Country Representative – Habitat for Humanity Egypt

Posting Description

Habitat for Humanity is looking for “Country Representative” that serves as primary country focal point of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) and external representative in Egypt and is a key member of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) leadership structure.

The Country Representative (CR) reports to MENA Hub Director and supports the Director in identifying and nurturing relationships with country-based donors, local authorities, development partners, and target communities, all within the framework of HFHI’s regional and global strategies. Under the guidance of the MENA Hub Director, the CR is also responsible for leading country-level fundraising and resource mobilization efforts, while positioning HFHI as a housing thought leader in national dialogues and debates.

While the CR is also expected to deliver on standard country management tasks such as operational planning, financial and risk management, compliance, and safeguarding, our newly integrated model and structure require daily collaboration with MENA Hub staff on all the above.

The CR collaborates closely with thematic leads enabling and facilitating their technical leadership, and supports program managers in delivering against agreed objectives, embracing a people-centric approach.

Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Leadership & Planning: Oversee Habitat for Humanity International’s (HFHI) engagement in Egypt by aligning country goals with regional and global strategies. You will manage annual planning, budgeting, and country-level risk mitigation.
• Operations & Compliance: Oversee the operational footprint in Egypt, including offices, staff contracts, and legal compliance. You will ensure all activities adhere to HFHI standards, local legislation, and safeguarding policies.
• Resource Mobilization & Partnerships: Support fundraising efforts by identifying local funding opportunities and developing high-quality project proposals. You will map and engage a diverse range of stakeholders, from government bodies to private sector actors.
• Advocacy & External Representation: Act as the primary focal point for HFHI in Egypt, representing the organization in national forums and sector working groups. You will develop advocacy plans to influence housing policy and urban development.
• People & Culture Leadership: Provide administrative management and mentorship to country-based staff and consultants. You will foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and safety while supporting recruitment and performance management.

Required Skills & Competencies:
• Bachelor's degree in international Affairs or Development, Political Science, Public Policy, Urban Planning, or related field.
• 5 years of senior leadership experience with international development NGOs.
• Experience with traditional and immerging institutional donors including the Gulf countries.
• Proven experience in resource mobilization including donor engagement and proposal development.
• Experience managing diverse teams remotely.
• A proven track record of both winning and executing multimillion projects.
• Extensive international development work experience in Egypt.
• Ability to adapt to changing environment and navigating market turbulences.
• Management of teams and experience operating in a matrix structure.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic language.
• Experience working with private philanthropy is an asset.
• Previous experience in a hub structure is a plus.
• 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 consultants 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).

Information about the selection process:
MENA Country representative for Egypt will be employed with Habitat for Humanity Egypt. The recruitment process is being carried out by Nadacia Habitat for Humanity International, based at Mlynské nivy 5, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia, which also represents the Area Office for Europe and the Middle East of Habitat for Humanity International and acts on behalf of the Habitat for Humanity Egypt. After clicking the apply button, the candidate will be redirected to the recruitment system operated by Habitat for Humanity International based in state of Georgia, USA (headquarters of Area Office for Europe and the Middle East of Habitat for Humanity International).

Deadline for applications: April 16th, 2026

About

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need. HFHI has an Administrative Headquarters based in Atlanta, Georgia, an Operational Headquarters based in Americus, Georgia and Area Office bases of operations in Manila, Philippines for our Asia and the Pacific work, San Jose, Costa Rica for our Latin American and the Caribbean work, and Bratislava, Slovakia, for our Europe, the Middle East and Africa work.

HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Function

International National Organization, Leadership, Operations

Auto req ID

10791BR

Position Category

In-Country National

Position Type

International Employment

Geographic Location

Europe & Middle East

Location

Cairo, Egypt

Position Number

TBD