Purpose
The Associate Director Programs provides strategic leadership for Habitat for Humanity International in Bangladesh’s (HFHI-B) program portfolio and is responsible for translating the organization’s Strategic Business Plan (SBP) into high-quality, impactful and sustainable programs.
The position leads the planning, development, quality assurance, implementation oversight, monitoring, learning and continuous improvement of HFHI-B’s programs, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, donor commitments, government priorities, community needs and Habitat for Humanity’s global standards.
The Associate Director Programs will position HFHI-B as a recognized technical and sector leader in adequate and affordable housing, inclusive urban resilience, climate-resilient housing, safe and healthy homes, skills and market inclusion, and related housing ecosystem development.
The position will work closely with the National Director and Senior Management Team and collaborate across Program, MEAL, Technical, Resource Development, Finance, HR, Operations, Advocacy and Communications functions to achieve organizational results.
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.
Requirements
1. Education
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..
2. 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.
3. 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.
Salary and Benefit
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.
Application procedures
If you feel that your qualification and experience match with our requirements, and you share a commitment to Habitat’s values and vision, please download and forward completed HFHI-B’s Job Application Form along with the CV and cover letter to hr_bd@habitatbangladesh.org by 24th October 2026. 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.