.
Set performance benchmarks, manage the annual budget process, and provide clear financial and operational reports to the Board of Commissioners.
Resolve program issues, manage sensitive internal matters, and advise the Board on key actions and emerging needs.
External Leadership & Community Impact
Serve as the primary external representative of the agency, championing its mission to expand and preserve affordable housing through innovative financing, sustainable development, and equitable community investment.
relationships with government officials, community leaders, partner organizations, funders, and the public, ensuring broad support for CHA’s initiatives.
Stay ahead of national housing trends and HUD policies, bringing forward best practices and new opportunities to strengthen programs and development efforts.
Lead initiatives to expand transitional and permanent supportive housing, address homelessness, and increase housing options for low‑ and moderate‑income residents.
Guide long‑term financing strategies such as tax credit structures, bond financing, and other tools to support housing development and renovation.
Identify new funding sources, partnerships, and creative subsidy uses to grow CHA’s impact.
Advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to shape policies that advance housing choice, operational flexibility, and economic mobility for CHA residents and program participants.
What CHA Is Looking For We are seeking a seasoned and strategic leader with deep experience in affordable housing, organizational management, development, and community engagement.
Minimum Requirements
Post‑secondary education in an appropriate field, such as Public Administration, is preferred.
A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an executive leadership position at an affordable housing entity or public housing authority.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate effective communication skills, financial and operational expertise, outstanding interpersonal skills, and an unyielding commitment to uplifting and supporting residents and applicants.
Additional Position Information Benefits: CHA offers a generous slate of employee benefits that includes medical, dental, and life insurances, short and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, participation in the City of Cambridge Retirement System, 457b plan, paid time‑off, and paid holidays.
Compensation: The salary range for this position is between $280,000 to $325,000, commensurate with experience.
Location: Cambridge, MA
Position Type: This is an on‑site position; candidates should be a commutable distance to Cambridge, MA, or be willing to relocate for the role.
Application Process If you’re excited to lead transformative change in public housing and have the experience to make a real difference, we want to hear from you.
Individuals interested in being considered for this exceptional leadership opportunity are invited to apply. All applicants must submit a cover letter and resume no later than January 2, 2026, for consideration.
More About CHA CHA is recognized nationally for its progressive approach to affordable housing. Here, you will join a passionate, mission‑aligned team and play a pivotal role in shaping housing policy and practice in Cambridge and beyond.
Now in its 90th year, the Cambridge Housing Authority houses almost 10% of the population of the City of Cambridge through a variety of programs to enhance the lives of its residents and voucher participants. CHA recognizes the importance of strategic planning to ensure the agency remains true to its mission to produce, support, and sustain safe, innovative affordable housing options in communities where residents have access to enriched services and opportunities that promote upward mobility, educational advancement, and civic engagement.
With a staff of over 240 and an annual operating revenue exceeding $225 million and over $75 million in annual capital expenditures, CHA is committed to policy innovation, resident support, and the development of safe, high‑quality affordable housing in one of the nation’s most expensive housing markets.
https://cambridge-housing.org/
#J-18808-Ljbffr