Радник/ця з питань розвитку та реформування фінансового сектору (повний робочий день, Київ)
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in Ukraine is seeking a qualified professional for the programme STEP IN 2 EU (Support for Trade, Economy, Policies, Institutions, Norms) to fill the position of the:
Advisor on Financial Sector Development and Reform (full-time, Kyiv)
(internal SAP code: Advisor)
The programme STEP IN 2 EU is implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), with co-funding contributions from the European Union and Norway. The political partner is the Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine (MEEA).
The overall objective of the programme is to improve the economic policy conditions and financing options for the integration of Ukrainian companies into the EU single market. STEP IN 2 EU has four interlinked outputs:
- Strengthened capacities of the MEEA, the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) and other relevant actors for the development and implementation of economic policy reforms in the context of EU accession.
- Implementation measures and processes to promote the integration of Ukrainian companies and financial institutions into the EU internal market.
- Improved location conditions for prioritised sectors in selected regions of Ukraine.
- Improved capacities of selected financial institutions to provide financial services to Ukrainian companies.
Four teams deliver the programme. They work closely together through joint planning and implementation procedures, permanent platforms and flexible mechanisms.
Tasks and Areas of Responsibilities:
- The Team “Financial Sector Reform and Access to Finance” is looking for an Advisor in the field of financial sector development and the cooperation with key partner and stakeholders, undertaking the following tasks:
- Advice to and cooperation within the team, steering activities with a wide range of Ukrainian partners (MEEA, NBU, associations such as AUB, NABU, insurance; the Business Development Fund – BDF, the Export Credit Agency -ECA and financial institutions) and international organisations such as the European Central Bank, the European Banking Authority, EU central banks, the IMF, KFW, EIB, etc.
- Coordinate and support the cooperation with the NBU, selected Ukrainian associations of financial institutions such as banks, non-banks financial service providers, insurance companies in the areas of financial sector reform and the implementation of EU standards/regulation – in close alignment with the international consultancy and technical experts.
- Support establishing and accompanying a committee and/or working groups set up jointly with the partner associations in thematic areas outlined above, in order to provide aligned “bottom-up feedback” to the NBU and other relevant policy makers.
- Design and preparation of technical workshops, trainings and seminars offered by the partner associations and conducted by a consulting company and/or international experts.
- Taking responsibility in managing contractual and procurement processes with subcontractors, consultants, financing recipients etc., in consultation with the Management Team. Monitoring contract arrangements with consultants and partners, and their delivery of services.
- Support the communication with the MEEA, the NBU and other Government institutions in the areas of economic and financial sector reforms as well as with international partners and donors/co-funders. Drafting reports to the funding partners of the STEP-in-2-EU Programme.
- Promote a close cooperation on STEP-in-2-EU Program-level between different teams and in selected internal platforms
- Maintain a good flow of communication and information both with external stakeholders
- Regular exchange and planning sessions with the team leader; preparing regular updates for the Management Team.
Required Qualifications, Experience and Competences:
- Bachelor’s or Master‘s degree (or equivalent) in economics, financing, banking or business administration, or another degree relevant for this position.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in the Ukrainian financial sector or in international development cooperation with a focus on financial systems development.
- Professional experience in economic policy, financial and/or private sector development
- Experience in cooperation with political decision makers, ministries and/or associations
- Strong communication, organizational and coordination skills
- Excellent intercultural competences and awareness about political sensitivities
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
- Extensive IT skills (Office 365, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as SAP skills) are a prerequisite.
- High standards of confidentiality, integrity and loyalty
- Strong cooperation skills, team player with openness for new management approaches.
- Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed
- Readiness for business travels in Ukraine and abroad
- Business fluent in Ukrainian and English (verbal and written)
We offer:
- Official employment, salary fixed in EUR, performance-related bonuses and 13th salary.
- Medical insurance, 29 vacation days annually.
- Language classes, hard and soft skills trainings.
- Individual and group psychological support.
- Possible flexible and remote work (depending on projects’ needs up to 10 days a month within Ukrainian border).
- Meaningful and valuable work, international environment.
Employment conditions:
Full-time position with 40-hours working week; part-time arrangements shall be considered if required. Place of assignment is Kyiv. The assignment shall start on March 1st, 2026. The contract duration will be 12 months with the possibility of prolongation.
GIZ is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and challenging working environment with opportunities for skill enhancement.
Application:
We are looking forward to your application in English, comprising your CV and a Cover letter explaining your motivation to apply for the job to [email protected] until COB 9 January
2026, Friday. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.
Candidates are requested to submit their documents with the following title:
- Surname Name_CV
- Surname Name_Cover letter
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