Senior Program Manager

Habitat for Humanity International is looking for an experienced Senior Program Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for the programs of the Habitat for Humanity International (HfHI) in Ukraine. The role will guide the development and delivery of a diverse program portfolio, ensuring alignment with Habitatl’s mission, country priorities, and donor commitments. The Senior Program Manager will lead and develop program teams, strengthen partnerships, support resource mobilization, and promote high-quality, accountable programs that advance housing and community development.

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

What would be your responsibilities?

• Contribute to the development of the country program strategy and annual priorities, ensuring programs respond to changing needs and align with organizational objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of program strategies, work plans, and budgets in coordination with senior management, local partners, and relevant stakeholders.
• Oversee the full program lifecycle across the portfolio, from design and planning through implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and closure.
• Lead portfolio planning and forecasting, identifying funding gaps, emerging opportunities, and staffing or capacity needs.
• Provide strategic oversight of program performance, budgets, resource allocation, and risks; identify issues early and ensure timely corrective action.
• Lead, coach, and develop program staff, including managers, setting clear expectations and supporting strong performance and collaboration.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with community stakeholders, local and national government entities, partner organizations, and funding bodies.
• Strengthen relationships with current and prospective donors, and contribute to proposal development, funding negotiations, and donor stewardship.
• Coordinate with Finance, Operations, MEAL, Communications, and Safety and Security colleagues to support integrated and effective program delivery.
• Ensure programs comply with organizational policies, donor requirements, safeguarding commitments, and relevant national and international standards.
• Ensure program teams assess and manage operational and security risks, adapting activities and field plans as conditions change.
• Oversee monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning processes; use evidence and lessons learned to improve program quality and impact.
• Guide the preparation and review of program reports, proposals, budgets, and other documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Represent HfHI in Ukraine at relevant meetings, conferences, and public events.
• Promote best practices in housing, community development, and humanitarian response, and support the meaningful participation of local partners and communities in program design and implementation.
• Conduct regular field visits to provide strategic oversight, engage with partners and communities, and support quality implementation.

What do we require?

• Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, preferably in the nonprofit or international development sector, with a focus on housing or community development.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and overseeing complex, multi-partner programs, budgets, and work plans.
• Experience in program strategy, portfolio planning, donor engagement, and proposal development.
• Strong understanding of program and project management approaches; PMP or PRINCE2 certification is an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to prepare and review clear, high-quality reports, proposals, and program documentation.
• Proficiency in English and Ukrainian; knowledge of additional languages relevant to program areas is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and program or project management software.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to program sites, including in challenging environments.
• Active support for HFHI’s values:
• Humility — We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
• Courage — We do what is right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
• Accountability — We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.
• Safeguarding: HFHI requires all employees to take their ethical responsibilities seriously in safeguarding the people and communities we serve and work with. Managers at all levels are responsible for supporting systems that prevent harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse; protect the rights of beneficiaries and community members, especially children; and promote 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 via our career website: Senior Program Manager