• Significant, successful international experience including proven effective senior management experience, preferably in the non-profit sector and within the region of posting.
• Community development experience is a distinct advantage.
• Experience in non-profit/NGO resource development, plus a local and/or international.
• Programming experience in systems changes and experience working with governments/markets to transform and strengthen systems.
• Experience in developing proposals and successfully executing projects with funding from institutional donors.
• Experience in the development and nurturing of strategic partnerships in both a peer and lead agency role.
• Experience developing and implementing projects funded by complex donors and of working and negotiating with large institutional donors; e.g. DFAT, MFAT USAID, EU, etc.
• A track record of effective and exemplary servant leadership and high-level management.
• Experience in managing people, budgets, and other resources.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and public speaking skills.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity, diplomacy, and adaptability.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and email software applications.
• Proficiency in financial management and accounting.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the local culture, society, laws, and customs.
• Experience in Human Resources management.
   

Habitat for Humanity National Director Leadership Competencies

• Compels others through embodiment and clarity of vision, building widespread internal and external support and driving action through a clear articulation of a value proposition.
• Leads through ambiguity and transformation, modelling agile learning and supporting efforts to prioritize and support employees and stakeholders through change.
• Upholds the highest standards of integrity and ethics while navigating organizational conflict, critical conversations, and decision-making.
• Embodies trust and transparency by promoting a free flow of information throughout the organization and providing teams with the leverage to achieve goals and grow.