Housing Development Manager (Community Development Manager)

OUR ORGANIZATION: As a subsidiary of Kinexus Group, a $15 million Southwest Michigan-based non-profit, Market One has principal

Responsibilities

for economic and community development throughout Cass and Van Buren Counties. We connect people, investments, and organizations with strategies and services that improve the quality of life and economic conditions in our region, specifically Cass and Van Buren Counties. Our Cass and Van Buren County staff focuses on developing strategies that will allow our communities to thrive by addressing needs related to workforce, community, and business development.

We work collaboratively with regional organizations to maximize economic growth. Market One, as previously mentioned, is part of the Kineuxs Group family of organizations. Kinexus Group, recognized as one of Nonprofit Times 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2026 Best Nonprofits to Work For, is a cutting-edge community development organization with growing initiatives to create an economically thriving Michigan.

We are change agents who create solutions for business, workforce, and community challenges to promote economic vitality. While this position is part of and reports to Market One, this position is employed by Kinexus Group. OUR DESIRED OUTCOMES: Reporting to the Community Development Director of Market One, the Community Development Manager will hold a pivotal position responsible for leading: The development, implementation, and evaluation of grant programs and specialty service lines to meet the needs of the communities and businesses.

Specifically, this role will focus on Market One’s housing development program. Strategic grant development, compliance oversight, and effective administration in support of both internal and external community development initiatives. Proactive facilitation and leadership of community meetings are integral to the success of development initiatives.

Proficient project management with strategic vision and strong communication skills to foster community development in Cass and Van Buren counties. This role will exercise professional judgment, analyze problems, make decisions, recommend solutions, and independently lead projects. Develop a strong relationship with funders at the state, regional and federal levels, in order to drive funding opportunities back to Cass and Van Buren counties.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU: Develop and monitor budgets, project plans, and resource allocation for grant programs for Market One, communities and businesses. Meet with state and federal department officials to build understanding of programming, develop strategic relationships, and advocate for projects in Cass and Van Buren Counties. Partner with Market One team members to represent the organization to external constituency groups, including community, governmental, and private organizations.

Function as primary regional catalyst for community development by effectively connecting municipal and private sector partners with diverse funding opportunities that cultivate vibrant communities and drive economic prosperity. Lead, Plan, organize, and operate initiatives, programs, and services to address economic and community development needs in alignment with the mission of Market One.

Requirements

, and laws. Provide technical support for municipal and private sector partners’ pursuit of grant funds in alignment with organizational strategic priorities. This can include writing, reviewing, or advising on internal and external grant applications to maximize application competitiveness Work with finance and compliance teams to ensure budgetary alignment for active programs and projects.

All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

: Bachelor’s degree in business, nonprofit management, community development, planning, political science, or public administration or equivalent co