Job Description
Habitat for Humanity International, generally referred to as Habitat for Humanity or simply Habitat, is an international, non-governmental, and nonprofit organization, which was founded in .
Sr. Director – Global Program Communications
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for developing and implementing international communications strategies related to advocacy, marketing, fundraising and programs.Unify communications for a global network of four area offices (Africa; Asia-Pacific; Europe and the Middle East; and Latin America and the Caribbean) and 70 national organizations.Provide strategic communications leadership and support for Global Program Communications team, optimizing the time, talents and resources of regional and program communications functions.Lead Global Program Communications team in the development of core messaging, stories and other tools describing Habitat’s mission and programs globally.Provide leadership and coordination for communications support for international disaster response and recovery programsLead international crisis communications work and provide crisis counsel to the international Habitat network in close collaboration with Global Communications leadership.Serve on the leadership team of the 85+ person Global Communications division, modeling inclusive and accountable leadership and a culture of belongingManage team of program specialists who elevate the profile of Habitat’s priority programs with target audiences.Lead the development and execution of cross-functional communications plans and strategies that require coordination across teams in Global Communications and other divisions. POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience15 years, with 5 years in a managerial or professional role leading communications and/or advocacy functionProven, demonstrated knowledge of advocacy communications strategies, tactics and objectivesProven, demonstrated knowledge of public and media relations concepts, techniques and practices.Leadership and people management, including coaching, training, and motivating employees to new levels of excellence.Knowledge of current and emerging communications issues and trends, particularly in the nonprofit sector.Ability to provide effective counsel on strategic and critical communications and advocacy issues.Outstanding written communications skills, with mastery of AP style.Outstanding oral communications skills, with ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.Commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment within the Global Program Communications team, the larger Global Communications division, and the broader organization.Demonstrable experience establishing and overseeing the execution of communications systems that help teams work together and get results, particularly in federated organizations.Motivation to work in a mission-driven setting.Cross-cultural competence.Personal commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Ability to develop and manage budgets.Ability and desire to represent HFHI as an ecumenical Christian ministry committed to: Demonstrating the love and teachings of Jesus Christ;Advocating on behalf of those in need of decent shelter;Focusing on shelter by building and renovating simple, decent, affordable houses;Engaging broad community through inclusive leadership and diverse