Deputy Country Director for Program
Quick answer
People in Need is hiring a senior Deputy Country Director for Program in Kyiv, Ukraine, with a starting salary of 3700 – 4000 Eur/month, to lead the development and execution of the program portfolio.
- Role
- Deputy Country Director for Program
- Organization
- People in Need
- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- 3700 – 4000 Eur/month
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Deputy Country Director for Program supervises the entire program portfolio, develops and executes the program strategy, and represents PIN in national and international events. The role involves managing a diverse team, ensuring program quality, and contributing to strategic decision-making.
What you'll do
- Lead the development and execution of the program portfolio in line with PIN Ukraine Country Program Strategy
- Ensure effective and focused on quality management of PIN’s program through line management of the program team, oversight of key processes and indicators, and reporting
- Ensure that country program have sound implementation strategies and work plans
- Ensure humanitarian principles, conflict sensitivity, gender, protection and inclusion, environmental sustainability other cross-cutting themes as relevant are followed, and mainstreamed in all program, as well as the program strategic plans
- Ensure effective cooperation with the MEAL Department to support an adequate monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning system, and good practices
- Contribute to sharing of experiences, lessons learned, and good practice across sites and from other PIN country programs and promotion of learning from relevant best practices internally and externally
What it takes
- University degree in a relevant field
- Solid leadership and staff management skills, with a proven track record of managing large and diverse teams and contributing to the capacity building of national and international staff
- Proven track record of leading an organization through change and/or transition
- Experience in early recovery, development and humanitarian programming, preferably in the region
- Strong understanding of the humanitarian-development-peace nexus and proven experience in its implementation
- Experience with strategic programme planning, project cycle management, people management, fundraising, project development and proposal development
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Starting Salary and benefits based on PIN’s salary scale and HR policies: 3700 – 4000 Eur/month; Additional allowances include: Monthly Subsistence Allowance of 1440 EUR; Monthly Hardship Allowance of 400 EUR; Accommodation provided by PIN/Monthly Housing Allowance up to 1000 EUR; RnR Allowance of 350 Eur/cycle. Time off and Rest: 25 days of holiday annually; 10 sick days; Rest & Recreation (R&R) policy of 5 days x 3 cycles per year; Travel benefits: Reimbursement of travel expenses with travel to the country of residence once every 6 months of work; Reimbursement of costs of visas and vaccinations; assistance with the visa application procedure; Reimbursement for the medical check-up before and after the deployment; Travel health insurance covering medical care, incl. the repatriation; Health and Well-being: 24/7 Medical Support available online; Free psychological consultations available online; Professional Development: Free access to e-learning platforms and PIN Learning Hub; PIN’s global Induction Training, and tailored capacity-building opportunities, including Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT).
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Kyiv, Ukraine.
What is the compensation package?
The starting salary is 3700 – 4000 Eur/month, with additional allowances and benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a university degree in a relevant field, solid leadership and staff management skills, and experience in early recovery, development, and humanitarian programming.
How do I apply?
Send your CV and a short cover letter via the application form on the People in Need website.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office in Kyiv, Ukraine.
How to apply
Apply directly on People in Need's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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