Program Director for Europe

Náplň práce, právomoci a zodpovednosti:

About the role:

Around the world, access to safe and decent shelter remains a fundamental human right—and across Europe, the challenge of building sustainable, equitable housing systems has never been more urgent. At Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI), we are driving transformative change to ensure everyone has a safe place to call home. To drive this regional impact, we are seeking a Program Director for Europe. In this regional leadership role, you will drive systemic impact across four core pillars: strategic portfolio leadership, technical and program quality, people and network leadership, and resource mobilization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Portfolio Leadership

* Develop, operationalize, and update the Europe Program Strategy in alignment with global and regional priorities.

* Translate strategy into clear multi-year objectives, delivery plans, resource allocations, and impact targets.

* Conduct regular portfolio reviews to scale, adapt, or exit programs and partnerships, ensuring focus on Habitat’s core comparative advantages.

Technical Quality, Innovation & Systems Change

* Position HFHI as a thought-and-practice leader across priority housing areas (e.g., energy efficiency, social rental, adaptive reuse, Roma housing, and displacement response).

* Lead and mentor a team of Subject Matter Experts (technical advisors) to drive evidence-based interventions.

* Oversee technical standards, quality assurance, and integrated approaches linking housing with climate, policy, finance, and social inclusion.

Team Leadership & People Development

* Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing, multidisciplinary Europe program team.

* Provide matrix leadership for cross-functional staff and foster a culture of trust, accountability, inclusion, and continuous learning.

* Manage capacity allocation across proposal design, technical support, and strategic initiatives.

Network Collaboration & Governance

* Build strong strategic relationships with National Organizations (NOs), Global Foundations, and leadership boards.

* Represent and chair HFHI on National Organization Boards of Directors.

* Support country entities in strategic alignment, technical assistance, and capacity assessments while respecting local governance.

Program Development & Resource Mobilization

* Build a robust pipeline of scalable, fundable programs aligned with regional priorities.

* Lead the development of multi-country funding packages, concepts and consortium opportunities for EU institutions, development banks, foundations, and bilateral donors in close partnership with Resource Development.

External Positioning & Influence

* Represent Habitat’s programmatic interests with EU institutions, governments, development banks, and housing networks.

* Translate program evidence into policy recommendations, annual engagement packages, and active coalition leadership.

Area Leadership & Operations

* Serve as an active member of the Europe & Middle East Area Leadership Team, contributing to organizational strategy, budgeting, and talent management.

* Act on behalf of the Senior Director for Programs when delegated.

Zamestnanecké výhody, benefity:

* Work-Life balance: 40 hours a week with Alternative Work Schedule providing some degree of flexibility on how long, where, and when you work.

* Meal vouchers: 8,50 € per day fully compensated by the employer.

* Transportation, internet, and cell phone allowance (starting from 82€ monthly)

* Monthly contribution to DDS in the amount of 6% of the gross salary

* Medical benefit-membership at ProCare or annual credit for medical expenses (starting from 430 €)

* Multisport card or Up Déjeuner benefit credit (monthly contribution of 11€)

* Relocation bonus

* Employee recognition portal

* Extra personal days off and sick days

* Training and professional development opportunities

* Opportunity to work for an International NGO contributing to eliminating poverty around the world and positively impacting millions of people annually

* Being part of a truly international environment – working with colleagues from various parts of the world

Informácie o výberovom konaní:
Please send your CV and Cover letter in English via our career website: https://habitat.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Bratislava-Slovakia/Program-Director-for-Europe_JR103615-1

Požiadavky na zamestnanca:

We are looking for an innovative leader with:

* Proven track record as a housing expert with deep operational and conceptual knowledge of regional housing challenges

* Familiarity with EU funding programs (such as LIFE and Horizon Europe)

* In-depth understanding of European development finance institutions 

* Extensive experience in managing and leading multicultural teams.

* Fluency in English is required; proficiency in at least one other major European language (e.g., French, German, Spanish) is highly desirable.

* Strong understanding of the political, economic, and social landscape of Europe.

* Ability to travel extensively within Europe and to the global headquarters as required.

* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

* Active support of HFHI 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: HFHI 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