Habitat for Humanity International

The Vice President of Programs provides strategic leadership and oversight of all programmatic functions, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities. This position will oversee program development, implementation, and evaluation to drive measurable community impact. The VP of Programs will lead a dynamic team, including program managers and all other direct reports to foster innovation, accountability, and cross-departmental collaboration to strengthen overall organizational performance.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for all program areas, ensuring goals are clearly defined, outcomes are measured, and resources are effectively allocated.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the program managers to promote professional growth and high performance.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align program strategies with organizational priorities and community needs.
• Oversee program budgets, funding proposals, and compliance with grant and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate existing programs for effectiveness and lead the design of new initiatives that advance the organization’s mission.
• Strengthen partnerships with community organizations, local government, and other stakeholders to expand program reach and impact.
• Ensure data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across all program areas.
• Represent the organization in community meetings, public forums, and strategic collaborations as a visible and credible leader.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Professional leadership skills required.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Excellent planning and time management skills required.
• Excellent problem-solving skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent MS Office Suite and database skills required.
• Must have the ability to become a HUD certified housing counselor within 12 months of accepting the position
• Knowledge of the Department of Housing and Urban Development and other affordable housing programs a plus.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, social services, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in program management, community development, or nonprofit administration.
• Proven experience leading teams, managing budgets, and developing strategic initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong ability to think strategically, foster collaboration, and drive results through other
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred.

COMPETENCY MEASUREMENT:

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Demonstrates Pensacola Habitat’s core values when working with the Pensacola Habitat team, families, and volunteers.
• Achieves department goals as outlined by the Chief Executive Officer
• Ensures Home Buyer internal reporting requirements are completed on time.
• Ensures NeighborWorks, HUD, and HFHI external reporting are completed on time.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of all program departments operations, policies, and procedures.
• Manages employees for best utilization and to fulfill organizational objectives.
• Maintains a positive and motivating presence when working with the Family Services team, PHFH Home Buyer Applicants, PHFH Home Buyer approved Program Participants, Family Support “Coaches” Committee Volunteers, and the staff.
• Manages difficult or emotional staff or program participant situations tactfully and in a timely manner.
• Maintains a growth mindset and pursues training and development opportunities to build knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Achieve HUD Counselor Certification within 12 months of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position is performed primarily in an office setting and may require sitting for long periods at a time. Frequently, this position requires representing PHFH in offsite community events.
• The anticipated work schedule is Monday through Friday but requires flexibility to meet after-hour and weekend obligations. This position requires a valid state driver’s license, safe driving record, reliable transportation, and insurability through our vehicle insurance carrier. This position also requires additional pre-employment screenings including a personal credit check.
• Please note that this job description reflects the essential functions for this role but is not designed to be comprehensive and does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Apply:

If you are interested in bringing your passion for the mission of Habitat for Humanity to the organization, please apply by sending a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications to [email protected] .

Pay Range: $85,00 - $100,000 plus full benefit package

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8AM – 4PM with occasional evening and weekend hours as required

Application deadline: 20 November 2025

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Location:

Pensacola, FL

State/Region:

Florida

Position Category:

Affiliate-Opportunity

Type:

Affiliate

Function:

US Affiliate

Travel:

About Habitat for Humanity

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. Working 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.

At Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by our 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.

As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect.

We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children) and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.