The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a state owned organisation. We work worldwide in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. GIZ International Services (InS) is an integral division of GIZ. We offer the experience, the regional and technical know-how of GIZ in the global market and provide international clients with expertise in terms of economic and result-oriented services.

GIZ International Services is looking for an Expert (m/f/d) in the frame of the preparation for a participation in a tender “Municipal Infrastructure Development Programme (MIDP) – Project Preparation Facility Ukraine (PPF) 2025 – 2029”, funded by SECO.

Key expert 6 closely cooperates with key experts 1 (team leader and urban infrastructure project management expert), 2 (urban infrastructure project preparation expert) and 3 (Junior support) and leads the implementation of capacity development measures, which are provided to Ukrainian municipalities. This may include the provision of remote support (hotline), workshops and the exchange with experts of Swiss municipalities.

Additionally, key expert 6 ensures visibility of the MIDP in Ukraine through appropriate communication channels.

General Qualifications and skills

• Master’s degree (for national key expert: minimum bachelor’s degree) in engineering, public procurement, architecture, or similar relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in English language.

General professional experience

• 5 years of experience in the procurement of civil works and associated services, or in the
  implementation of municipal infrastructure projects in Ukraine.
• Solid understanding of the life cycle of municipal infrastructure projects.

Specific professional experience

• At least 5 years professional experience in capacity development of Ukrainian municipal
  administrations. Experience in conducting both in-person and on-line activities of capacity-building is an advantage. Working experience in a multi-stakeholder environment including Ukrainian and international experts is an advantage.
• Good written communication skills in Ukrainian and English (minimum B2). Working experience in the field of communication in Ukraine, including modern communication channels (e.g. social media) is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in communication campaigns or strategies as well as public relation kills are an advantage.

The project will be implemented mainly in Ukraine. This position is foreseen to be located in Ukraine.

Please note that the requirements above are set by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) and are to be considered as minimum requirements unless otherwise stated.

This position is allocated to a full-time / part-time position.

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The intended start date is 02 May 2025 and the period of implementation of the contract will be 60 months from this date.