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  • Manager – Program Effectiveness

    Manager – Program Effectiveness

    It’s an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) in Africa! Habitat has recently centered its operations for Africa in Nairobi as part of its Global Impact 2025 initiative. This is a dramatic change initiative aimed at tripling our scale, impact and funding by 2025. As part of our rapidly growing regional team, you will be a critical member in helping Habitat realize that vision.

    The Africa hub manages Habitat’s operations across the region, including Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Malawi. Nairobi provides access to some of the largest institutions and organizations shaping eastern Africa today. The Africa team plays a pivotal role in building Habitat’s brand in the market and helping elevate housing as a critical part of the solution to the complex challenges facing this region.

    We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

    About The Role

    This is anticipated to be a two-year role. The Manager of Program Effectiveness reports directly to the Sr. Director, Africa Hub and cross-functionally to the Sr. Director, International Operations. The manager will contribute to the overall strategic direction for Africa. As a member of the regional leadership team the manager will contribute to the installation of the regional hub ensuring that the hub is well-positioned to deliver quality programming that is accountable to the communities that we serve. The manager will also contribute to business development efforts by supporting the development of proposals. A key component of this proposal development support is to facilitate program design processes in accordance with Habitat programmatic guidance.

    The Manager of Program Effectiveness will also help ensure quality and accountability to the communities that we serve in our programming by championing the development of MEAL capacity in the hub and ensuring MEAL is built into programs. The Manager of Program Effectiveness will supervise the Sr. MEAL Specialist and support that person as they implement the MEAL strategy for the region. The Manager of Program Effectiveness and Sr. MEAL Specialist will work collaboratively to build out MEAL systems for the hub.

    As part of our efforts to deliver quality programs the Manager of Program Effectiveness will also provide technical research support in the region. Habitat seeks to undertake programs that conduct meaningful analysis of the housing ecosystems we operate in, and this will require strong research. We also wish to ensure that our programs are driven by evidence and responsive to evidence and the Manger of Program Effectiveness will help generate, capture, and curate that evidence. Habitat intends to capture both the intended and unintended effects of our programs and research will be required for us to establish this.

    JOB LOCATION & TRAVEL: Nairobi, Kenya. Travel up to 30% within Africa.

    Key Responsibilities

    Regional Strategy & Hub Installation

    Support the development of programmatic strategy at regional and national levels within the Hub.
    Support data collection and analysis efforts to inform strategic framing and decision making.
    Contribute to ongoing efforts to review and refine the operational and programmatic strategy for the Hub.

    Business Development & Proposal support

    Facilitate program design processes to ensure quality proposals are developed.
    Support program/project design and proposal writing including the development of theory of change, logframe design, MEAL plan and budget development.
    Support proposal review for overall quality of program design, adequate budgeting for MEAL and community accountability mechanisms, and supporting research for overall design.

    MEAL Strategy & Technical Support

    Lead the development of a regional MEAL strategy to build capacity in the hub.
    Support the Sr. MEAL specialist in successfully delivering against the MEAL strategy.
    Ensure MEAL is adequately built into proposals.
    Ensure accountability to beneficiaries is built into program design and that robust mechanisms are in place on the ground.
    Be an active member of Habitat’s global MEAL Leadership Team, contributing 30% of time to global MEAL efforts coordinated by HFHI’s Global MEAL Manager.

    Research Technical Support

    Conduct research to support robust analysis of the housing ecosystems we deliver programs in.
    Conduct research to ensure program designs are adequately informed by evidence and build processes to ensure programs are responsive to evidence.
    Conduct research or manage consultants that are conducting research that helps Habitat better understand and capture the effects of our programs on the communities that we serve.

    Capacity Development

    Together with the MEAL Sr. Specialist, conduct MEAL and program design trainings in line with global MEAL plan.
    Ensure training materials developed by MEAL Sr. Specialist are of high quality.

    Requirements

    Master’s degree in a related field.
    Experience supporting strategic planning processes.
    Experience supporting projects related to the implementation of Global Impact 2025 and awareness of the overall intent and strategy driving the development of the regional hub operating model.
    Experience with change management processes.
    Strong project management experience required.
    Demonstrated experience with business development and proposal writing.
    Solid understanding of monitoring, evaluation, accountability to affected populations.
    Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of research and evaluation methodologies, standards and practices (preferably in relation to human / social development or housing and human settlement).
    Demonstrated experience with qualitative/quantitative data analysis.
    High degree of computer literacy, proficient user of MS office.
    Familiarity with statistical packages, qualitative data analysis software and IT applications to support MEAL and knowledge management.
    Adult training and facilitation skills required.
    Strong experience building buy in and collaborating across a federated network.
    Active support of HFHI Values & Commitments:

    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.

    Apply via :

    www.habitat.org

  • Manager – Program Effectiveness

    Manager – Program Effectiveness

    We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live. www.habitat.org

    ABOUT THE ROLE:
    This is anticipated to be a two-year role. The Manager of Program Effectiveness reports directly to the Sr. Director, Africa Hub and cross-functionally to the Sr. Director, International Operations. The manager will contribute to the overall strategic direction for Africa. As a member of the regional leadership team the manager will contribute to the installation of the regional hub ensuring that the hub is well-positioned to deliver quality programming that is accountable to the communities that we serve. The manager will also contribute to business development efforts by supporting the development of proposals. A key component of this proposal development support is to facilitate program design processes in accordance with Habitat programmatic guidance.
    The Manager of Program Effectiveness will also help ensure quality and accountability to the communities that we serve in our programming by championing the development of MEAL capacity in the hub and ensuring MEAL is built into programs. The Manager of Program Effectiveness will supervise the Sr. MEAL Specialist and support that person as they implement the MEAL strategy for the region. The Manager of Program Effectiveness and Sr. MEAL Specialist will work collaboratively to build out MEAL systems for the hub.
    As part of our efforts to deliver quality programs the Manager of Program Effectiveness will also provide technical research support in the region. Habitat seeks to undertake programs that conduct meaningful analysis of the housing ecosystems we operate in, and this will require strong research. We also wish to ensure that our programs are driven by evidence and responsive to evidence and the Manger of Program Effectiveness will help generate, capture, and curate that evidence. Habitat intends to capture both the intended and unintended effects of our programs and research will be required for us to establish this.
    JOB LOCATION & TRAVEL: Nairobi, Kenya. Travel up to 30% within Africa.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Regional Strategy & Hub Installation

    Support the development of programmatic strategy at regional and national levels within the Hub.
    Support data collection and analysis efforts to inform strategic framing and decision making.
    Contribute to ongoing efforts to review and refine the operational and programmatic strategy for the Hub.
    Business Development & Proposal support
    Facilitate program design processes to ensure quality proposals are developed.
    Support program/project design and proposal writing including the development of theory of change, logframe design, MEAL plan and budget development.
    Support proposal review for overall quality of program design, adequate budgeting for MEAL and community accountability mechanisms, and supporting research for overall design.

    MEAL Strategy & Technical Support

    Lead the development of a regional MEAL strategy to build capacity in the hub.
    Support the Sr. MEAL specialist in successfully delivering against the MEAL strategy.
    Ensure MEAL is adequately built into proposals.
    Ensure accountability to beneficiaries is built into program design and that robust mechanisms are in place on the ground.
    Be an active member of Habitat’s global MEAL Leadership Team, contributing 30% of time to global MEAL efforts coordinated by HFHI’s Global MEAL Manager.

    Research Technical Support

    Conduct research to support robust analysis of the housing ecosystems we deliver programs in.
    Conduct research to ensure program designs are adequately informed by evidence and build processes to ensure programs are responsive to evidence.
    Conduct research or manage consultants that are conducting research that helps Habitat better understand and capture the effects of our programs on the communities that we serve.

    Capacity Development

    Together with the MEAL Sr. Specialist, conduct MEAL and program design trainings in line with global MEAL plan.
    Ensure training materials developed by MEAL Sr. Specialist are of high quality.

    REQUIREMENTS:

    Master’s degree in a related field.
    Experience supporting strategic planning processes.
    Experience supporting projects related to the implementation of Global Impact 2025 and awareness of the overall intent and strategy driving the development of the regional hub operating model.
    Experience with change management processes.
    Strong project management experience required.
    Demonstrated experience with business development and proposal writing.
    Solid understanding of monitoring, evaluation, accountability to affected populations.
    Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of research and evaluation methodologies, standards and practices (preferably in relation to human / social development or housing and human settlement).
    Demonstrated experience with qualitative/quantitative data analysis.
    High degree of computer literacy, proficient user of MS office.
    Familiarity with statistical packages, qualitative data analysis software and IT applications to support MEAL and knowledge management.
    Adult training and facilitation skills required.
    Strong experience building buy in and collaborating across a federated network.

    Active support of HFHI Values & Commitments:

    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.

    Apply via :

    www.habitat.org

  • Consultant-Healthy Housing Norms and Practices

    Consultant-Healthy Housing Norms and Practices

    The Construction Practices Programme
    Construction practices and especially those that foster effectiveness, efficiency, durability, quality and ultimately cost saving are key to the attainment of quality incremental housing construction among owner driven housing projects in Kenya. The Construction Practices programme seeks to trigger, consolidate and/or facilitate efforts, understanding, practices and learning on construction practices that include value engineering: optimizing value by increasing efficiency while reducing cost of production (the latter day “lean manufacturing”), building capacity of materials innovators, developers and owner driven contractors and labourers and to document understanding of existing and emerging construction practices that contribute to quality affordable housing in real economic terms for incremental housing, inter alia.
    Given the impact of COVID 19 and the global call to ‘shelter in place’, the programme will also contribute to the discourse of Health and the built environment. According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, housing quality refers to the physical condition of a house as well as the quality of the social and physical environment in which the house is located. In line with this the Terwilliger Centre is now also programming around interventions that address Healthy Housing through vector proofing practices as shelter plays a role in the fight against vector-borne diseases.
    *Vector-proof housing practices:** The Terwilliger Center is partnering with key stakeholders in promoting the development and adoption of healthy housing practices, starting with those aimed at keeping vectors out of houses. In this case, the focus is on demonstrating how the built environment can play a role in vector control and by extension, vector-borne diseases. Housing design elements like roofs, eaves, ceilings, floors, doors and windows and other maintenance practices in and around the house closely correlate with vector entry into the house and will be key in this intervention. Overall, this intervention will focus on identifying and facilitating housing practices that build out vectors and ultimately contribute to the reduction of vector-borne diseases like Malaria, jiggers, etc. by improving the design and construction of a typical low-income home.
    Purpose and Objectives of the Assessment Study
    The Terwilliger Center acknowledges that in Kenya, households have been facing the challenge of vectors and over the years have developed coping mechanisms to keep these vectors out of their houses. The Terwilliger Center therefore wishes to conduct a situation analysis aimed at understanding different vector proofing knowledge and practices in use by households, their effectiveness, and the underlying norms and attitudes that underpin them. The purpose of the exercise is to generate information on the status of vector proofing within the larger Western region (Western and Nyanza) and the coastal region.
    Specific objectives

    Assess the status of vector proofing within the 2 counties, current practices, knowledge, attitudes and opportunities,
    Analyse and document key drivers of the practices,
    Identify key stakeholders (those within Malaria control and prevention) within the two target counties and areas of common interest, potential synergy and partnership on vector proofed housing interventions,
    Identify existing structures, community and otherwise, that can be leveraged to drive interest on vector proofing using the built environment,
    Analyse and identify key policies that could impede and/or encourage these practices

    Task and responsibilities
    The consultant will lead the study and will be responsible for ensuring integrity of the data and its completion within the agreed upon timeframe and following ethical guidelines for data collection and reporting. This will include;

    An inception report elaborating the study methodology,
    Preparation of the research design including sampling,
    Supervise and co-ordinate the data collection process,
    Data analysis

    Deliverables

    A detailed report outlining the methodology used, presenting the findings with their interpretations, and discussing the strengths, limitations, and implications,
    Detailed stakeholder mapping report covering the relevant stakeholders working within the housing and health sector.
    Provide an electronic version of the raw data collected from the field survey/assessment

    Duration
    This study will be done in 8 weeks, including submission of final report
    Experience and qualification
    HFH East Africa and the Terwilliger Center is seeking qualified consultants/firm to undertake the study. The Lead consultant should,

    Have at least a master’s degree in Architecture, Construction, Civil engineering, environmental science or any other relevant field
    Have minimum 10 years demonstrated experience in qualitative and/or mixed methods research,
    Experience in aggregating analysis that informs market-based interventions and strategies,
    Demonstrable experience and knowledge working with a wide range of stakeholders in public and private sector, and preferably
    Demonstrable understanding of the public health sector and experience working with low income households

    Submission
    Interested parties should submit the following:

    A maximum 5 pages technical proposal clearly outlining understanding of the terms of reference, methodology, duration and the technical team,
    A detailed financial proposal, and
    Profile/resume of the lead expert

    Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Written proposal (technical and financial) including CVs of key personnel should be sent to HFH-EA by 26th March 2021, via email on EMEANairobiInfo@habitat.org with subject line: HOUSING AND HEALTH

    Apply via :

    EMEANairobiInfo@habitat.org

  • Associate Director of Finance

    Associate Director of Finance

    It’s an exciting time to be part of Habitat for Humanity International, HFHI, in East Africa! Habitat has recently centered its operations for East Africa in Nairobi as part of its Global Impact 2025 initiative. This is a dramatic change initiative aimed at tripling our scale, impact and funding by 2025. As part of our rapidly growing regional team, you will be a critical member in helping Habitat realize that vision.
    The East Africa hub manages Habitat’s operations across the region, including Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Malawi. Nairobi provides access to some of the largest institutions and organizations shaping eastern Africa today. The East Africa team plays a pivotal role in building Habitat’s brand in the market and helping elevate housing as a critical part of the solution to the complex challenges facing this region.
    We are looking for candidates who are driven, resourceful and want desperately to help as many families as possible build strength and stability through housing. We want people who are uncompromisingly committed to Habitat for Humanity’s vision and core values of courage (to do what’s right), accountability (to take personal responsibility for the mission and our actions) and humility (to remember that we are part of something bigger than ourselves). Together, we will achieve a world where everyone has a decent place to live. www.habitat.org
    ABOUT THE ROLE:
    We are currently seeking a talented finance and grants professional for the role of Associate Director of Finance for our East Africa hub. Reporting to the Director of Finance for Europe, Middle East, & Africa, and cross-functionally reporting to the Senior Hub Director, this position will have responsibility for financial management of the East Africa hub and projects implemented directly by both the hub and national organizations.
    This position will be based at our office in Nairobi, Kenya and travel up to 30%.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Business Development (10%)

    Support the “go / no go” process for new opportunities including the evaluation of financial management capacity at regional, national and project levels, implications on match funding requirements and multi-year financial health of the entities involved
    Support budgeting and planning efforts for new bids including template development, budget reviews and workforce deployment/planning to allow for adequate capacity in the field and full cost-recovery
    Perform financial management activities for grants implemented in the region (50%)
    Monitor financial performance against approved budget and deliverables
    Develop and manage a consolidated grants schedule for the East Africa hub and individual East Africa countries
    Coordinate financial reporting with partners and sub-grantees
    Ensure compliance with donors’ requirements including procurement procedures
    Ensure proper coding and timely recording and reporting
    Perform desktop/onsite monitoring of financial and grant compliance
    Support Grant Compliance and Donor Reporting (GCDR) function in donor reporting
    Perform donor reporting for grants not managed by GCDR
    Engage external project audits required by donors
    Support internal audits of the grants
    Participate in the capacity assessment, selection and engagement process of external implementing partners and lead firms
    Review financial terms and budgets of sub-grant agreements
    Review and approve the financial reports from sub-grantees and other external implementing partners
    Provide capacity building of sub-grantees and external implementing partners related to donors’ requirements

    Talent Management and Capacity Building (5%)

    Manage the East Africa hub finance and administration team including performance management, job planning, coaching and day to day oversight in line with Habitat standards
    Support the recruitment and selection of key financial management talent at national and project levels

    Finance and Office Operations of East Africa hub (35%)

    Provide overall management of East Africa hub financial operations
    Ensure compliant local reporting
    Ensure compliance with local tax legislation (corporate tax, VAT, WHT, PAYE)
    Draft the annual financial statements of East Africa hub
    Plan and coordinate the annual external audit of East Africa hub
    Coordinate the internal audit of East Africa hub
    Oversee East Africa hub procurement process, ensure compliance with organizational procurement policy
    Oversee implementation of internal financial controls and procedures including time cards, contractor management, inventory management, etc.
    Oversee office operations and related administrative staff
    Support the Senior Hub Director and the overall Europe, Middle East, & Africa finance department in planning and budgeting efforts for annual and multi-annual planning including project-based budgeting, pipeline evaluation and match funding requirements at country, regional and area office levels

    KEY REQUIREMENTS:

    Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field
    6-8 years of related finance experience, preferably with an INGO or international development organization
    Grant management and experience with large institutional donor funding (e.g., USAID, DFID, World Bank, EU)
    Robust knowledge of the East African and broader sub-Saharan African context
    Experience with budget preparation/compilation
    Strong technical/system skills including enterprise scale accounting packages (Sun, SAP, Navision or equivalent), advanced Excel and designing financial reports
    Fluency in English

    Active support of HFHI values and commitments:
    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.

    Apply via :

    www.habitat.org

  • Director – Human Resources, East Africa Hub Director – Program Operations, East Africa Hub

    Director – Human Resources, East Africa Hub Director – Program Operations, East Africa Hub

    We are seeking a Director – Human Resources to represent the needs of the East Africa hub in Habitat’s evolving global talent strategy and support efforts to align systems and HR operations with this new operating model. Reporting to the Regional Human Resources Business Partner Director, the Director – HR serves a dual function, overseeing HR operational support for HFHI and national organization operations in Sub-Saharan Africa, and serving as a critical strategic partner in the development and implementation of our Sub-Saharan Africa talent strategy. The Director – HR will also support risk management, business development and broader capacity building efforts in the Habitat network.

    JOB LOCATION AND TRAVEL: Nairobi, Kenya. Up to 20% travel both domestically and internationally.

    Key Responsibilities

    Talent Strategy

    Lead the development and adoption of an African talent strategy focused on building a blended workforce of employees and project-based staff in line with the overall vision of the East Africa Hub including the definition of a competitive employee value proposition, the infrastructure to support the hub leadership and a strong retention and development strategy for staff.
    Support the design of Habitat’s global people strategy including contributions to discussions on overall structure, general HR strategy, compensation policies, philosophy, and supporting systems.

    HR Operations

    Oversee the execution of HR operational processes for hub staff, including payroll, performance management, onboarding and end of service.
    Support the start-up of large projects within the network with a focus on building project teams quickly, integrating project staff and adapting local systems, procedures and policies in line with grant requirements (may require deployments to regional project sites).

    Business Development

    Support the design of project teams and overall integration planning for project teams within broader national organization structures.
    Provide leadership for the recruitment of proposal-winning technical staff in the proposal development process and preparation of CVs for the proposal itself.
    Support to the Go/No Go process and evaluation of national organization capability to handle additional HR needs required for successful execution of new funding opportunities.

    Risk Management and Compliance

    Collaborate with the HR Business Partner on the identification and resolution of employee conflict or need for disciplinary action in accordance with local labor laws.
    Conduct periodic audits of local HR practice in national organizations and work with local teams to resolve any findings.
    Ensure on-time and accurate submission of any statutory reporting required for HFHI operations within the hub.
    Support capacity building efforts for network HR resources to ensure HR needs are met in the field.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in HR management, organizational psychology or related field.
    8+ years of related international HR work experience, preferably with INGOs or international development organizations.
    3+ years of hands-on HR audit and workforce planning experience.
    Robust knowledge of the East African and broader sub-Saharan African contexts.
    Experience managing employee relations.
    Experience with budget preparation/compilation.
    In-depth experience in compensation and benefit management.
    Fluency in English, working knowledge of French preferred.
    Experience with and knowledge of:
    HR legislation within Africa.
    Dispute resolution mechanisms.
    HR policies and procedures.
    Staffing processes and procedures.
    Compensation interpretation.
    Job leveling.
    Ability to travel up to 20%.
    Active support of HFHI values and commitments:
    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.

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  • Director – Human Resources, East Africa Hub Director – Program Operations, East Africa Hub

    Director – Human Resources, East Africa Hub Director – Program Operations, East Africa Hub

    We are seeking a Director – Human Resources to represent the needs of the East Africa hub in Habitat’s evolving global talent strategy and support efforts to align systems and HR operations with this new operating model. Reporting to the Regional Human Resources Business Partner Director, the Director – HR serves a dual function, overseeing HR operational support for HFHI and national organization operations in Sub-Saharan Africa, and serving as a critical strategic partner in the development and implementation of our Sub-Saharan Africa talent strategy. The Director – HR will also support risk management, business development and broader capacity building efforts in the Habitat network.

    JOB LOCATION AND TRAVEL: Nairobi, Kenya. Up to 20% travel both domestically and internationally.

    Key Responsibilities

    Talent Strategy

    Lead the development and adoption of an African talent strategy focused on building a blended workforce of employees and project-based staff in line with the overall vision of the East Africa Hub including the definition of a competitive employee value proposition, the infrastructure to support the hub leadership and a strong retention and development strategy for staff.
    Support the design of Habitat’s global people strategy including contributions to discussions on overall structure, general HR strategy, compensation policies, philosophy, and supporting systems.

    HR Operations

    Oversee the execution of HR operational processes for hub staff, including payroll, performance management, onboarding and end of service.
    Support the start-up of large projects within the network with a focus on building project teams quickly, integrating project staff and adapting local systems, procedures and policies in line with grant requirements (may require deployments to regional project sites).

    Business Development

    Support the design of project teams and overall integration planning for project teams within broader national organization structures.
    Provide leadership for the recruitment of proposal-winning technical staff in the proposal development process and preparation of CVs for the proposal itself.
    Support to the Go/No Go process and evaluation of national organization capability to handle additional HR needs required for successful execution of new funding opportunities.

    Risk Management and Compliance

    Collaborate with the HR Business Partner on the identification and resolution of employee conflict or need for disciplinary action in accordance with local labor laws.
    Conduct periodic audits of local HR practice in national organizations and work with local teams to resolve any findings.
    Ensure on-time and accurate submission of any statutory reporting required for HFHI operations within the hub.
    Support capacity building efforts for network HR resources to ensure HR needs are met in the field.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in HR management, organizational psychology or related field.
    8+ years of related international HR work experience, preferably with INGOs or international development organizations.
    3+ years of hands-on HR audit and workforce planning experience.
    Robust knowledge of the East African and broader sub-Saharan African contexts.
    Experience managing employee relations.
    Experience with budget preparation/compilation.
    In-depth experience in compensation and benefit management.
    Fluency in English, working knowledge of French preferred.
    Experience with and knowledge of:
    HR legislation within Africa.
    Dispute resolution mechanisms.
    HR policies and procedures.
    Staffing processes and procedures.
    Compensation interpretation.
    Job leveling.
    Ability to travel up to 20%.
    Active support of HFHI values and commitments:
    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.

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  • Corporate Development Officer

    Corporate Development Officer

    Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate and Cause Marketing Partnerships, the Corporate Development Officer (CDO) is responsible for developing national and global corporate partnerships in support of HFHI’s mission. The CDO will work closely with development leadership and key HFHI program stakeholders to maximize fundraising opportunities primarily through strategic partnership with Fortune 500 companies and other major corporations headquartered primarily on the west coast and other regions, as assigned. The CDO will manage a portfolio of prospects representing a revenue range from $5-$10 million.

    Key Responsibilities

    Strategic Planning

    Create a market development/sales strategy for assigned territory.
    Define account-specific strategies that deepen partner engagement with Habitat and foster mutually-beneficial, sustainable, mission-centered partnerships.
    Implement effective strategies to position HFHI for short and long-term revenue growth including the diversification of the partner industry portfolio and comprehensive solicitations across multiple funding channels (i.e., programmatic grants, gift in kind, cause related marketing, workplace giving/employee engagement, event sponsorship).

    Prospect Management and Solicitation

    Maintain an adequate pipeline of potential partnerships in assigned territory through systematic and ongoing prospecting activities; proactively pursue business networking opportunities and establish relationships with business leaders in major metropolitan areas to seek qualified leads.
    Qualify prospects and design effective partnership programs based upon knowledge of partner business and CSR objectives and alignment with Habitat funding priorities.
    Collaborate with HFHI leadership to develop relationships with key stakeholders at multiple levels across partner organizations.
    Develop comprehensive solicitation plans that outline stakeholder involvement and strategic approach for cultivation and solicitation of partner commitment.
    Develop and deliver creative and powerful presentations and proposals for corporate partnership opportunities; ensure organizational leadership involved in pitch are briefed and prepared for meetings.
    Negotiate deal terms and collaborate with HFHI legal and finance teams to ensure compliance.

    Partner Stewardship

    Function as primary HFHI contact for key partnerships and prospects throughout the territory.
    Transition day-to-day project management of partnership activation to corporate Partner Implementation Manager; collaborate closely to ensure 100% partner satisfaction through thoughtful stewardship and best-in-class customer service.
    Maintain and expand existing corporate partner relationships through on-going communication and solicitation as appropriate; ensure timely renewals and continued partnership growth YOY.
    Leverage opportunities for high-touch stewardship such as invitations to HFHI events and executive-led volunteer experiences, customized stewardship reports, etc.

    Collaboration

    Establish strong relationships with HFH affiliate CEOs/Executive Directors and resource development teams as well as HFHI regional staff; lead the collaborative development efforts among Habitat for Humanity entities and alliances within the assigned geographic territory.
    Provide leadership and training as appropriate to affiliate and regional staff regarding major account development.
    Identify opportunities to share prospects with HFHI resource development colleagues and local Habitat affiliates, as appropriate.

    Reporting & Analysis

    Provide accurate activity and pipeline reports including revenue and expense forecasts as required.
    Maintain current prospect and partner records in donor management system.

    Minimum Requirements

    Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
    Years of Related Experience: Minimum 3 years
    Ability to secure complex, six-and seven-figure multiyear commitments from Fortune 500 companies.
    Outstanding oral and written communication skills with excellent interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills.
    Highly collaborative.
    Strong attention to detail/organizational skills.
    Solution-oriented with commitment to delivering excellent internal and external customer service.
    Ability to complete multiple projects concurrently while balancing competing priorities; ability to meet deadlines.
    Ability to effectively manage HFHI resources including travel expenses.
    Computer literate; able to use word-processing, spreadsheet, database and project software.
    Complex problem solving will require structured thinking.
    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

    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 particular 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.

    Preferred

    Working knowledge of principles of corporate social responsibility, cause marketing, employee engagement and sponsorship preferred.
    Working knowledge of BBEC and Team Approach preferred.
    Knowledge of and passion for Habitat’s worldwide mission preferred.

  • Housing Consumer Behavior Change Specialist

    Housing Consumer Behavior Change Specialist

    The Terwilliger Centre for Innovation (TCIS) programme in Kenya works to attract investors and catalytic firms to innovate, develop and take up market functions for sustained uptake of the same among the low-income households constructing or improving their homes incrementally. The nature of low-income market segments is expected to be thin and dysfunctional (e.g., very few market actors, exhibiting crowding of non-commercial providers hence ineffective demand or lack of purchasing power from the target communities). Barriers to uptake include perceptions, norms, knowledge and understanding of both the households and the market actors.
    Your role:
    Located in Nairobi Kenya, as a Housing Consumer Behavior Change Specialist,** you will lead the Housing Consumer Behaviour Change work of TCIS in Kenya. This will include identifying and working with partners on multiple strategies to address knowledge, uptake and use of available and emerging housing solutions and products for incremental housing in Kenya. The Program will intersect all the subsystems (current and pipeline) of the TCIS program in Kenya.
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    Lead overall development of the Housing Consumer Behaviour Change (HCBC) Programme in Kenya,
    Develop and manage relationships with relevant partners and stakeholder to ensure successful execution of the program,
    Identify, co-design and lead relevant housing consumer housing education through appropriate media with relevant market actors to support firms to innovate and adapt their housing service and product offerings to incremental builders and trigger uptake of the same by households,
    Identify, design and execute targeted Human Centred Design (HCD) with relevant partners,
    Support, develop and execute creative print and electronic content towards supporting uptake of adequate housing products and services based on identified gaps and needs for systemic market transformation,
    Apply business analytics to understand adequate housing consumer motivations including but not limited to gathering relevant data as well as identifying trends or identifying areas of need that aren’t currently met and designing appropriate HCBC type interventions,
    Working with the communications team, ensure appropriate footage and coverage of key events that contribute to learning and program visibility including ensuring appropriate branding and communication materials for events and ongoing work in adequate housing for the TCIS program, and Habitat for Humanity in general,
    Develop evidence based technical briefs to guide policy conversations and interventions in as far as requisite consumer behaviour change on adequate housing,
    Working closely with the MEAL Specialist, evaluate the impact of the program on the uptake of adequate housing services and products in Kenya and distil and communicate trends to guide intersecting programs. Lead monitoring and evaluation of the HCBC work and ensure data is periodically captured and analyzed and report on progress and requisite technical and budgetary alignments,
    Facilitate internal learning activities based on feedback from the programs and industry,
    Collaborate with Terwilliger Centre’s regional teams in Asia Pacific and Latin America to share emerging good practices and foster organizational learning,
    Represent Habitat for Humanity and TCIS in industry gatherings and conferences as required.

    Education & Experience:

    Undergraduate degree from an accredited university with a major in behaviour analysis, Market research, Statistics, or Mass Communication.
    3-5 years’ experience in business and market analytics and execution of Consumer programs,
    Experience drafting and executing comprehensive communication plans incorporating a variety of communication tactics to support development objectives,
    Experience writing and managing content for a variety of media including digital and social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.), video scripts and storyboarding and print e.g., case studies, blogs, factsheets/briefings, opinion pieces etc. Knowledge of graphic design and photo/video editing software is an added advantage,
    Experience and knowledge in adaptive management is an added advantage
    Capabilities & Technical Competencies:
    Entrepreneurial, persuasive and agile
    Excellent written and verbal English communication skills; fluency in Kiswahili is an added advantage
    Ability to work proactively with teams to anticipate and identify learning and results occurring in the field and develop messaging around those
    Ability to work independently as well as build relationships across a variety of internal and external stakeholders
    Willing to travel up to 50% of the time internationally and domestically.

  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation Manager

    Entrepreneurship and Innovation Manager

    Your role:
    Located in Nairobi Kenya, as an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Manager in the Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (TCIS) department ,** you will lead, deliver and support interventions in developing and testing new/improved products and services along with new business models in as far as affordable housing in Kenya. Ultimately, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Manager will work with entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems in affordable housing to ensure Habitat for Humanity’s works in low income housing is developed and expanded. This will include working with accelerators to identify, nurture and accelerate start-ups and early stage companies that are developing shelter solutions for low-income households, linking in with Habitat for Humanity’s shelter Venture fund, entrepreneurs, investors, business mentors, academic institutions, government, regulatory bodies, external consultants and the regional team. This role will interface with other TCIS initiatives in Kenya and the region in terms of supporting and or drawing out a pipeline of innovations.
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    Lead the development of the Kenya Venture Lab concept including working with the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, developing and managing relationships with accelerators, investors, academia, and other market actors.
    Identify and work with other entrepreneurship ecosystems and accelerators to influence uptake and adaption of shelter as a thematic focus.
    Build and maintain a pipeline of early stage companies focused shelter-related technologies for TCIS programs and the Shelter Venture fund.
    Identify relevant investors and business mentors to nurture start-ups and early stage enterprises as they grow to venture-backed companies in shelter.
    Support the due diligence and assessment of entrepreneurs and startups and develop proposals for the Shelter Venture Fund investment committee and other ecosystem investors where applicable.
    Liaise with relevant academic institutions conducting research into areas related to shelter e.g., technologies, business acceleration, impact investing etc., to support Habitat for Humanity’s work
    Assist in the research, strategy and planning of housing market systems and entrepreneurship programs.
    Identify, develop, mentor and support junior staff members in entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem programming.
    Lead monitoring and evaluation of the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem work and ensure data is periodically captured and analyzed and report on progress and requisite technical and budgetary alignments.
    Facilitate internal learning activities based on feedback from the programs
    Collaborate with Terwilliger Center’s regional teams in Asia Pacific and Latin America to share emerging good practices and foster organizational learning.

    Education & Experience:

    Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering or related field, MBA is a plus.
    10 years relevant experience in business, social entrepreneurship, international development, housing, finance or similar field with progressively increasing responsibility.
    Significant experience working with accelerators, incubators, impact investors, venture capital firms in in the region, including knowledge of the accelerator ecosystem, and evidence of network of relationships.
    Experience founding or leading a start-up in an emerging market context is an added advantage.
    Capabilities & Technical Competencies:
    Entrepreneurial, persuasive and agile
    Strong inter-personal skills
    Quality and results oriented
    Consultative and communication skills
    Knowledge of the affordable housing sector or construction technologies is a plus
    Proposal development, Project Management, Monitoring and evaluation, Planning and budgeting, Team development and management.
    Willing to travel up to 50% of the time internationally and domestically.

  • Construction Practices Specialist

    Construction Practices Specialist

    Background
    For the past two years, Habitat for Humanity International in Kenya has been engaging stakeholders in the affordable housing market system, to facilitate efforts to drive housing quality up and housing costs down, taking into account the social and community aspects of housing in Kenya. The aim is to stimulate inclusive housing markets while generating expanded benefits to low income households in a sustainable manner. A market systems development[1] approach that focuses on systemic change with the key objective of stimulating the low-cost housing market system to innovate and replicate promising practices on a sustainable basis is the main thrust of interventions. This approach ensures partnering with key actors to identify impediments and opportunities in the subsystems of the low-cost housing market; and facilitating initiatives that strengthen competitiveness of private and public sector actors through market-based initiatives. By adopting the market systems development approach focus is maintained on low cost housing services and products with the potential to be developed in an equitable and inclusive manner through the market leverage. The approach further ensures that efforts are driven with and through the private sector and other market-based actors where anchor/lead firms/catalytic companies are evident and strengthened to lead systems change even beyond the programme intervention.
    The Construction Practices Specialist
    Construction practices are key to the attainment of affordable housing for low income households. Key to this context are practices that foster effectiveness, efficiency, durability, quality and ultimately cost saving for low income households. Towards this end, the TCIS programme seeks to contract a construction Practices specialist on consultancy services for 12 months effective 2nd December 2019.
    The specialist will support efforts, understanding, practices and learning on construction practices. This will include but not limited to value engineering: optimizing value by increasing efficiency while reducing cost of production ( the latter day “lean manufacturing”), building capacity of developers and owner driven contractors, document understanding of existing and emerging construction practices that contribute to affordable housing in real economic terms for low income households, inter alia. The specialist will among other working methods engage with professionals in the construction industry for early shaping and uptake of building practices using industry standards. This will also include fostering of an understanding of social norms, practices and attitudes that underpin construction practices in Kenya.
    Scope of work

    Conduct initial sector specific assessments and make expert technical recommendations for appropriate activities related to/and or contributing to comprehensive housing practices operations in Kenya,
    Conduct or support studies to examine market conditions for building materials (new innovations in housing construction, alternative building materials),
    Serve as the interface between Market Systems and Housing and Human Settlements (HHS) programme teams in determining and contextualizing the essence of affordable housing for low income households in Kenya,
    Work with the HHS and market development teams to determine principles of resilient housing for the Kenyan context,
    Support the development of a Housing Quality Standard guide to support incremental housing practices in Kenya,
    Support the development and implementation of a Housing Quality Assessment to identify and prioritize the top three to five quality deficiencies in selected target populations,
    Serve as the market systems and HHS sector liaison person, and display expert technical and leadership skills commensurate with the role,
    Provide technical review of submitted proposals and/or concepts notes to ensure that proposed activities and programs align with markets systems and HHS principles and practices for construction practices,
    Support firms in identification, testing and application of innovative technologies especially economical building materials to serve for low-income households in an affordable manner,
    Working with the results and measurement team, to develop and monitor a system for data collection, analysis, follow-up, and feedback to relevant internal and external stakeholders support the knowledge and application of housing construction practices,
    Provide technical advice to internal teams on involvement in new shelter interventions and shelter capacity for implementation,
    Maintain an overview of the Construction Practices programme in country and of the regional context with a view to strategically developing relevant interventions in Kenya,
    Provide technical support in the development of need assessments and analysis, evaluation and impact analysis of current projects, and the writing of donor proposals and reports within required time frames.
    Accompany technical teams and other stakeholders on field trips as requested and ensure program details are transmitted in a timely and professional manner.

    Essential Experience

    Experience in project planning and execution,
    Knowledge of contracting, negotiating and closing
    Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures as related to construction practices,
    Experience in implementing new strategies and procedures,
    Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources, including ability to analyze and interpret financial data,
    Knowledge in communication including public relations principles, practices, and ability to develop and deliver presentations,
    Demonstrated fluency in professional written and verbal communication in English and Kiswahili,
    demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
    Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.
    Willingness to work in a flexible schedule and to travel even to remote destinations
    Private sector experience is a plus

    Professional experience

    Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering, Construction Management or architecture
    Minimum five (5) years’ experience in contracts management and post Diploma in Project Management, Construction Management,
    PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is highly desirable.
    Work requires willingness to travel even remotely in Kenya and the region