Position Description

Call for Economic Competitiveness Technical Experts, USAID/Ukraine Private Sector Support Activity
Work Location Ukraine
City Kyiv
Job Code 2749
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Introduction:

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. 

Positions Summary:

DT Global seeks highly motivated and experienced individuals interested in being considered for proposed positions for the upcoming USAID/Ukraine Private Sector Support activity. This project will serve as USAID/Ukraine’s flagship trade and competitiveness project from 2024 to 2029. The award will build on the work of the Competitive Economy Program (CEP), which is scheduled to end in October 2025, and will be a major component of USAID’s Economic Stability and Recovery Initiative (ESRI). The new award will work to foster a better business enabling environment, provide support for competitive industries and firms, boost job creation, and increase exports.

DT Global is seeking USAID professionals in the fields of:

  • Competitiveness and Access to Markets: Increase the competitiveness of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and their capacity to comply with international export standards and access new foreign markets.
  • Access to Finance: Support local stakeholders to catalyze investment in SMEs, with a focus on increasing access to finance.
  • Business Enabling Environment: Work with government institutions and other stakeholders to strengthen the legal and regulatory framework for SMEs.
  • Workforce Development: Support local stakeholders to develop a highly skilled labor force for key sectors.

Qualifications:

 

Senior-level Positions:

  • Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Preferred education: Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant field, preferably familiar with Ukraine or similar context.
  • Experience leading donor-funded programs in similar context required; USAID project experience preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills required.
  • Fluency in English required.
  • Ukrainian nationals are highly encouraged to apply.

Mid-level Positions:

  • Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Preferred education: Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in relevant field, preferably familiar with Ukraine or similar context.
  • Experience contributing to donor-funded programs in similar context required; USAID project experience preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills required.
  • Fluency in English required.
  • Ukrainian nationals are highly encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions: To apply for any of the above positions, please send your CV and cover letter to recruiting@dt-global.com  with the applicable position title and “Ukraine PSS" in the Subject line (for example, Access to Finance – Ukraine PSS). 

Core Competencies:

TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.  

COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.  

ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.  

CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.  

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.  

PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.  

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


DT Global (dt-global.com) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. 

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