Centrе for Economic Strategy seeks Senior project manager (Investments), short-term position,  for the WNISEF-funded project “Technical support for the Ministry of Economy regarding investments, war-risk insurance and development of the processing industries”.

The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine (MoE), CES major partner and WNISEF beneficiary, intending to restore and elevate Ukraine’s industrial potential to the European level estimate that it is necessary to establish approximately 600 modern productions in various sectors.

The pursuit of these opportunities requires a set of well-coordinated policy actions: in this regard, the MoE is establishing the Project Office to ensure and strengthen the economic development toolset. Through this assignment CES will provide short-term expert support to the MoE.

In particular, Senior project manager (Investments) will be responsible for assisting the Ministry with overseeing the planning and execution of various initiatives that contribute to development of the investment strategy of Ukraine (including development of sectoral investment strategies). 

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• • Conducting thorough research and analysis of investment strategies implemented worldwide to identify best practices and adapt them to the local context;
• • Development of strategies and action plans to stimulate economic activity, enhance competitiveness and attract investments;
• • Development of project plans, including defining project scope, goals, and deliverables for the investment strategy;
• • Collaborating with stakeholders to define economic potential, determine project feasibility and secure necessary support and resources; align them with overall economic development goals;
• • Developing a framework for preparing the incentive effect analysis, counterfactual scenario and market operator test that is tailored to the needs of the prevalent FDI projects in Ukraine, considering EU and Ukrainian policies; The framework shall include guidance on developing adequate analysis that will allow the Ministry to demonstrate the effectiveness and proportionality of the incentives offered to the investor;
• • Leading investment strategy project teams, providing clear direction, guidance, and support throughout all phases;
• • Monitoring progress, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and quality standards;
• • Fostering effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and partners;
• • Coordinating and facilitating regular meetings, status updates and reporting.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience:

• • Degree, preferably in Economics, Business or similar;
• • Relevant professional experience in investment policy creation and analysis;
• • Experience in working in international contexts, with a strong understanding of global best practices in incentives programs, FDI promotion, USAID and Ukraine Facility Plan frameworks;
• • Familiarity with the investment climate and business environment in Ukraine;
• • Excellent written communication skills and analytic capacity and ability to synthesize relevant collected data and findings for the preparation of quality analysis and evidence-based policy recommendations;
• • Fluency in Ukrainian and English.

The place of performance for this assignment is Ukraine (remotely and in person, as feasible), with relevant local travel required to fulfill the assignment.   

This assignment will require up to 12 months of LOE, from on/about 01 February 2024, through on/about 31 January 2025. 

Application Instructions:

Please send a CV and brief letter of interest in English indicating related experience and achievements by February 05, 2024 to [email protected]. Please include your name and “Senior project manager (Investments)” in the subject line. Please note the position is open for Ukrainian citizens only. Candidates will be reviewed and interviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.