Managing Director, MicroBuild Impact & Innovation Hub

About the role

Habitat for Humanity International is seeking a Managing Director for its MicroBuild Impact and Innovation Hub. The role advances the strategic growth, innovation and operational excellence of the MicroBuild Initiative, which expands access to affordable housing finance for underserved communities worldwide. It provides executive oversight of product development, program management and innovation, and sets the strategic vision, priorities and governance frameworks. The position may be based in Washington, DC, Atlanta, Nairobi or London, on a hybrid basis with up to 40% international travel.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee Hub commitments and support services, tracking delivery against commitments, funding arrangements and stakeholder expectations.
• Serve as Habitat's main day-to-day partner with Symbiotics, leading planning, coordination and annual pipeline reviews, and coordinating with the Housing Finance Systems team.
• Lead the Hub LLC, including annual operating plans, budgets, Board materials, compliance and risk management.
• Lead the Hub's operational platform and shared services, working with Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Procurement, Compliance, Risk Management and Communications.
• Oversee annual reporting, impact measurement and performance management, and present findings to the Hub Board and Fund stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Symbiotics on the Risk Mitigation Facility.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, International Development, Public Policy or a related field.
• At least 10-12 years of progressively responsible experience in impact investing, blended finance, affordable housing finance or international development finance, including leadership of complex global programs.
• Proven people management experience leading teams in a global, geographically dispersed environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build strategic partnerships and deliver measurable social and financial impact in emerging markets.

Required skills

• Understanding of investment management, technical assistance delivery, financial institution strengthening, portfolio performance monitoring and risk management.
• Ability to turn market opportunities into scalable products, programs and investment solutions.
• Strong communication skills for leading teams and building coalitions.