Program Manager

Habitat for Humanity International is looking for an experienced Program Manager with strong leadership and project management capabilities to lead the strategic development and implementation of its Ukraine program, with a focus on housing recovery, affordable and social housing, reconstruction, energy efficiency, and strengthening Ukraine’s housing ecosystem.

This position is to be based in Kyiv, Ukraine and requires 30% of domestic and international travel.

The actual salary offered for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including internal equity and the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience. HFHI offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. The monthly gross pay starts at 131, 330 UAH / month (based on previous experience + benefits)

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES?

Program Leadership & Management:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the oversight of a portfolio of multiple projects and grants.
• Develop and implement program strategy focusing on housing, reconstruction, energy efficiency and technical capacity-building.
• Oversee the financial management of project budgets, including procurement, grant management, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with Habitat for Humanity policies and donor regulations.
• Conduct regular project reviews and risk assessments, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Supervise program staff and build team capacity.

Program Implementation:

• Design and implement high-quality projects that address the needs of vulnerable populations in Ukraine in accordance with the organization’s 5-year program strategy.
• Oversee the implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) systems to track project progress, measure impact, and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure data quality and utilize MEAL data for overall program improvement.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing, best practices, and impact evaluation for program review and improvement.
• Lead the development and implementation of recovery plans and frameworks in post-conflict settings.

Partnership Development & Management:

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with national and local government authorities, institutional donors, international financial institutions, UN agencies, civil society, implementing partners and other housing-sector stakeholders
• Work closely with local partners to enhance their capacity through technical support, training, and knowledge sharing
• Represent organization at relevant forums and events.

Fundraising & Proposal Development:

• Identify and cultivate donor relationships and new program opportunities.
• Lead proposal development and donor reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and regulations.

WHAT DO WE REQUIRE?

• Master’s degree in Project management, Urban Development, International Development, Business/Public Administration, Social Sciences or an equivalent experience in development management (certificate in project management is desirable)
• Minimum of 5−7 years of experience in program/project management, preferably in the housing, infrastructure, or development sectors, with a strong focus on conflict-affected, recovery or humanitarian settings.
• Strong understanding of housing recovery and reconstruction, with demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: affordable/social housing, housing policy, energy efficiency, housing finance, infrastructure rehabilitation, or institutional capacity strengthening
• Minimum 3−5 years of team management and leadership experience, including supervision of multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams in complex environments, with a focus on housing, policy, MEAL, and safeguarding.
• Demonstrated success in managing donor-funded projects, ensuring compliance and achieving results.
• Strong experience in building and maintaining relationships with government agencies, partners, and civil society organizations.
• Advanced project management skills, including work planning, budgeting, and strategic planning, with a focus on large-scale program implementation.
• Comprehensive understanding of housing needs, policy, energy efficiency, capacity building, and finance within humanitarian and post-conflict contexts.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly within Ukraine, including to field sites, to provide program support, conduct monitoring, and maintain stakeholder engagement.
• Fluency in Ukrainian and English is required.

• · 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.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE SELECTION PROCESS:

If you’d like to join our team and you qualify within the specified job requirements, submit your motivation letter and CV as ONE DOCUMENT in English to Human Resources by sending your application to:[відгукнутися]

DEADLINE: Closing date for applications is August 31st 2026. Every candidate who applies will receive feedback from us.