Director, National Programs

About Habitat for Humanity Canada

Founded in 1985, Habitat for Humanity Canada is a national charity comprised of local Habitat organizations working in every province and the North. Through innovative home construction, repair, and financing, skills training and advocacy, we bring people together to build homes, communities and hope. Habitat for Humanity Canada is a member of Habitat for Humanity International, a leading global non-profit working in more than 60 countries. To learn more, visit habitat.ca and follow @HabitatCanada.  

We deeply value our culture and colleagues, and we have collaboratively created the following vision statement: “We foster and build equity through affordable housing by fully integrating diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Every individual involved with Habitat feels safe and encouraged to bring their whole selves to our mission, and they know they are valued, heard, and respected.

The Opportunity 

The Director, National Programs will join Habitat Canada’s Management Team and support the development and management of innovative housing solutions for homeowners across Canada. The Director is responsible for the strategic planning, development and management of national programs, ensuring alignment with Habitat for Humanity’s overall strategic priorities and Canadian charity compliance requirements. This role works closely with local Habitat offices across Canada to support and strengthen skilled trades, sustainability, repairs and Indigenous housing programs. The Director reports to the Senior Director, Programs and manages three staff. 

Your Impact 

As a valued member of our team, you deliver on the National Program strategy to significantly increase the number of families accessing inclusive and resilient housing solutions across Canada. Main responsibilities include: 

1. Program Implementation & Management: 40%

• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of national programs, with a focus on driving program improvement and innovation.
• Deliveroperational excellence in due diligence,grantmanagement, contracting, evaluation, reporting,and ensuring internal processes run smoothly. 
• Lead effective management of national program budgets andrisk management, adhering tocompliancerequirements and organizational policies. 
• Lead the design and implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL) frameworks to assess program performance, inform strategic decision-making, and foster continuous improvement across national programs, working in collaboration with other departments.
• Oversee reporting, ensuring partner requirements are met and ensure donors are well-informed, engaged,and satisfied.
• Steward and coach local Habitat affiliates to ensure continued success and compliance with national programs and donor requirements.

2. BusinessDevelopment & Partnerships: 40%

• Lead the development ofprogram and projectproposalsensuring they align with Habitat for Humanity’s mission and strategicobjectivesand ensuring their effective implementation. 
• Build andmaintainstrong relationships with various stakeholders, including Habitat affiliates, donors, private sector partners, government organizations, institutionalpartnersand communities. 
• Support fundraising efforts for program activities, working closely with fundraising teams and other stakeholders, as needed.

3. TeamLeadership & Management: 20%

• Develop and lead a high-performing team of national program staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability across the organization. 
• Provide leadership and guidance to program staff, fostering their professional development and ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively implement programs. 
• Support organizational change initiatives related to program delivery and effectiveness. 

Qualifications & Competencies

• Advanced degree in a relevant field such as international development, public policy, business administration, or related field.
• 10+years managing complex programs and operational management.
• Extensive experience in project or program management with demonstrated success in design, implementation,monitoring and evaluation,andlearning. 
• Proven track record of leading and managing large, complex programs across a variety of donors including governments, privatesectorand foundations. 
• Formal training in project management is considered a strong asset. 
• Extensive experience managing diverse stakeholders.Working within a federated model an asset.
• Knowledge of communitybased,people centered development principles,affordable housing,and results-based managemen tis an asset.
• Excellent problem-solving and priority-setting skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English,French an asset.
• Experience managing and developingpositiveteamrelationships.
• Commitment to Habitat’s mission and values, including equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Working Conditions

The Director, National Programs works during Habitat Canada’s normal office hours 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and may on occasion be required to work outside of normal office hours. Travel may occasionally be required.  Hybrid/Remote is possible. 

Salary Range 

The salary range for this role will be between $91,000 and $120,000. Where an offer falls within the range will depend on skills, experience, and role alignment. Throughout your interview process, we will learn more about your skills and experience and determine the offer based on what you bring to the role and team.

The Benefits of Working at Habitat Canada

• Our culture promotes inclusivity through the values of diversity, respect, and openness. 
• Total Rewards package prioritizes well-being with modern, flexible benefits and competitive compensation. 
• Hybrid work environment, 3 days per weekin the Toronto National office. 
• A generous RRSP matching program. 
• Staff groups that focus on important topics such as workplace Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, as well as Social and CARE Committees. 
• Office closed during the holidays and half-days before a long weekend. 
• Opportunities for paid professional growth and development. 
• Various social events and activities throughout the year. 

We thank all applicants for applying; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.

Habitat Canada’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

Habitat Canada is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are dedicated to promoting a workplace that is diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, respectful, and equitable. We welcome and encourage all interested individuals to apply, especially those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. 

At Habitat Canada, we are committed to providing employment accommodation throughout the recruitment process and all aspects of employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We recognize that individuals with disabilities may require reasonable accommodation during the selection process to be assessed fairly and equitably. If you are contacted for an interview or employment opportunity, please let us know in advance if you require accommodation. We aim to ensure a positive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates.

At Habitat Canada, we have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, coercion, sexual exploitation, or abuse in any form. All employment offers are contingent upon signing our code of conduct and satisfactory reference checks and may be subject to appropriate screening checks.