Senior Project Officer in Chemonics International inc. / PFRU

Senior Project/-a Specialist/-Ka will provide support in the management, coordination and control over the implementation of the “stable population” and “local socio-economic recovery”, as well as technical assistance in the development of projects aimed at projects aimed Achieving the goals of the program.

Local Socio-Economic Recovery Project aimed at supporting the economic activity of communities through stimulating programs, providing participating services, as well as supporting and strengthening the potential of local authorities, business and civil society.

Basic responsibilities

Senior Project/-a Specialist/-ha is responsible for performing the following duties:

• coordination of activities and activities and activities results of conducting projects, ensuring timely execution and observance of all schedules and stages.
• keeping documentation on the implementation Collaboration with stakeholders (interested parties) of the project, including team members, partners, grenters, suppliers and other parties. prevent and minimize these risks. Assistance in the management of the budgets of projects and grants. projects and possibilities of their implementation in the required time. politicians, proceduresand regulatory requirements during the activities of the projects. Conflict conditions.
• If necessary, participation in technical seminars, presentations and meetings. Technical support for management, including meeting planning, coordination of travel organization and coordinating communication between team members. Skills and Qualification:
  • Bachelor's degree in social sciences, human resources management, record keeping, management, economics, public policy, development or in the adjacent industry. Master's degree is an advantage.
  • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in managing projects, developing human resources or increasing potential with a focus on human capital development or similar initiatives.
  • experience in working with international development organizations , government agencies or NGOs are an advantage.
  • Uplistic knowledge of current political, economic, social and cultural dynamics in Ukraine.
  • demonstrated the ability to work in a team, personally and remotely. >
  • Economic and political awareness of existing networks in central and regional authorities of Ukraine.
  • Understanding the dynamics of war in Ukraine. l>
  • Free Knowledge of Ukrainian and English. in Kiev. Remote work is possible when the management is agreed. manager and coordinates work with other FPSU team members as needed. Submission of Summary:

    
    

    The Partnership Fund for a Resilient Ukraine (PFRU-2) is a long-term donor program managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Commonwealth and Development (FCDO) of the United Kingdom.

    The goal of PFRU-2 is to provide the Ukrainian state with better conditions for managing inclusive recovery and rebuilding Ukraine in partnership with civil society and the private sector in the context of Russian aggression. This aims to contribute to the development of a more resilient, socially cohesive, inclusive, democratic, sovereign, and prosperous Ukraine. PFRU-2 provides funding to Ukrainian and international implementing partners and implements projects based on research results and evidence-based practices.

    The Senior Project Officer will support the management, coordination, and oversight of the implementation of the "Resilient Populations" and "Local Socio-Economic Recovery" projects, as well as provide technical assistance in project development aimed at achieving the program's goals.

    The “Resilient Populations” project focuses on supporting veterans and their families, whose numbers are rapidly growing due to the full-scale invasion (according to preliminary estimates from the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, their number could reach 4-5 million people).

    The "Local Socio-Economic Recovery" project aims to support economic activity in communities through stimulus programs, participatory services, as well as provide support and strengthen the capacity of local authorities, businesses, and civil society.

    Key Responsibilities

    The Project Officer is responsible for the following:

    • Coordination of project activities and results, ensuring timely execution and adherence to all schedules and milestones.
    • Keeping project documentation, including plans, progress reports, meeting protocols, and other relevant documents.
    • Coordination and collaboration with project stakeholders, including team members, partners, grantors, suppliers, and others.
    • Risk management, including identifying potential risks and issues that could affect project implementation and developing strategies to prevent and mitigate these risks.
    • Monitoring and evaluation: tracking project results against established objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs), conducting regular interim evaluations, and proposing improvements.
    • Assisting in managing project and grant budgets.
    • Preparing regular project reports, including monitoring progress, problems, risks, and key performance indicators.
    • Communicating with the financial management team to ensure the financial viability of projects and their ability to be implemented within required timelines.
    • Supporting training and capacity building for grantors and project team members, providing recommendations on project methodologies, tools, and best practices.
    • Ensuring adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements during project implementation.
    • Sharing lessons learned and disseminating best practices from project experience.
    • Ensuring project compliance with principles of gender equality, social inclusion, and conflict-sensitive programming.
    • Participating in technical seminars, presentations, and meetings as needed.
    • Traveling to regions for project monitoring as necessary.
    • Providing administrative and logistical support to management, including meeting planning, coordinating travel arrangements, and facilitating communication between team members.
    • Performing additional technical tasks and delivering results as required.

    Required Skills and Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
    • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in project management, human resources development, or capacity building with a focus on human capital development or similar initiatives.
    • Experience working with international development organizations, government agencies, or NGOs is preferred.
    • Up-to-date knowledge of the current political, economic, social, and cultural dynamics in Ukraine.
    • Demonstrated ability to work both in a team, personally, and remotely.
    • Economic and political awareness of existing networks in central and regional government bodies in Ukraine.
    • Understanding of the dynamics of the war in Ukraine.
    • Strong communication skills (both oral and written).
    • Fluency in Ukrainian and English.

    Location:

    This position requires full-time work at the office in Kyiv. Remote work may be possible with managerial approval.

    Reporting:

    The Senior Project Officer reports directly to the Senior Project Manager and coordinates with other PFRU team members as needed.

    Instructions for Submitting Resumes:

    Please submit your application via this link by February 24, 2025. For positions where English is mandatory, it is preferred (but not required) to submit your resume in English. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. No phone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists.

    "Chemonics" is an equal opportunity employer for all candidates and employees and does not engage in discrimination in hiring or employment based on race, color, religion, sex, nationality, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, union membership, or other factors unrelated to professional duties.