Background
The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that works to strengthen democratic institutions around the world by engaging civil society and promoting openness and accountability in government. NDI has been supporting local democratization efforts in Ukraine since 1992. For more information about NDI, please visit: www.ndi.org
General overview of the position
The Senior/Program Manager (PM) will play a pivotal role in supporting NDI’s elections program activities in Ukraine, under the primary direction of the Resident Deputy Country Director, and ultimately the Resident Senior Country Director.
The S/PM’s primary responsibilities include contributing to NDI’s election programming strategy; collecting and analyzing election-related news and information; staying up to date with relevant legislation, regulations and reforms; coordinating election-related programming across teams and with various partners; representing NDI at conferences and activities; liaising with NDI headquarters-based teams regarding NDI election programming; and serving as NDI’s main contact for election-related inquiries. The position may have supervisory responsibilities.
This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected from individuals in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, and duties required. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support the organization’s goals and objectives.
Remuneration Package
NDI Ukraine’s salaries are subject to applicable employment taxes established by the government legislation. Gross salary reflects a 40-hour per week work schedule. Healthcare insurance coverage is available from the first day of employment. The full benefits of local staff members of the NDI-Ukraine office after the probation period include 20 days of paid vacation leave per year, paid sick leaves, and officially observed Ukrainian holidays.
Deadline: The deadline for the submission of the required documents is by close of business on November 26, 2024.
Selection Process: Interested applicants are invited to apply via the Application Form: https://forms.gle/fi R6cfjcyy QCA5bz9.
Only candidates who are long-listed will be invited to the written test stage. Successful candidates from this stage will proceed to the interview. For certain positions, a pre-screening recording may be required, and an additional interview with the Program Senior Director may also be conducted.
In Ukraine, NDI employs Ukrainian citizens and occasionally third country nationals who have the authorization to work in Ukraine.
The NDI Ukraine is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the organization. The NDI Ukraine is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and encourages all applicants, regardless of their abilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
The NDI Ukraine actively supports the recruitment of veterans and encourages qualified individuals with military service backgrounds to apply, recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to the workplace.
The NDI Ukraine has the authority to re-promote the vacancy, terminate the recruitment process, provide an appointment at a lower grade, or offer an appointment with a revised job description or for a different duration.