Senior Project Manager on Infrastructure (VET)

Огляд

The Recovery and Reform Support Team (RST) at the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) is a group of Ukrainian professionals (non-civil servants) funded temporarily by the donors to provide targeted technical support and assist the Ministry in the design and implementation of recovery and reform priorities. The RST will assist in filling the capacity gaps in the design and implementation of priority reform strategies and programmes while strengthening links and partnerships between the Ministry’s priorities and relevant donor support.The senior Project Manager will report to the RST Director / RST Deputy Director (VET) and maintain close coordination and collaboration with the relevant Deputy Minister, Director-General of the Directorate for Vocational Education and Training.

Обов'язки

• coordination of infrastructure development, recovery and modernization activities in VET implemented by other development partners
• coordination of activities related to infrastructure modernization of VET schools for the establishment of Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in the regions of Ukraine, including those supported by other donor projects
• provision of expert input in the identification of equipment needs for CoEs
• provision of expertise and analysis in the area of VET and related policies, legislation, and other relevant documents/materials, specifically those on the optimization of VET schools’ network, facilities and equipment needs and standards;
• provision of expert input in the development of plan/methodology for the optimization of VET schools network, assessment of national and regional infrastructure and equipment needs, ensuring accessibility and environmental sustainability of the VET schools’ network
• coordination of activities related to the modernization of VET schools’ infrastructure in the regions
• liaison and coordination with donors and regions on the establishment of CoEs, modernization of VET schools’ infrastructure
• consulting services and assistance provided including recommendations on inputs to monthly, quarterly and final RST reports to international donors
• proposals for amendments to draft legislative acts and other public policy documents related to the VET sector (within the consultant’s area of expertise)  (upon MoES request)
• analytical/information notes/reports; proposals to MoES orders and other documents on issues of optimisation of the network of VET schools and transfer of VET schools’ property from state to communal ownership (upon MoES request)
• recommendations regarding ways to update the content and ensure the quality of VET (upon MoES request)
• consultations, recommendations and calculations regarding resources needed for restoration and renovation of damaged and destroyed VET schools as a result of war  (upon MoES request)
• progress reports on VET reform development and implementation (upon MoES request)

Вимоги

• master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (civil engineering, architecture, etc.)
• more than 10 years of general post-graduate professional experience
• more than 5 years of specific experience in the field of procurement of infrastructure, equipment and construction works and equipment
• exceptional command of the Ukrainian language and good command of English
• strong ability to articulate complex strategic concepts in both languages
• strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, international donors, and other stakeholders
• proven track record of successful organisational management, with an emphasis on strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance optimization
• strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and trends to inform strategic decision-making
• capability to align strategic initiatives with broader political objectives and agendas
• advanced strategic thinking and planning skills, with a focus on developing and implementing long-term strategies
• proven leadership in guiding projects/ initiatives through transformative change, with a keen understanding of the strategic implications of policy decisions
• familiarity with procurement procedures under Ukrainian legislation, including those carried out by international agents

Умови

• work in Kyiv
• full-time job