USAID SOERA looks for Project Management Assіstаnt (Component 1)

Deloitte is seeking a qualified candidate for the USAID State-Owned Enterprises Reform Activity in Ukraine (Ukraine SOERA) to serve as a Project Management Assistant for Component 1. The position is full-time in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Project Background

USAID SOERA program aims to strengthen public sector operations and transparency, improve governance and oversight, advance SOE privatization, and develop a strategic management model for SOEs remaining in state ownership. Smart reform and targeted privatization of Ukraine’s SOEs will reduce opportunities for corruption, increase private sector participation, and stimulate broad-based economic growth. Project components include:

• Component 1: State Property Transfer
• Component 2: State Property Management
• Component 3: Individual SOE/MOE Support
• Component 4: Restoration and Reconstruction
• Component 5: Accountable Public Financial Management.

Three cross-cutting assistance areas (CCAs) that support the work of each component:

• CCA 1: Corporate Governance
• CCA 2: Strategic Communications
• CCA 3: Strengthening Civil Society Role

Objective

The Project Management Assistant will have a wide range of responsibilities, including aiding in the design, development, and implementation of management systems within USAID SOERA components and cross-cutting areas.

Responsibilities

1. Support and Administration

• Support and administer the Component work.
• Assist the Component Lead in preparing project completion reports and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Support the Component Lead in undertaking quality and editorial assurance of project reports and documents.

2. Communication and Coordination

• Establish connections with external clients and other internal SOERA staff to arrange agendas, reports, and presentation materials.
• Coordinate and compile information for meetings, conferences, and seminars, deliver meetings’ minutes; help produce reports from various stakeholders.
• Cooperate with SOERA communications staff to capture the results of Component work and develop content for communication.

3. Teamwork and Collaboration

• Exemplify teamwork, cooperation, and proficiency in cross-functional and individual teams.
• Nurture vital connections, engage, and enlighten others within and outside the team.

4. Documentation and Record-Keeping

• Ensure Component maintenance of project files and supporting documents, in line with prevailing guidance.
• Manage the compilation, consolidation, and analysis of data.

5. Administrative Support

• Provide support in organizing internal meetings, deliver meetings’ minutes.
• Carry out miscellaneous administrative and clerical tasks, collaborating with support services for arranging catering, event logistics, and publication distribution.
• Maintain and administer SOERA project management software tools (software) for the respective component.

6. Lessons Learned and Knowledge Sharing

• Support the Component Lead to ensure lessons learned are identified, captured, and shared in a timely and appropriate manner.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business administration, project management, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees or certifications in project management may be advantageous.
• Professional experience in project management or coordination roles, preferably in a related industry or sector. Experience with project planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting is required.
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively. Experience with project management tools and software is beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with team members, stakeholders, and external partners. The ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve project objectives. Experience working in cross-functional teams is advantageous.
• Experience working on or with USAID or other international donor-funded programs is beneficial.
• Fluent in English — spoken and written.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and time-management skills
• Adeptness with the Microsoft Office suite (particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word) at an intermediate to advanced level.

Qualified candidates are expected to send their CVs in English, cover letters, and two professional reference contacts to [email protected] no later than December 30, 2024. Please indicate the following in the subject field of the email: “Cоmpоnеnt 1 Project Management Assistant”. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.