Culture and Identity Director/Culture & Identity Project Director in Chemonics Group UK Ltd./ PFRU 2

FPS-2 announces a competition for post C & I FPS . The director (CA) of the Project "Culture and Identity" will be responsible for the strategic guidance, management and implementation of the project, ensuring successful implementation in accordance with the purposes of FPS-2. This, in particular, involves the support of Ukraine in strengthening the resilience of communities, increasing citizens' confidence in the state and contribution to stabilization efforts. 400 ">

Основні напрями роботи: 

 - Підтримка політик: підтримка уряду України у розробці доказово-орієнтованих політик, у сфері культури та ідентичності;  

- Культурна спадщина: підтримка українського уряду та громадянського суспільства у захисті та збереженні культурної спадщини;  

-Human Capital: Support for local cultural figures in their activities as supports of community resistance and social cohesion agents;

-Work with identity: Promoting the spread of a single but diverse Ukrainian identity by introducing multifaceted communication measures (at national, regional and local levels, as well as involvement of Ukrainians abroad).

will also provide effective interaction within the FPS-2 and with external partners, including government agencies, donors and international organizations. Although this position is mainly focused on the management of the project, it requires a certain level of examination in the field of culture and identity at national, regional and local levels. 400 ">

interaction with stakeholders and representation

• Director (Ka) develops and strengthens partnerships with government agencies, international organizations, international technical assistance providers, private sector representatives. 

• Director (Ka) presents and promotes a project at high-level events, in particular, during meetings, seminars and conferences. FONT-STYLE: Normal "> Expected results:

  Regular reports on progress: monthly, quarterly and annual reports on achievements, calls and experience. 

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of experience, in particular, 3 years of experience in the field of management of projects and teams. 

• awareness of research and procurement procedures. 

• experience with donors or international organizations will be an advantage. The experience of working with the UK government will be a significant advantage. 

• thematic expertise in the main trends in culture and identity in Ukraine (cultural heritage, identity, memory, culture as an economic development. 

skills:

• experience of attracting stakeholders and holding high-level meetings. 

accountability:

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Background

The Partnership Fund for A Resilient Ukraine (Pfru) is a Multi-Donor Program Sweden, Switzerland, The UK, and The US. Ukrainian Government, Civil Society, and The Private Sector. Targeted Assistance that Strengthens Institutions, Enhances Economic and Social Resilience, and Supports Communities Affected by the War. FONT-STYLE: Normal "> pfru -2 is seeking a Director for the Culture and Identity Project Under the Pfru Social Cohesion Outcome . The C & I Director Will Be Responsible for The Overall Strategic Leadership, Management, and Implementation of the Project, Enseming ITSSFULMENT IMPLEMENTnment with PFRU’s objectives. This includes supporting Ukraine in strengthening community resilience, increasing confidence in government and contributing to overall stabilization efforts. 

This role will oversee the coordination of key workstreams, driving collaboration across stakeholders, optimizing resources, and ensuring impactful outcomes.  

Key Workstreams: 

• Policy support: support the Government of Ukraine (GoU) in the development of evidence-based policies related to culture and identity;  

• Cultural heritage: support the GoU and civil society to protect and preserve its cultural heritage;  

• Human capital: support local cultural actors to fulfil their role as pillars of community resilience and agents of social cohesion;

• Identity work: promote a unified yet diverse Ukrainian identity by deploying multifaceted communications interventions (at national, regional, and local levels as well as reaching Ukrainians abroad);

The C&I Director will also lead engagement efforts both within PFRU-2 and with external partners, including government agencies, donors, and international organizations. While this role is primarily project management-focused rather than technical, it requires a certain level of expertise in culture and identity at the national, regional and local levels. 

Responsibilities  

• Monitor and continuously refine the strategic direction of the C&I project, ensuring alignment with PFRU-2 overarching objectives.  

• Oversee the Key Workstreams to ensure effective coordination, foster integration, and maintain alignment with the project's overall strategic objectives.  

• Contribute to the project budgeting, ensuring efficient use of resources and compliance with donor requirements.  

• Oversee day-to-day project operations, ensuring the timely project deliverables, adherence to budgets, and achievement of project activities.  

• Ensure the integration of gender equality, disability inclusion, and social cohesion across all project activities.  

• Apply conflict-sensitive approaches and promote sustainability in project interventions.  

• Draft project documents, reports and other required materials.  

• Manage the team and thematic experts under the C&I project.   

Stakeholder Engagement and Representation  

• Serve as the primary point of contact for C&I project within PFRU to ensure alignment with other strategic projects.  

• Foster and strengthen partnerships with government institutions, international organizations, ITAs, private sector representatives, and civil society actors to enhance project impact. 

• Present and promote the C&I project in high-level forums, including meetings, workshops, and conferences, as required.  

Deliverables  

• Strategic Project Implementation Plan: comprehensive plan outlining project objectives, timelines, and budget allocations for the one-year implementation period.  

• Regular Progress Reports: Monthly, quarterly, and annual reports detailing project achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.  

Experience:   

• At least 10 years of experience, including 3 years of project management experience (managing teams).   

• Project management experience in leading and managing culture and identity work, which may include roles in government, private sector, international organizations, or civil society.  

• Demonstrated experience of leading project work at different levels (national and local) 

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple workstreams.   

• Familiarity with research processes and contracting procedures.   

• Experience with donor-funded or international development projects. Experience of working with the British government is highly desirable.   

• Thematic expertise in current trends in the culture and identity space in Ukraine (cultural heritage, identity trends, memory work, culture as economic development/creative industries) is highly desirable 

Skills:   

• Strong leadership, organisational, and planning skills.   

• Excellent English writing and communication abilities.   

• Proficiency in stakeholder engagement and facilitation of high-level meetings.   

• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment and meet deadlines.   

Reporting:  

The C&I Director will report to the Social Cohesion Outcome Director and coordinate closely with other Strategic Projects Directors across PFRU-2. 

Application Details

Apply using the following link by April 30th. For roles requiring English language skills, English language CVs are preferred (but not required). We encourage to apply people with disabilities.   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. No telephone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists.

PFRU-2 Recruitment - Candidate Application