Specialist - US Disaster Coordination
This position will be remotely based within the US.
About the Disaster Response Program:
Habitat for Humanity’s U.S. Disaster Services enhances the capacity of affiliated organizations nationwide to more efficiently and effectively prepare for and respond to disasters.
Disasters disrupt communities and threaten access to affordable housing, resulting in the loss of housing stock and prolonged displacement for low-income households. Recurring disasters further perpetuate housing insecurity among vulnerable populations.
Through our Housing Disaster Resilience and Recovery (HDRR) Strategy, grounded in equity, impact, and partnership, we are strengthening disaster preparedness, response, and long-term community recovery across the nation. Our goal is to help communities prepare before disasters strike and recover more quickly when they do.
Key Responsibilities:
US Disaster Services General Support (30%)
- Support the development and updates of HFHI disaster preparedness and response SOPs, tools, and templates.
- Assist in readiness and resilience training efforts across HFHI and the US network.
- Gather and analyze data for internal reports and presentations.
- Assist in the development and implementation of feedback loops with affiliates and stakeholders to improve program quality.
- Coordinate across HFHI departments to align disaster support efforts.
Monitoring (15%)
- Monitor hazard events daily to identify potential threats to the Habitat network.
- Initiate coordination protocols and provide situational updates to HFHI and affiliate stakeholders.
Disaster Response Coordination (30%)
- Support the activation and coordination of disaster support and HFHI’s US Disaster Taskforce during disaster events.
- Serve as initial liaison between impacted affiliates, affiliate support organizations, and HFHI internal teams while proving general 1:1 support to affiliates.
- Collect, verify, and analyze impact assessments to support decision-making.
- Track and document response activities and emerging affiliate needs.
- Attend external partner meetings and summarize key outcomes.
Early & Long-Term Recovery Support (25%)
- Assist in coordination of affiliate support efforts related to recovery planning and implementation.
- Track affiliate recovery needs and ongoing efforts, and assist with gathering data for potential donors, grant proposals and donor reports.
- Help organize volunteer deployment logistics and provide implementation support for recovery deployments as needed.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience related to disaster preparedness, response, recovery, nonprofit operations, or community-based coordination.
- A minimum of 2–3 years of experience coordinating disaster response projects or programs within the NGO sector, or equivalent experience leading complex, cross‑functional projects in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.
- Strong ability to quickly understand and assess disaster situations, recognizing that conditions can shift rapidly.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to new information, evolving priorities, and revised assessments in unpredictable environments.
- Proven team player with a collaborative mindset, able to work effectively across diverse groups and stakeholders.
- Ability to perform well under pressure while maintaining sound judgment and clear communication.
- Fast learner with the capacity to absorb and apply Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) efficiently.
- Experience working within the nonprofit sector, particularly in community‑focused or humanitarian programs.
- Ability to translate and adapt disaster response experience to housing‑related programs and service delivery.
Active support of HFHI Values & Commitments:
- 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 compensation offered for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including location, internal equity and the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience. HFHI offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that varies by country and typically includes vacation leave, sick leave, personal days, health insurance options, retirement plan contributions and life insurance. For work locations in the US, the hiring range for this position is $23/hr. - $27/hr.
Application Deadline: April 2, 2026.
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.