Do you have project management experience and interest in topics such as affordable housing and energy resilience?
Habitat for Humanity International is seeking a driven Program Specialist who will play a crucial role in supporting the organization’s development, implementation, and management of programs. In cooperation with project management teams and external project partners, the Program Specialist will strongly contribute to content part of funded projects, providing expertise on program themes.

This position is based in Bratislava, Slovakia.


What would be your responsibilities?

• Help developing project plans, coordinating tasks and monitoring progress within the projects
• Coordinate work packages and tasks of assigned funded projects.
• Provide content input to assigned tasks and work packages of the funded projects.
• Cooperate with project managers of assigned projects.
• Assist in planning, developing, and implementing program activities and strategies.
• Coordinate day-to-day program operations, ensuring alignment with the program’s objectives and timelines as well as assigned funded project activities and timelines.
• Support the scheduling and organizing of program meetings, events, and training sessions, including preparing agendas, securing venues, and arranging logistics.
• Manage and maintain program documentation, including reports, records, and correspondence.
• Collect and analyze data on program activities, outcomes, and effectiveness, providing regular updates to the Program Development Lead.
• Assist in monitoring program performance
• Serve as a point of contact for program participants, stakeholders, and partners, addressing inquiries and providing support as needed.
• Support in writing the proposal narrative, and development of the program concept.
• Conduct research on best practices, trends, and innovations related to the program’s field or project focus area.
• Assist in the development of new program initiatives and strategies based on research findings and feedback.


What do we require?

• Bachelor’s degree in international development, European/social studies, business or other
• 3-5 years of experience in project management or related area
• Advanced English language skills
• Strong collaborative approach
• Good writing skills and ability to communicate efficiently
• Interest in international development and global development issues
• Active support of HFHI 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: 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 Humanity’s code of conduct.

The actual salary offered for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including internal equity and the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience. HFHI offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package.
The monthly gross pay starts at 2320 EUR / month (based on previous experience + benefits).

DEADLINE: Closing date for applications is February 24th, 2025. The candidates are encouraged to apply earlier as shortlisting, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Every candidate who applies will receive feedback from us.