Habitat for Humanity International (“HFHI”) is a non-profit faith based organisation dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and homelessness worldwide and to making adequate, affordable shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat for Humanity is founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, decent, affordable place to live in dignity and safety. HFH Bangladesh is currently looking for interested and qualified candidates for the following position.

Position: Head of Program (Based in Dhaka)

Responsibilities:

Operational Management:

• Lead activities relating to the planning, implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of HFHB programs in accordance with HFHI’s strategy and standards
• Collaboratively develop strategic and operational plans for the program department, including development of the annual program plan and the annual budget, and maintaining a risk register
• Establish proper coordination, communication and monitoring to ensure successful implementation of projects in accordance with the mission principles, policies, procedures and guideline of the organization
• Oversee the implementation of all programs/projects
• In consultation with the National Director and Human Resources, lead the recruitment, on boarding, performance management and career development of program staff. Ensure diverse representation within the team.
• Organize and attend weekly departmental meetings to maintain effective communication
• Ensure effective procurement in programs, and adherence to Habitat procurement policies.
• Coordinate closely with the finance department and the Asia Pacific Finance team to ensure detailed, consistent, accurate and timely reporting of expenditures and project projections; this includes donor financial reporting.

Program Design and Resource Development

• Work closely with the resource development team to develop strong, innovative project proposals to increase funding opportunities and to scale and maximize impact.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to formulate effective new ideas and innovative strategies for product development, project & program development, or partnership opportunities, in alignment with the HFHB’s Strategy and Business Plan (SBP)
• Maintain strong networks with sector leaders and donors, particularly with the Institutional donors to pre-position HFHB for upcoming funding opportunities.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning and Reporting:

• Support the development of program evaluation strategies and frameworks to assess the strengths of the program and to identify areas for improvement
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of high-quality reports to Habitat entities, donors and its relevant partners
• Ensure effective accountability to beneficiary systems are in place and inform program design and implementation
• Proactively coordinate with Asia Pacific area office MEAL team to ensure learning from HFHB programs is incorporated into Habitat International practices, and that MEAL systems for programs align with organizational standards.

Coordination

• Assist the National Director in representing HFHB with external constituency groups, including community, governmental, and non-government organizations
• Foster strategic relationships with influential stakeholders that improve HFHB programming, such as BUET, etc.
• Ensure that program teams maintain collaborative relationships with relevant stakeholders at their level (e.g. cluster sub-hubs, local government)
• Proactively coordinate with the Asia Pacific area office Housing and Human Settlements and Programs teams.

Leadership

• Lead, inspire and motivate program staff, fostering a culture of accountability, humility, courage, stewardship, learning, collaboration and teamwork.
• Provide effective and inspiring leadership, direction, motivation and stewardship to program staff to cultivate a team culture and develop future leaders
• Participate as member of SMT, providing strategic and programmatic analysis and feedback ensuring decisions for the organization in achieving organizational mission
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements:

• The ideal person should be a responsible, detail oriented, strategic thinker with Graduate of Civil Engineering/ Architecture or Master’s Degree preferably in Development Studies/Social Science/ Economics/Statistics/ Geography or relevant field of study from a recognized university;
• 10 + Years’ experience in Management role of Development sector is mandatory.
• Extensive experience working with Institutional donors and/or managing projects funded by Institutional donors
• Experience in related field i.e. engineering, construction, housing and human settlements, management, disaster risk reduction and response, community developments, etc.
• Ability to perform strategic planning including setting organizational objectives, overseeing competitive analysis, strategy communication and opportunity recognition in the corporate or non-profit sector
• Ability to design and coordinate detailed business planning that defines the implementation of strategic plans through a given period of time, with clearly defined metrics and outcomes
• Results-driven with highly developed interpersonal skills, excellent oral presentation and written skills in both English and Bangladeshi Language 
• Able to work effectively in cross-cultural settings; can support, negotiate and cooperate with those of other cultures
• Fundamental understanding on low-cost housing technology
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Well-developed understanding of project management cycle including proposal development, implementation and monitoring
• Excellent reporting writing skills
• Excellent presentation and analytical skills
• Demonstrated leadership and decision making skills;
• High moral character with integrity and honesty;
• Stewardship of resources, transparency and accountability
• Well-developed understanding of project management cycle including proposal development, implementation and monitoring

Salary: Approximately Taka 150,000 to 170.000 gross salary per month (negotiable based on competency of selected candidate) with all other regular benefits as per organizational policy.

If you feel that your qualification and experience match with our requirements, and you share a commitment to Habitat’s values and vision, please forward completed HFHB’s Job Application Form along with the CV and cover letter to hr@habitatbangladesh.org by 4:30pm of November 15, 2022.  Please download the Job Application Form. Please note the application form is required to be completed in full and that incomplete applications will not be considered. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

* Our organization is committed to promote equal opportunities for women and men from different caste, ethnic and religious backgrounds and encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply for all our positions.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview. Telephone enquiries or any form of persuasion will lead to disqualification.