Communication Expert for EU-funded project / Експерт/ка з комунікацій

Background:

NIRAS is looking for an experienced Communication Expert for a new assignment in Ukraine  “EU4CSO – Support to EU engagement with civil society organisations in Ukraine (Phase 3)”. This opportunity is being pursued by NIRAS under the EU’s framework contract Services for External Action (SEA) 2023, lot 10 (Civil Society and Local Authorities).

The global objective of the project is to strengthen cooperation between the European Union Delegation and the civil society sector in Ukraine and contribute to an improved environment for CSOs in Ukraine.

Specific objectives are:

1: Regular consultation and cooperation between the EU Delegation and Ukrainian civil society and other relevant stakeholders
2: Civil society organisations in Ukraine capacitated to actively participate in the EU integration processes, make full use of EU funding opportunities and strengthen their organisational capacity.
3: Knowledge base of the EU Delegation enhanced to assess political, policy and legal processes related to the enabling environment.

The project is set to start on 14/07/2025 and run until 14/07/2029.

Place of performance – Kyiv, Ukraine.

Number of working days: 500. 

Requirements:

The expert oversees and manages all outreach activities that are implemented as part of the contract, including subcontracting and liason with media.

• Qualifications and skills required: Completed university studies of at least three (3) years, attested by a diploma in a relevant field, for example media, humanities, political or social science, PR or journalism. In its absence 5 years of equivalent professional experience. Strong organisational and communication skills.

• General professional experience: At least 6 years professional experience working in public relations.

• Specific professional experience:

- At least 4 years professional experience working in civil society sector or on media or public relations in Ukraine.

- At least 2 years experience on capacity development for civil society in the field of media, public relations or communications.

- Experience in managing communication activities including planning and procurement of services.

- Experience working on EU integration related issues with civil society or media considered an asset.

• Language skills: English language C1; knowledge of Ukrainian language, at least B2.

Application process:

Apply via the link (https://cv.niras.com/job_details/8933) or send your CV to [email protected] and [email protected].