Associate Director - Programs

Job Description

Title: Associate Director - Programs

Company Name: Habitat for Humanity International

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Tk. 180000 - 220000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 10 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Development Agency

• A Master's degree in Development Studies, Urban Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering; Social Sciences; Public Policy, International Development, Business Administration; or other relevant disciplines.

• Additional professional qualifications or specialized training in program management, housing, urban development, climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, MEAL or related fields will be an advantage.

• 10 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Development Agency

Experience

• Minimum 10–12 years of progressively responsible experience in international development, humanitarian or development programming, housing, urban development, community development, or a related field.

• At least 7 years of senior-level program leadership or management experience, including oversight of multidisciplinary teams and complex, multi-project or multi-location portfolios.

• Demonstrated experience in strategic program planning, design, implementation, quality assurance, performance monitoring, and results-based management.

• Proven experience in proposal development, donor engagement, resource mobilization, and strategic partnership development.

• Strong experience in MEAL, evidence-based decision-making, adaptive management, and organizational learning.

• Demonstrated ability to build and manage partnerships with government institutions, donors, NGOs, academia, the private sector, and other development stakeholders.

• Experience in housing, urban resilience, climate-resilient housing, WASH, disaster risk reduction, or related sectors will be an added advantage.

Proficiency, Competency and Skill
The successful candidate should demonstrate strong capability in:

• Strategic Leadership: Ability to translate organizational strategy into actionable plans, measurable results, and strategic priorities.

• Program and Portfolio Management: Strong ability to oversee multiple programs, manage competing priorities, and ensure quality, timely delivery, and accountability.

• Program Quality and Technical Oversight: Ability to strengthen technical standards, identify quality gaps, and promote continuous improvement and innovation.

• MEAL and Evidence-Based Decision-Making: Ability to use data, evidence, and learning to improve program effectiveness and inform strategic decisions.

• Resource Mobilization and Program Development: Ability to identify funding opportunities and lead the development of competitive, results-oriented proposals.

• Partnership Building and Influence: Strong stakeholder engagement, networking, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.

• People Leadership and Team Development: Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, coach and mentor staff, manage performance, and foster an inclusive, collaborative, and accountable work environment.

• Communication and Representation: Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, facilitation, and negotiation skills in both English and Bangla.

• Adaptive Leadership and Problem-Solving: Ability to navigate change, manage ambiguity, address complex challenges, and deliver results in resource-constrained environments.

• Integrity and Accountability: Demonstrates high ethical standards, transparency, sound judgment, responsible stewardship, and commitment to Habitat for Humanity’s mission, values, and safeguarding principles.

Habitat for Humanity International Bangladesh (HFHI-B), a branch of Habitat for Humanity International, began its operations in 1999. Since then, HFHI-B has been dedicated to building prosperous and resilient communities by ensuring that everyone has access to a decent, safe, and affordable place to call home. To date, HFHI-B has supported over 45,000 families across 20 districts through more than 80 projects, often delivering affordable and climate-resilient housing solutions to marginalized communities. In addition, 2,233 volunteers have partnered with families to help build homes and hope. Currently, HFHI-B operates in Dhaka, Cox’s Bazar, and Satkhira districts. Globally, Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1976 as a grassroots movement and has grown into a leading nonprofit organization working in more than 70 countries. Guided by the vision that everyone deserves a decent place to live, Habitat continues to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. HFHI-B is currently looking for interested and qualified candidates for the following position: Associate Director - Programs
Works location: National Office, Dhaka
Expected starting date: Immediate
Reports to: National Director
Type of contract: Full-time employment
Duration: Till 30th June 2028 (extendable based on performance and fund availability)
Open to: Bangladeshi Nationals only
Main responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership and SBP Implementation: Lead the implementation of HFHI-B’s Strategic Business Plan (SBP), translating strategic priorities into annual program plans, implementation roadmaps, measurable deliverables, and performance monitoring mechanisms.

• Program Planning and Quality Assurance: Oversee program planning, portfolio management, implementation, budget utilization, quality assurance, and reporting to ensure alignment with organizational priorities, donor commitments, and applicable standards.

• MEAL, MIS and Organizational Learning: Provide strategic leadership for Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL), strengthen Management Information Systems (MIS), ensure data quality, and promote evidence-based decision-making, learning, and adaptive program management.

• Technical Quality and Capacity Development: Strengthen technical quality and organizational capacity in housing, urban resilience, climate-resilient housing, and safe and healthy homes, working closely with technical teams and partners to promote innovation and good practices.

• Advocacy, Partnerships and External Engagement: Lead and coordinate advocacy initiatives and policy engagement, strengthen partnerships with government, development partners, NGOs, academia, and the private sector, and represent HFHI-B in relevant housing and urban development platforms.

• Program Development and Resource Mobilization: Lead or contribute to the development of concept notes, proposals, program designs, results frameworks, and funding opportunities in collaboration with Resource Development and other relevant functions.

• People Leadership and Team Development: Lead and develop a high-performing Program Department through effective performance management, coaching, mentoring, capacity development, collaboration, and promotion of an inclusive and accountable organizational culture.

• Governance, Risk and Compliance: Ensure program compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, safeguarding, GEDSI, accountability mechanisms, and applicable Bangladesh laws and regulations. Identify and mitigate programmatic risks and ensure timely corrective action.

• Cross-Functional Coordination and External Representation: Work closely with the National Director, Senior Management Team, regional leadership, and relevant departments to strengthen organizational effectiveness, program delivery, strategic partnerships, and external representation.

Active support, role modelling, and adherence to the Habitat for Humanity’s Values and Safeguarding Commitment

Habitat for Humanity’s Values:

• Humility - We are part of something bigger than ourselves.

• Courage - We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.

• Accountability - We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.

Safeguarding Commitment: HFHI-B requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

• The expected salary range for the position is BDT 180,000–220,000 per month. In addition, the selected candidate will be entitled to other applicable benefits, including Provident Fund (PF), Gratuity Fund (GF), festival bonuses, insurance coverage, and other benefits in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable labour laws of Bangladesh.