Director, Faith & Community Partnerships
(Churches, nonprofits, local community groups)
Role Overview
FindABlackAgent.com (FABA) is seeking a Director, Faith & Community Partnerships to support the growth of our platform through trusted, relationship-driven channels—specifically within churches, nonprofits, and local community organizations.
This role is designed for a professional who understands the role that trusted community networks play in major life decisions, including housing transitions, relocation, financial changes, and family milestones.
Unlike traditional sales roles, this position focuses on building community-based relationships, identifying housing needs through trusted networks, and guiding individuals into FABA’s intake and matching system, while helping formalize this vertical into a scalable partnership channel over time.
Why This Role Matters
At FABA, we recognize that many housing decisions are influenced by:
- Trusted community relationships
- Faith-based guidance and support systems
- Life transitions such as marriage, family growth, relocation, or financial change
In many cases, individuals:
- Seek advice from trusted leaders before making housing decisions
- Value relationships over transactional interactions
- Rely on community networks for referrals and support
Churches and community organizations often serve as central hubs of trust and influence.
This role helps FABA:
- Access highly trusted, relationship-driven networks
- Build credibility within communities
- Generate consistent, high-quality housing demand through referrals
Who This Role Partners With
This role focuses on building relationships with organizations and leaders embedded within faith-based and community ecosystems.
Types of Organizations
- Churches and faith-based institutions (e.g., African Methodist Episcopal Church, National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc., Church of God in Christ)
- Nonprofit and community organizations (e.g., NAACP, National Urban League, United Way)
- Local community groups and neighborhood-based organizations
Key Roles Within Organizations
- Pastors and ministry leaders
- Community outreach directors
- Program coordinators and nonprofit leaders
- Faith-based counselors and advisors
- Community organizers and local leaders
Community Environments
- Church services and ministry gatherings
- Community events and outreach programs
- Workshops, seminars, and local initiatives
- Faith-based and nonprofit conferences
How FABA Fits
FABA positions itself as:
- A trusted housing support resource within the community
- A relationship-first platform aligned with community values
- A way to connect individuals with vetted real estate professionals during important life decisions
Key Responsibilities
1. Community Partnership Development
Identify and build relationships with:
- Churches and faith-based organizations
- Nonprofits and community groups
- Local leaders and community influencers
Position FABA as a trusted resource for housing guidance within the community.
2. Relationship-Based Lead Generation
- Engage individuals through trusted community networks
- Identify families and individuals navigating housing decisions
- Introduce FABA as a supportive, vetted solution
- Facilitate warm introductions into FABA’s intake process
3. Partnership Pipeline Management
Maintain an organized pipeline of:
- Community partners
- Active relationships
- Referral opportunities
Track outreach, engagement, and follow-ups to ensure continuity and long-term relationship growth.
4. Follow-Up & Client Experience Support
- Conduct light follow-up with referred individuals
- Ensure they are successfully connected with an agent
- Support a smooth and trusted experience
Serve as a bridge between community partners and individual clients.
5. Insight & Feedback Loop
Share observations such as:
- Common housing challenges within communities
- Trends related to family transitions and relocation
- Community-specific needs and concerns
These insights inform:
- Platform improvements
- Partnership strategy
- Long-term product development
What Success Looks Like
- Established relationships with churches and community organizations
- A steady pipeline of trust-based housing referrals
- High engagement driven by strong community credibility
- Repeat referrals from community leaders and organizations
Ideal Background
- Experience in community leadership, nonprofit work, ministry, or outreach
- Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
- Ability to engage with diverse community groups and leaders
- Organized and comfortable managing partnership pipelines
- Tech-comfortable (Google Drive, spreadsheets, CRM tools)
Work Structure & Flexibility
- Fully flexible, independent (1099) role
- Performance-based with the ability to scale into consistent monthly income
- Designed for relationship-driven execution rather than high-pressure sales
Compensation Structure
Compensation is designed to reward ongoing participation, partnership development, and contribution to channel performance.
Includes:
- Activity-based incentives for qualified intakes submitted
- Participation-based earnings tied to overall revenue generated through the Director’s partnership channel (measured periodically based on revenue received by FABA)
- Performance-based base stipend unlock tied to sustained contribution and growth
Compensation is not tied to individual transactions, but rather to overall channel performance and contribution.
How This Role Contributes to FABA’s Growth
This position expands FABA’s reach by:
- Establishing partnerships within highly trusted community networks
- Generating consistent, relationship-driven housing demand
- Increasing conversion through trust and credibility
- Creating a repeatable, scalable community-based acquisition channel
Over time, this role contributes to a more predictable and relationship-driven pipeline of housing demand, strengthening FABA’s overall growth engine.
Future Growth Opportunity
As FABA expands, this role may evolve into a broader:
Faith & Community Partnerships Program
This initiative may include:
- Formal partnerships with church networks and nonprofit organizations
- Structured community-based referral systems
- Expanded outreach across regional and national organizations
The Director will play a key role in shaping this program and defining how FABA integrates into community ecosystems.
Closing Perspective
This role is not about volume—it is about trust, relationships, and long-term impact.
By connecting individuals through trusted community networks, the Director, Faith & Community Partnerships helps FABA deliver a more supportive and meaningful real estate experience.