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IFES is a non-profit, non-partisan international organization. As the global leader in democracy promotion, IFES advances good governance and democratic rights by providing technical assistance to election officials; empowering the underrepresented to participate in the political process; and applying field-based research to improve the electoral cycle. Since 1987, IFES has worked in over 145 countries, from developing democracies to mature democracies.

Since 1994, IFES has played a significant role in promoting electoral, administrative, and legal reform in Ukraine. In cooperation with partners in Ukrainian civil society and the Central Election Commission (CEC), IFES is working to foster dialogue on electoral reform, build the capacity of local NGOs, institutionalize best practices in training election officials and ensure more equal representation in the electoral process for disadvantaged populations, especially women, representatives of national minorities and persons with disabilities.

IFES is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Project Officer.

The Project Officer will design and implement activities within the Digital Transformation section under the supervision of the IFES Digital Transformation Advisor.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement activities in the areas of improving the legal framework of elections cybersecurity and digital transformation due to the IFES program needs, consulting key government and non-governmental stakeholders on approaches related to elections digital transformation, e-governance, cybersecurity, and new electoral technologies such as results management systems and Internet voting under the supervision of the IFES Digital Transformation Advisor;
• Develop and implement cybersecurity and digital transformation activities in accordance with the programmatic budget, and performance plans in close co-ordination and collaboration with the Digital Transformation team, IFES senior staff, beneficiaries, local partners, and stakeholders. Suggest priorities and adjustments to the work plan and design of activities;
• Contribute to the development of a sustainable project management cycle based on implementation standards and guidance from the IFES’s Digital Transformation Advisor. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, build capacity, and provide guidance within the Digital Transformation team to deliver high-quality inputs;
• Provide primary technical input related to cybersecurity and digital transformation in elections during the development and finalization of various documents.
• Collaborate with HQ with a view of developments in cybersecurity and digital transformation in a local and global context, and advise on actions, legislation, and policy development;
• Support the development by the Digital Team Staff relevant procurements in accordance with regulations, procedures and donor requirements;
• Provide advice to the team and stakeholders on improving the visibility of IFES Ukraine by representing the organization at various public activities;
• Training of staff on evolving cybersecurity and technology solutions for elections;
• Contribute to and review regular programmatic reports to donors and IFES Headquarters, project activities assessments and analysis efforts, reporting, and briefings on digital transformation and cybersecurity issues;
• Support planning international and domestic public events, discussions, conferences, and round-tables in close cooperation with Digital Transformation Advisor, Head of Programs, and IFES Senior staff;
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS and SPECIFICATIONS

• The ability to remain highly organized while handling multiple tasks under tight deadlines;
• Ability to work and complete tasks with limited supervision;
• Value operating in a collaborative and cooperative environment;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills;
• Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness;
• Conduct himself/herself with integrity and function ethically.

EDUCATION and QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field;
• Minimum of four years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s degree;
• Demonstrated professional experience and knowledge in the thematic area of technologies in elections and cybersecurity strengthening efforts in Ukraine;
• Proven experience in implementing donors-funded technical assistance projects;
• Excellent writing skills would be an asset.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Fluency in English and Ukrainian languages is required. 

TRAVEL: Travel may be required.

This position is based in Kyiv and the incumbent will be expected to work on-site. 

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a Letter of Interest in English, with “Project Officer” in the subject line, to Valeriia Zhyman [email protected] copying Diana Koval at [email protected] no later than October 20, 2023.

All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment/promotions and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. IFES encourages people with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds to apply.