USAID SOERA looks for Cоmpоnеnt 2 and 3 Project Management Officers (PMOs)

Deloitte is seeking qualified candidates to close two Project Management Officer (PMO) vacancies to support Components 2 and 3 of the USAID State-Owned Enterprises Reform Activity in Ukraine (SOERA). This vacancy announcement will result in the hiring of two candidates for different components. Both positions are 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 PMO will have a wide range of responsibilities, including aiding in the design, development, and implementation of management systems within USAID SOERA Component 2: State Property Management (1 PMO) and Component 3: Individual SOE/MOE Support (1 PMO).

Responsibilities

1. Support and Administration

• Support the document flow of the approvals within the Component – SOW and TOR drafting, MOU and NDA with beneficiaries, LOE projections and reports, ICA approval forms, meeting notes.
• Assist the Component Lead in preparing project completion reports and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, keeping the deadlines and hierarchy of approvals.
• Support Component management calls. This includes creating agendas, taking notes, and sending out action items.
• Support the Component Lead in undertaking quality and editorial assurance of project reports and documents.

2. Communication and Coordination

• Establish connections with project stakeholders and SOERA staff to arrange agendas, reports, and presentation materials.
• Coordinate and compile information for meetings, conferences, and seminars; 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

• Maintain and continuously update project tracking tools to keep track of tasks related to meetings, subcontracts, independent consultants, invoice submissions, and compliance matters within Component.
• 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/external meetings.
• Carry out miscellaneous administrative and clerical tasks, collaborating with support services for arranging catering, event logistics, and publication distribution.
• Maintain and administer SOERA databases.

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.
• Fluent in English and Ukrainian — spoken and written.
• Presence in Kyiv.
• 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, cover letters, and two professional letters of reference/reference contacts to [email protected] no later than May 8, 2024. Please indicate the following in the subject field of the email: “Cоmpоnеnt 2/3 Project Management Officer”. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.