Regional Program Advisor at Habitat for Humanity International, Philippines_Deadline:19-Mar-2012

Habitat for Humanity International is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need. Habitat for Humanity is a global, non-profit ministry where our employees build futures and lives. Habitat for Humanity, sometimes referred to as “Habitat”, began working in the Asia-Pacific region in 1983 with a pilot program in Khammam, India. Since then, Habitat has built and rehabilitated tens of thousands of homes. Every year thousands of other families are helped with repairs, and financial and technical assistance. In addition, tens of thousands of families have benefited from Habitat programs to help victims of the 2004 Asian tsunami and other natural disasters. Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) in conjunction with our Asia/Pacific (AP) Area Office currently has two exciting and rewarding opportunities open as Regional Program Advisors supporting our Asia/Pacific region.  These strategic and challenging positions will report to the Regional Program Manager and provide technical expertise and direction for the design and development of HFHI's program and projects on a national level.  These regional roles will play a key role in the development of national project strategic goals and objectives and will be a partner in ensuring proper planning of strategic goals and objectives in the assigned National Organizations (NOs). The Regional Program Advisors either serve as generalists providing a wide range of program support to a single country, or serve as specialists providing specific technical expertise to a number of countries.  In addition to working with NO’s, the Regional Program Advisors will be instrumental in developing and nurturing relationships with other key organizations and institutions to expand and enhance existing programs, increase resources, and increase Habitat’s regional and global networks.  This position will be based at our Philippine satellite office, located in Manila. DUTIES/AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY •  Develop and implement strategic and operational plans for area of responsibility in the assigned country/countries •  Provide support to National Organizations in the area(s) of expertise •  Develop and implement systems, processes, and tools to enhance specific program area(s) •  Facilitate the evaluation and assessment of certain programs, monitoring performance and recommending actions for improvement •  Coordinate the development and/or implementation of tools that support capacity building in the area(s) of expertise •  Research new development models and promote best known practices

Required Skills:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: •  At least 5 years’ experience in the area of technical expertise with proven record of success •  Minimum 2 years’ international experience, preferably with Habitat for Humanity or other INGO •  Excellent cross-cultural communication skills; proven experience working successfully in a multi-cultural, multi-faith context •  Proven success in networking with other organizations and key personnel •  Strong training background, experience in negotiations, and facilitations skills required •  In-depth field experience a must •  Bachelor’s degree in relatable field required •  Candidates who are Filipino Nationals will be given first priority for search PREFERRED EXPERIENCE A MAJOR PLUS: •  Master’s degree in related field preferred •  Written and oral fluency in Area specific language preferred •  Demonstrated project management experience •  Expertise in high level problem solving, evaluation, and sound decision making skills •  Successful experience working independently, on a team, and on multiple key projects Please submit your resume and cover letter online as ONE DOCUMENT. HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

# of Openings: 2 Employment Type: Direct Hire Start Date: N/A Pay Range: Confidential   Overtime Pay: Not-Specified Visa Sponsorship: No Amount of Travel: 41 to  50% Position Location: Manila Relocation Assistance: Relocation available within same country

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