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.

Habitat for Humanity works 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.

Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by their Koinonia roots 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.

Habitat for Humanity Africa will be a strategic leader responsible for managing fundraising, resource mobilization, partnership engagement, policy advocacy, and volunteer engagement efforts across Africa. This role is crucial in securing funding, building strong partnerships, and influencing policy changes to promote affordable housing and sustainable development across the region.

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In addition, the position involves close collaboration with Habitat for Humanity’s global and national fundraising teams, advocacy, and communications department to amplify the impact of Habitat for Humanity’s initiatives in Africa. The Associate Director will ensure that Habitat for Humanity Africa expands its reach and impact through strategic partnerships, a strong volunteer network, and advocacy for policy reforms that align with the organization’s mission.

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1. Fundraising and Resource Mobilization

• Lead the implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy for Habitat for Humanity Africa in collaboration with global fundraising teams such as GFOI, individual giving, and global fundraising networks.
• Lead and coordinate the development of high-quality fundraising proposals, grant applications, and donor reports for Africa National Offices, in collaboration with global fundraising teams and communication teams to ensure alignment with broader organizational goals through appropriate and tailor-made capacity development on proposal writing and funding the acquisition of grants writes to support NOs where need be.

2. Partnership Engagement and external representation.

• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with national and international organizations, the private sector, development agencies, and government bodies, in alignment with global strategies.
• Develop robust partnership engagement frameworks that support both local, national and regional MOUs that bring value-add to Habitat for Humanity work in Africa.
• Act as a liaison between Habitat for Humanity Africa and external partners, ensuring smooth coordination and monitoring of partnership progress.
• Work with the communications team to ensure Habitat for Humanity Africa’s key messages and impact are communicated effectively to global audiences through media, publications, and social media platforms.

3. Policy and Advocacy

• Lead the implementation of Africa Region Advocacy Strategy Framework to influence housing policies and regulations across Africa, ensuring that Habitat for Humanity’s mission of promoting affordable housing and sustainable development is closely aligned with countries’ national priorities, while promoting inclusive, just and equitable access to decent housing
• Lead the engagement with government agencies, policymakers, and other stakeholders to advocate for policy changes that support Habitat for Humanity’s goals.
• Lead the national and global advocacy campaigns, forums, and policy dialogues at regional and global levels, in collaboration with global advocacy teams

4. Volunteer Engagement

• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of a Comprehensive Volunteer Engagement Strategy for Africa region, in collaboration with global volunteer networks, to increase volunteer participation in Habitat for Humanity Africa’s programs.
• Champion the development of the systems to recruit, train, and retain volunteers, ensuring they feel integrated into Habitat for Humanity’s culture and mission. – Foster long-term relationships with volunteers, ensuring they are empowered and have a fulfilling experience while contributing to Habitat’s success.
• Work with the communications team to develop recognition programs and highlight volunteer contributions to amplify engagement and support.