A world where everyone has a decent place to live. 1 Habitat For Humanity India Senior Manager - Communications Job Description About Habitat for Humanity: Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity India began in 1983 as a grassroots effort. The housing organisation has since grown to become a leading housing nonprofit that has helped over 57,000 underprivileged families in India build or improve a place they can call home. Through its housing, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) and disaster risk reduction and response programmes, Habitat for Humanity India has positively impacted the lives of more than 3.6 million people. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, donate or volunteer, visit www.habitatindia.org Position Purpose: The Senior Manager Communications will play a pivotal role in strengthening the visibility, voice and value of Habitat for Humanity India. Working closely with the Director Communications, this role will develop and execute integrated communications strategies that elevate brand equity, build stakeholder trust and deepen engagement across donors, partners, media, volunteers and communities. The position requires a high-performing candidate, manage cross- channel campaigns and ensure content excellence, safeguarding adherence and storytelling impact. Education/Experience/Language requirements Education: Master s degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, or related fields. Experience: 6-8 years of progressive experience in communications, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership capacity. Demonstrated expertise in media relations, content strategy, brand communications, digital marketing and donor communications. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets and oversee vendors/service providers/consultants. Strong editorial judgment, writing, and storytelling skills in English. Knowledge of other Indian languages is a plus. Strong content development skills, with experience in photography, videography, storytelling, aesthetic and design sense preferred. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Communications and Brand Building (30%) Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy aligned with Habitat for Humanity Indias organizational goals, focused on brand building, fundraising, advocacy, programmes and events. Support Habitat fundraisers with the necessary communications collateral related to programmes so that they can continue to gain support from Habitat s network of donors. Help interpret Habitat s programming and expertise for strategically important audiences by preparing both the messaging and the messengers. Provide strategic counsel and training to internal stakeholders on communication best practices and brand guidelines ensuring cohesive and consistent messaging across all internal and external platforms. Lead communication efforts during rapid-onset and ongoing emergency/disaster responses, identifying impactful stories and content to support fundraising and visibility. Oversee Habitat India s website strategy, content updates, user experience enhancements, and SEO optimization to drive traffic to the website. Support high-level engagements including board and advisory committee meetings by developing compelling organizational narratives and presentations. A world where everyone has a decent place to live. 2 Lead the creation and dissemination of high-impact content tailored for diverse audiences ranging from donors and media to internal stakeholders including blogs, reports, newsletters, impact publications, speeches and human-interest stories. Manage and maintain a dynamic content calendar through collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, relevant and engaging dissemination of information. Champion innovative storytelling formats, including video, photography, podcasts, webinars, and new-age multimedia assets. Supervise creative vendors for end-to-end production of communication materials, ensuring brand and messaging alignment. Oversee post-production, branding, distribution, and archiving of all multimedia content. Ensure all content adheres to Habitat s safeguarding and ethical storytelling standards; provide ongoing training and guidance to internal teams and external collaborators on responsible communications. Lead the development and execution of media outreach strategies for key announcements, campaigns, and impact stories. Build and sustain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, influencers, and other key external stakeholders. Oversee the creation of press releases, media kits, op-eds, talking points and thought leadership pieces. Monitor media coverage and trends to inform strategy and assess visibility. Develop and execute crisis communications protocols, ensuring timely and effective responses. Identify strategic forums, conferences, and speaking opportunities for organizational visibility and thought leadership. Lead Habitat India s digital communications strategy across web, email, and social platforms to maximize reach, engagement, and donor conversion. Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to plan and execute integrated digital marketing and donor acquisition campaigns. Monitor and analyze digital performance metrics to inform strategy and optimize results. Oversee content creation, curation, and engagement across social media platforms, ensuring alignment with key campaigns and organizational voice. Lead targeted email marketing campaigns and manage the donor communication database using segmentation, automation, and A/B testing. Lead communications planning and execution for flagship campaigns, builds, programmes, strategic initiatives, donor activations, and high-visibility events. Conceptualize, plan, and execute communication strategies for fundraising campaigns, awareness drives, and events based on the annual plan. Coordinate with departments to ensure seamless execution of campaign and event communication. Measure the success of campaigns and events through key performance indicators (KPIs) such as participation, engagement, and funds raised. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Responsibilities (not limited to) Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement communication strategies that support the organizations goals and objectives. Stakeholder Management: Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including media contacts. Storytelling: Proficient in crafting compelling narratives and messages to engage target audiences. Project Management: Strong organizational skills to plan, execute, and evaluate communication campaigns and initiatives. Analytical Skills: Aptitude for analyzing data and insights to measure, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts and make data-driven decisions. A world where everyone has a decent place to live. 3 Collaboration: Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams, fostering cooperation and achieving shared objectives. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, Hindi and/or other regional languages. Knowledge of other Indian languages is a plus. The candidate must be able to write, edit and proofread copy impeccably. Excellent PC skills and broad knowledge of Microsoft software tools like MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc. Proficiency in using communication tools and technologies such as Adobe Creative Suite Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, resources, and external vendors. Proven ability to work in varying situations, from committee work in which a team player approach is essential to situations in which considerable independence and self-motivation is required. Demonstrated ability to work with wide range of individuals from diverse backgrounds, countries, and at varying levels within the corporate structure. Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and respond rapidly to breaking situations. Sound, proven judgment is a must. Knowledge of current and emerging trends in digital media. Familiarity with various communication channels, including traditional media, online platforms, and internal communication tools. Set up a continually developed contact list of individuals, groups, organizations whose support are essential to/can assist in achieving Habitat India s communication objectives. Work with Habitat India s brand ambassadors for sustained involvement. Build relationships with staff in regional offices, other departments and external partners to gather information and provide advice on communications products and outreach. Knowledge and experience of using AI platforms or tools such as Canva, Semrush, Hootsuite. Experience of working in a non-profit organisation is desirable. In depth knowledge of digital marketing techniques and tools and backend Work Setting The position requires an ability and willingness to travel up to 30% of the time. Must be prepared to travel to disaster affected areas. Habitat India s Chennai office Core Values Willingness to strictly comply and actively support Habitat for Humanity s Commitment and 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 Habitat For Humanity India requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended homeowners, 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 community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity s code of conduct. Interested candidates should submit their application to recruitment@habitatindia.org with the subject line Senior Manger Communications_Last Name, First Name .
A world where everyone has a decent place to live. 1 Job Description Position Name : Regional Procurement Officer Reports to : Regional Head & Senior Manager Procurement Location : Mumbai Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity India began in 1983 as a grassroots effort. The housing organization has since grown to become a leading housing nonprofit that has helped over 57,000 underprivileged families in India build or improve a place they can call home. Through its housing, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) and disaster risk reduction and response programs, Habitat for Humanity India has positively impacted the lives of more than 3.6 million people. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, donate or volunteer, visit www.habitatindia.org The purpose of the role is to ensure that Habitat for Humanity has access to the necessary resources within the assigned zone/region to effectively carry out its mission. This role aims to maintain cost-efficiency, ensure transparency, and uphold compliance with regulations and ethical standards. Key Responsibilities: o Maintained Vendor Database: Ensure an up-to-date and comprehensive vendor database to support o Request for Quotation (RFQ) Preparation: Draft and issue RFQs to obtain proposals from potential suppliers, ensuring clarity and adherence to requirements o Bid Analysis: Analyze bids received from suppliers, comparing them against defined criteria to determine the best value for Habitat for Humanity. o Vendor Selection and Finalization: Organize and coordinate NPC meetings to finalize vendor selection, ensuring all stakeholders are involved in the decision-making process. o Approval Processes: Prepare and submit necessary documentation for the approval process to the Senior Manager, ensuring all required information is accurate and complete. o Purchase Orders: Issue purchase orders to selected vendors and ensure clear communication with the user department for further processing and follow-up. o Other activities: Ensure all procurement activities comply with organizational, donor, and governmental regulations. Regularly update and report any changes in suppliers or pricing to relevant stakeholders. Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and develop market analyses to inform procurement strategies. Actively participate in internal and external meetings, promoting procurement best practices and contributing to discussions on procurement-related matters. Maintain proper and adequate records of all procurement activities, ensuring compliance with retention policies and facilitating easy access for audits and reviews. Education & Other Qualifications A world where everyone has a decent place to live. 2 o Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement domain5-8 years of experience working in the social o Bachelors in any relevant discipline(with any professional education in SCM & Procurement function) o Humility: We are part of something bigger than ourselves o Courage: We do what s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular o Accountability: We take personal responsibility for Habitat s mission At Habitat for Humanity India, we are committed to a culture of safeguarding and ensuring the safety and well- being of all individuals, especially children, involved in our programs. We uphold a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of harm or abuse. We expect all employees to adhere to our safeguarding behavioural code of conduct, prioritizing the best interests of the child and promoting a speak-up culture. Interested candidates should submit their application to recruitment@habitatindia.org with the subject line
Senior Specialist, Housing Disaster Resilience and Recovery (HDRR) Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is looking for an experienced individual to take on the role of Senior Specialist in Housing Disaster Resilience and Recovery (HDRR). This position will report to the Associate Director, Program Operations at the Asia Pacific (AP) Regional office. The role will ensure all programs strictly align with the global and AP strategic framework of HFHI and in accordance with the strategic business plan of the country and branch office in the region. The Sr. Specialist, HDRR will be the subject matter expert in the field of HDRR along with other job disciplines such as Habitability and Basic Services, to support the capacity building and integration of key principles in disaster resilience, preparedness, mitigation, and climate change adaptation, habitability and basic services, into programs in the national and branch offices in the region. This position will be based in any of the following locations: Metro Manila, Philippines; Jakarta, Indonesia; Kathmandu, Nepal; Dhaka, Bangladesh; Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Chennai, India or Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the country without sponsorship. The successful candidate will be offered an initial contract of 2 years that is subject to renewal depending on the availability of the funds, and a local country-based compensation package. The work arrangement for this position is hybrid with flex-time schedule. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: I. Housing Disaster Resilience and Recovery Support Habitat National / Branch Offices in responding to humanitarian or emergency situations Emphasize on housing and climate resilience with housing centered activities during emergency response and strengthen the link between short- and long-term intervention Create Climate Resilience framework and guidance for the Asia Pacific (AP) region aligning with the global strategy in Housing Disaster Resilience and Recovery (HDRR). Facilitate communications, conduct assessments, support conceptualization and design of disaster response interventions in collaboration with Headquarters (HQ), other Area Offices (AOs), National Organizations (NOs), Branch Offices and partners on disaster response program developments and monitoring. Support the NOs and branch offices in ensuring climate action is integrated into their HDRR/Basic services initiatives, by providing direction, leadership and backstop support for the development, oversight, and management of disaster response interventions. Establish and strengthen systems on Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation (CCAM) through the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of disaster response programs and climate resilience. Assist NOs and Branch offices in designing homes with climate smart housing features in their regular and recovery housing projects. Represent HFHI in National, Regional, and national Conferences and Platforms to share learnings and achievements of interventions in climate resilience. II. Interventions in Disaster Response, Recovery and Construction Support the capacity building of Habitat for Humanity (HFH) affiliated entities to implement disaster response programs Ensure effective and practical field operations plan, that facilitates country specific disaster responses, are integrated and addressed according to country s strategic, HDRR, Habitability, and Basic Services plans and management. Design, promote, facilitate, and participate in disaster rapid response training activities to increase the capacity of staff from NOs, Branch Offices, Partners, volunteers, and Habitat active communities Provide technical advice on basic services and resilience-building in disaster prone contexts. Design and improve the guidelines on the use of cash voucher assistance (CVA) in program interventions and provide capacity strengthening initiatives. Be readily available for deployments in the event of an emergency to respond to disasters at a branch or national office in the region within 24 hours. Provide technical guidance to counrty offices on HDRR, habitability and basic services initiatives in the region in consultation with HSS unit members. Develop guidelines, tools, templates, SOP s on HDRR, habitability, basic services for the region in consultation with HSS unit members. Engage and connect HFHI to peer agencies and networks (internal and external), authorities and the HDRR donor communities Engage in partnership cultivation and development for activation in response to disasters within Asia Pacific (AP). Facilitate the development of disaster resilience and response (DRR) and mitigation intervention in collaboration with program team in line with AP and country strategic business plan ensuring that it is within external standards in community resilience programming, with emphasis on international standards, such as SPHERE, IASC, Core Humanitarian Standards, ALNAP etc. Ensure that DRR and mitigation intervention are integrated and addressed in country s HDRR and strategic plans. Support collaborative resource development for disaster response initiatives within AP particularly those related to the AP HDRR Reserve Fund Engage and support in the development of industry-wide position papers, best practice documents and standards on behalf of HFHI-AP and HFHI in relation to disaster response and HDRR Ensure to contribute to the AP HDRR Portal appropriately and timely Advance the development of HFHI AP HDRR and Basic Services, Community of Practice Manage the Rapid Response Roster (member recruitment, database maintenance, members capacity building monitoring) and collaborate with AP HR. Support the development of systems, standard operation procedures (SOPs), terms of reference (TOR) and guidelines to enhance HFH s readiness to respond to disasters and contribute in the HFHI Global HDRR Basic Services, Community of Practice. Participate in creating opportunities for on-going interactions between HDRR Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) throughout AP region. To be an HFH employee, you have a responsibility to learn significant awareness on safeguarding in order to recognize and be alert for the signs of potential safeguarding misconduct, and to make a timely report about any incident related to it. Minimum Requirements: Education: - Bachelor s or equivalent degree or in development related studies Years of Related Experience: - Minimum of 5 years direct experience in managing Humanitarian emergency response, preparedness and HDRR/Basic Services initiatives in the AP region - Must have been deployed in at least 2 emergencies and or must have had experience working in hardship areas in shelter/housing interventions - Direct work experience in community development projects Qualifications: Effective communication and coordination skills Demonstrated experience in providing training and development of training materials Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication skills and ability to work with other cultures and nationalities Ability to work independently; and interdependently within a team, and with other HFH entities or partners Fluent in written and spoken English Ready and willing to be deployed in humanitarian response as advised by the Line Manager Preferred: Graduate studies in the relevant field or equivalent experience Experience in designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating an interdisciplinary emergency response Experience in knowledge management Experience in developing HDRR framework that is appropriate to the context of Asia Pacific region Experience in writing project proposals, design, and management, including budgets aligned with the requirements of the donors Experience working in a non-profit organization is preferred Knowledge on CVA preferred International experience in managing emergency response / preparedness initiatives. This position will be based in any of the particular countries of Metro Manila, Philippines; Jakarta, Indonesia; Kathmandu, Nepal; and Chennai, India Position Category: In-Country National Type: International Employment Function: Operations Travel: 30% About Habitat for Humanity , founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God s love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values. At Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by our to put God s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact. We strive to build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust, attracting and retaining mission-driven talent reflective of the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect. We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children) and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.
Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (TCIS) is an innovation hub within Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) that contributes to its mission of ensuring that everyone has a decent place to live in The purpose of TCIS is to continue influencing the market actors such as private companies, public officials, civil society, consumers, and households; to support scalable and affordable housing solutions through their products and services, The Manager, MEAL TCIS, is expected to be a major contributor to the TCIS regional operations team in South Asia ensuring smooth implementation of ongoing program activities The Manager will serve as a subject matter expert to technical staff around monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) This includes facilitating and contributing to program design processes, supporting MEAL related aspects of project development and implementation, coordinating operationalization of program theories of change, results frameworks, data quality assurance, reporting (e g donor reports, GMT, TCIS, etc,) and leading of learning initiatives including leading after action reviews (AARs) of interventions, facilitating quarterly, semi-annual, and annual portfolio reviews, and organizing project and program evaluations, Additionally, the Manager, MEAL TCIS will ensure collaboration with the Associate Director, MEAL, under dotted line management, and will contribute an agreed percentage of time to global MEAL activities such as globally focused evaluations and research, learning, and capacity building initiatives The Manager, MEAL TCIS will also contribute to regionalization initiatives and participate in activities and initiatives to build the capacity of the Habitat network in MEAL for market systems programming, This position may be based in the Chennai, India Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the country without sponsorship The successful candidate will be offered an initial contract of 2 years that is subject to renewal depending on the availability of the funds, and a local country-based compensation package, Essential Duties MEAL Systems and Program Support Lead the sub-regional team in the analysis of housing systems (including through housing ecosystem assessments), including constraints, root causes, and opportunities and the development of program strategies, theories of change, and systems change pathways, Coordinate the development and implementation of MEAL operational frameworks with technical specialists (MEAL plans, results frameworks, monitoring plans, indicators, and learning frameworks) for activities, projects, and programs, Lead the sub-regional team in developing and/or reviewing data collection tools and methods for adequate monitoring and evaluation of project and program performance, Support the regional team in data collection based upon pre-designed frameworks, tools, and indicators, Lead the development and implementation of project and program evaluations, including through identification and management of consultants and independent evaluators, Lead the team in developing practices of accountability, including ensuring the participation of diverse stakeholders in intervention design, implementation, and assessment; avoiding extractive evidence-gathering processes; and ensuring a consideration of aspects related to transparency, safeguarding, and sustainability throughout the program and project cycle, Travel regularly to program sites to provide the above-mentioned support, Strategy, Reviews and Reporting Provide guidance on the strategic planning processes, including the development of needs assessment research, the identification of constraints and root causes, and the creation of various types of theories of change, Lead regular after-action reviews of interventions and activities to capture lessons learned, Facilitate regular quarterly, semi-annual, and annual project and program portfolio reviews and provide feedback related to the strategy, Coordinate development, review, and submission of internal monthly and quarterly project reports as well as external donor reports as required, Develop and manage tools to capture, track, and report relevant indicators including GMT and other HFHI and donor-specific indicators, Global Initiatives and Continuous Improvement Support MEAL activities such as globally focused evaluations and research, learning, and capacity building initiatives, Collaborate with the Terwilliger Centers global and regional MEAL teams in Asia, Africa, and Latin America to share best practices and foster organizational learning, Effectively synthesize and communicate monitoring and evaluation findings and other lessons learned with internal and external audiences while facilitating a culture of accountability and learning, Lead the process of identifying, analyzing, and recommending solutions for challenges in MEAL, as well as recommendations for improvements Define processes and templates, Regionalization Contribute to select initiatives under regionalization to build the capacity of the network in MEAL for market systems, Liaise with national and regional organizations to understand MEAL needs and conduct capacity building workshops, Share best practices and frameworks from within the Terwilliger Center across the network, Participate in relevant communities of practice and collaborate with counterparts within the Habitat network as required, Support Resource Mobilization Lead technical input and review submitted proposals and/or concepts notes to ensure that proposed activities and programs align with markets systems and HFHI standard MEAL systems, Education Minimum Requirements: Bachelors Degree (Masters Degree preferred) in social science, international development, economics, business, or related field, Years Of Related Experience Ten to fifteen years of related experience in program management and developing, implementing, and managing MEAL systems, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Practical field-based experience in developing and conducting monitoring and evaluation tools, including indicator development, data collection instruments, and field data collection (including mobile and remote data collection) for both qualitative and quantitative data, Strong quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis skills and expertise, Experience with statistical software packages (e g Stata, SAS, SPSS or R) and/or qualitative data analysis software (e g MaxQDA, NVivo, or AtlasTI), Strong computer skills, experience in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other database software required, Experience using innovative participatory approaches to monitoring, evaluation, and research Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, Strong facilitating and influencing skills Strong business planning skills Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, a proven ability to mentor staff, and demonstrated experience collaborating with different types of partners from diverse backgrounds and cultures, Outstanding written and oral English communication skills in particular the ability to write clearly, succinctly and engagingly about technical subjects, Preferred Requirements Knowledge of and experience with housing systems, market systems development, small and growing business development, and/or financial inclusion programming Familiarity with the debates and publications that shape systemic MEAL, including change pathways, DCED Standards, etc, Demonstrated organizational and multitasking abilities along with attention to details, Experience leading capacity development workshops and trainings, Strong problem solving and analytical skills, Works well in a dynamic environment with limited resources; Prioritizes tasks and redirects work effort in response to new opportunities, Able to build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships in a federated network; Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to approach a problem from multiple perspectives Works well in teams, especially in diverse and multi-cultural contexts Excellent communication skills in Tamil, Hindi, and/or other regional languages Innovative, growth mindset with a demonstrated sense of curiosity; Takes the initiative and being results-oriented in organizational performance, Travel Expectations International and Domestic 50% Active Support Of HFHI Values Humility We are part of something bigger than ourselves Courage We do whats right, even when it is difficult or unpopular Accountability We take personal responsibility for Habitats 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 Humanitys code of conduct, For interested applicants, you may send your CV to Show more Show less
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