Ukraine

Advisor on Gender Alliance Secretariat

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in Ukraine is seeking a qualified professional for the project “Strategy and Advisory Support for Reconstruction and Reform in Ukraine” to fill the position of an Advisor on Gender Alliance Secretariat (full-time, Kyiv), (internal SAP code: Advisor)

Kyiv

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The Ukrainian and German government together with UN Women initiated the Alliance for Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Recovery for Ukraine which was launched at the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC) 2024 in Berlin. With more than 100 members the Alliance brings together governments, international organisations, civil society and the business community to jointly advance gender equality and women’s empowerment in Ukraine. The Alliance works with the Ukrainian Platform for Gender Mainstreaming and Inclusive Recovery and its Civil Society Consultative Panel as well as the Sectoral Working Group on Gender Equality in Ukraine, to together ensure a gender-responsive and inclusive recovery.

Key responsibilities:

Managing Gender Alliance’s Secretariat (comprised of one more staff member) in close cooperation with the Alliance’s coordinating body (“Core Group”)
Supporting the implementation of the Gender Alliance’s work plan
Supporting the Core Group (e.g., organizing regular coordination meetings, creating status reports or talking points)
Coordinate Alliance-internal knowledge management
Representing the Secretariat vis a vis the German Embassy and German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
Coordinating activities and exchanges on behalf of BMZ and the Ukrainian Government’s national equal opportunity officer
Conceptualizing and preparing conferences and events: e.g. identifying relevant discussion topics, participants, and speakers, as well as assuming administrative and logistical responsibility
Network management and outreach activities in the field of gender-responsive and inclusive recovery: such as think tanks, civil society organizations, business associations, German and international implementing organizations, international financial institutions, Government of Ukraine
Undertake business trips in Ukraine and/or abroad in accordance with the needs of the Programme

Required qualifications, professional experience and personal competences:

University degree in International Relations, Political Science, Social or Economic Sciences, Conflict Studies, or another relevant field
At least 8-10 years of work experience in Ukraine with a particular focus on cooperation with international donors. Experience with German development cooperation.
In-depth knowledge in the field of gender-responsive and inclusive recovery, including relevant structures and actors in Ukraine. Prior experience with German development cooperation would be an advantage.
Analytical thinking, ability to present complex issues concisely, and deliver high-quality work even under tight deadlines.
Teamwork, social and intercultural competence, organizational skills, strong communication abilities, high political sensitivity, and ability to collaborate and network at national and international levels.
Prior experience in the organization of workshops and events both in-person and virtual.
Excellent working knowledge of ITC technologies (Microsoft 365 platform).
Business fluent in Ukrainian and English (verbal and written); command of German would be an advantage.
Readiness for business travels in Ukraine and abroad.

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 flexible and remote work (depending on projects’ needs up to 10 days a month within Ukrainian border).
Meaningful and valuable work, international environment.

Employment conditions:

Full-time position with 40-hours working week. Place of assignment is Kyiv. Starting as soon as possible. The contract duration will be until December 2026 with the possibility of a 12-month extension.

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 until COB 17 February 2026, Tuesday. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.

Candidates are requested to submit their documents with the following title:

• Surname Name_CV