HFHT National Director Job Vacancy in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

The National Director reports to the Habitat for
Humanity Tanzania (HFHT) Board of Directors with cross functional reporting to
the Director of Programs of the Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI)
Africa Middle East Africa Office. The National Director is responsible for
leading the HFHT country program to achieve its program goals and objectives.

Duties / Areas of Responsibility:

Program Management: Lead HFHT to achieve its
goals and objectives as stated in its strategic plan, annual plans,
memoranda of understanding and business plans. The National Director will
ensure that all program interventions comply with relevant HFHI Standards
of Excellence. The National Director will also ensure that lending
operations fall within industry standards and comply with Government of
Tanzania requirements.
Vision and Planning: Develop and guide the
vision and long-term goals of HFHT in collaboration with the Board of
Directors. The National Director will facilitate the development of
strategic and annual plans, as well as business plans for specific program
activities. The National Director ensures alignment with the HFHI
Strategic Plan and annual planning process.
Governance: The National Directors serves as
an ex-officio member of the HFHT Board of Directors and supports the board
with the governance of HFHT as directed. The National Director ensures
that the Board of Directors is fully informed of organizational activities,
compliance requirements and potential risks to the institution. The
National Director ensures that resolutions are implemented and serves as
the liaison between the Board of Directors and HFHT’s staff and other
stakeholders.
Human Resource Management: Recruit, develop,
manage, and evaluate personnel to promote the purposes and achieve the
goals of the organization, including staff, advisors, and volunteers.
Develop and deploy effective training programs and equitable human
resource systems to invest in and retain people of quality, who are
devoted to the mission, as the primary resource of the organization.
Ensure compliance with HFHT Human Resource Policy.
Compliance: In consultation with the board,
ensure the fiscal, legal and programmatic integrity, efficiency, and
effectiveness of the organization, including oversight of fiscal planning
and budgeting, internal controls and external audits, loan tracking and
statistical documentation, and accurate and timely fiscal and narrative
reporting both to the Area Office and other donors. Ensure compliance with
statutory requirements as well as all relevant HFHI policy and standards.
Program Funding: The National Director ensures
that HFHT ensures sufficient funding and capital for its operations and
that the organization complies with the terms of all funding and capital
acquired.
Communications: The National Director ensures
that the message of HFHT is accurately communicated to various
stakeholders and constituent groups and protects and develops the Habitat
for Humanity brand in Tanzania.

REQUIREMENTS

10+ years of successful experience in
microfinance lending or low cost housing
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as
International Development or Relations, Finance, Economics, Public
Administration, Management, Civil Engineering, Social Sciences, or
Continuing Education
Experience in raising capital for microfinance
activities
Experience in serving on or the development of
non-profit/NGO or microfinance boards of directors, strongly preferred
Excellent interpersonal, writing, and public
speaking skills
Proficient in English and Kiswahili, both
written and spoken
Good financial management and accounting
skills
Graduate Degree added bonus
Community development experience a distinct
advantage
Experience in training others and performing
consultancy services
Experience in the microfinance industry and
credit management
A track-record of effective and exemplary
servant leadership
General management – Experience in managing
people, budgets and other resources required
Alignment with and a commitment to model and
articulate Habitat AME core values
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet,
database, and email software applications
Familiarity with construction and appropriate
technology preferred, but not required

How to apply:

Candidates interested in the position should visit:
http://www.habitatjobs.org/JobDetail.asp?jid=53453

Habitat for Humanity engages people of all ages and
backgrounds in addressing community needs.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and
invited for an interview.

In July 2009, HFH Tanzania launched a housing
microfinance program as a means to assist residents of Dar es Salaam’s informal
settlements to improve their living conditions through access to affordable
housing finance. HFH

Closing Date: Tuesday, 25 December 2012