Вакансія: Legal Advisor

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in Ukraine is seeking qualified professionals for the project “Capacity Development for Climate Policy in the Countries of South-Eastern and Eastern Europe, the Southern Caucasus and Central Asia, Phase III (CDCPIII)” to fill the position of

Legal Advisor (full-time,Kyiv)

 (internal SAP code: Law Advisor)

Project Background

The regional project Capacity Development for Climate Policy in the Countries of South-Eastern and Eastern Europe, the Southern Caucasus and Central Asia, Phase III (CDCPIII) works in the project region on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

• Selected measures (advisory services, implementation of dialogue events, pilot projects, studies, etc.) are implemented in very close coordination with the client to strengthen capacities for ambitious climate protection policies.
• Cooperation with selected partner countries – including Ukraine, which has recently received EU co-financing – on a longer-term basis and support to the implementation processes of the respective national commitments to implement the Paris Climate Agreement and the EU Association Agreement. Experience gained and project results achieved are made available to the partner countries and are fed into the international expert committees and networks.

In Ukraine CDCPIII supports the establishment of a Climate Innovation Resource and Consultative Centre (the “Ukrainian Climate Office”) with an EU co-financed measure and thus strengthens the capacity of government, companies and NGOs/CSOs for climate protection measures. The objective of the measure in Ukraine is to significantly contribute to the achievement of climate neutrality in Ukraine in 2060. Therefore, the cooperation advises the preparation of policies and implementation of measures in Ukraine that effectively support the transition to a climate-neutral, clean, resource-efficient and secure energy supply and use.

The coordination unit of the project is located in Berlin, Germany.

Responsibilities:

• Assessing and reviewing draft legislative (climate policy) acts and documents.
• Assessing of framework conditions for the elaboration and respective advice to prepare implementation of innovative climate policy instruments such as ambitious carbon pricing mechanisms and other climate related topics.
• Providing legal support for the drafting of laws and by-laws, legal acts especially with a view to the adoption of the EU Acquis Communautaire.
• Supporting concept development for an effective Ukraine climate governance architecture with legal and procedural advice.
• Supporting effective legal setup for Ukrainian Climate Office.
• Analyze EU Acquis Communautaire legislation and successful examples of its implementation in the EU Member states in order to provide relevant support and recommendations to project partners.
• Providing legal advice for and within the climate office team, focusing on climate related topics.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Experiences:

• At least 10 years of experience in legal matters as well as in governmental procedures in Ukraine.
• In-depth knowledge of climate and/ or environment and /or energy and policies, Ukraine.
• Proven experience working on legal and governmental matters, particularly in climate sector would be an advantage.
• Proven work experiences in the context of organizational development.
• Knowledge of the Ukrainian governance system especially climate and environmental policy system.
• Expertise in EU climate and energy related Acquis Communautaire legislation.
• Strong partnerships and engagement skills with a range of stakeholders, including government, private sector, and non-profits.
• Fluency in English and Ukrainian, with excellent ITC skills.
• High flexibility and ability to proactively engage in new and varied assignments, with strong interpersonal skills.

Other knowledge, additional competences:

• Willingness to support the implementation of technical projects with a limited team structure in Kyiv.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Pro-active and engaging.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to perform well under increased pressure.
• Passionate for the topic of climate change and green economy.

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 remote and flexible work;
• Meaningful and valuable work, international environment.

Employment conditions

Full-time position with 40-hours working week. The contract duration is until 30 June 2024 (with an option for prolongation). The assignment starts as soon as possible. The place of assignment is Kyiv.

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 28 June 2023, Wednesday.

By sending the application the candidate gives the consent for the personal data processing for recruitment processes solely.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.