Старший експерт з реформи управління побутовими відходами

A Reform Support Team (RST) at the Ministry regional development, construction, housing and communal services of Ukraine (MinRegion) is looking for a Senior Expert (Category 2, Waste management).

A Reform Support Team (RST) at the Ministry regional development, construction, housing and communal services of Ukraine (MinRegion) is a group of Ukrainian professionals (non-civil servants) funded on a temporary basis by the donors that provides targeted technical support and assists the Ministry in the design and implementation of priority reforms. The RST will assist in filling the capacity gaps in the design and implementation of priority reform strategies and programs, while strengthening links and partnerships between the Ministry’s priorities and relevant donor support.

Waste management sectors reform aims for next main objectives:

• Establishment approach to implementation of separate collection of wast eelectrical and electronic equipment;

• Develop mechanisms to raise financing to the sector.

A senior expert is needed in order to draft, supervise and support the necessary products (documents) related to Waste management sectors reform.

1. Duration and proposed timeframe:

This consultancy duration till 31 October 2018 including 3-month probation period. This appointment may be extended due to the availability of funding, the performance of the consultant and the specific needs of the RST

The Consultant shall deliver services at mainly in Ukraine and for no less than working 20 days per calendar month.

2. Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate preparation of relevant priority work plans, allocation of responsibilities, resource planning and coordination support;

• Collect, elaborate and submit of all relevant documents and materials (e.g. work plans, reports, analyses and proposals) needed for the activities of all relevant technical aid projects and expert missions;

• Support the identification, collection, collation and analysis of relevant data and information;

• Provide all necessary support required to ensure implementation of the new regulation developed under reform priority area, including but not limited to the laws, concepts, programs and secondary legislation;

• Assist in the design, preparation and coordination of implementation of strategic framework in devoted areas;

• Preparing of timely and quality reports and status updates on implementation progress;

• Preparation of slides for presentations and/or information for infographics.

3. Main anticipated deliverables:

• Analysis of the best international practice for waste management sector;

• Drafted the National Strategy Waste Treatment and Action Plan, based on the National Strategy;

• Drafted legislation changes and policy measures in waste management sector;

• Developed proposals for tariffs setting methodology;

• Regular economic analysis on the sector development;

• Regular progress reports on reform development and implementation.

4. Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Qualifications and skills:

• Master degree in finance, economics, law or business administration;

• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills;

• PC literacy (PowerPoint, Project, Excel, Word);

• Fluency in Ukrainian and English.

General professional experience:

More than 10 years of general professional experience. Prior experience of work in public services reform team is a plus.

Specific professional experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in development, analysis, implementation of policies and strategies or project management in waste management sectors;

• Experience with the reform implementation in Ukraine, especially as related to housing and communal sector is a plus;

• Experience with government entities and their mandate and processes is an asset.

5. Indicative Performance criteria: (Key Performance Indicators – KPI):

• % of tasks delivered within deadlines

• Timely submission of monthly performance reports

6. Remuneration

The estimated monthly value of this consultancy position is in the region of EUR 800 – 1400 GROSS. The funding source of this assignment is the EBRD-Ukraine Stabilisation and Sustainable Growth Multi-Donor Account. The exact rate will be made by the Recruitment Committee comprised of representatives of the MinRegion and international donors.

7. Submissions

Submissions must be prepared in English and delivered electronically by August 27, 2018to the following address: [email protected]

All submissions must include:

• Filled Application Form;

• At least one professional reference letter (from the past supervisor / manager);

• Applicant’s CV;

• Expected salary range (for information only);

• Only complete submissions, containing the above, can be considered;

• Selected applicants will be invited to the interview.

8. Selection Procedure

Following the evaluation of all applications received, selected candidates will be invited to a brief written test in the Ministry regional development, construction, housing and communal services of Ukraine covering both general and technical questions in both English and Ukrainian. Only short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview.