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EUROPEAN EXTERNAL ACTION SERVICE
Annex 1
EU Advisory Mission for Civilian Security Sector Reform Ukraine
(EUAM Ukraine)
2-2014 Call for Contributions
Organisation: EUAM Ukraine
Job
Location: Kyiv
Availability: As indicated below
Staff
Regime: As indicated below
Job Titles/
Vacancy
notice
Ref. Name of the post Location Available on
Seconded
UA59 Executive Assistant to DHoM Kyiv ASAP
UA60 Chief of Planning Department Kyiv ASAP
UA61 Chief of Reporting Section Kyiv February 2015
UA62 Reporting Officer Kyiv February 2015
UA63 Strategic Evaluation Analyst Kyiv ASAP UA65 Political Advisor Kyiv ASAP UA66 Gender Advisor Kyiv ASAP UA67 Head of Strategic SSR Advisory Unit Kyiv ASAP
UA68 Head of Administration of Justice Advisory Unit Kyiv ASAP
UA69 Strategic Judiciary Reform Adviser Kyiv February 2015
UA70 Strategic Prosecutorial Reform Adviser Kyiv February 2015
UA71 Strategic Border Guard Service Adviser Kyiv ASAP UA72 Strategic Customs and Revenue Collection Adviser Kyiv ASAP UA73 Head of Coordination and Cooperation Component Kyiv ASAP UA74 Coordination and Cooperation Officer Kyiv ASAP UA75 Head of Good Governance Advisory Unit Kyiv ASAP UA76 Strategic Public Oversight Reform Adviser Kyiv February 2015
UA 77 Strategic Administration Reform Adviser Kyiv ASAP UA78 Strategic Financial Reform Adviser Kyiv ASAP UA79 Strategic Logistics and Procurement Adviser Kyiv ASAP UA31 Strategic Public Order Adviser Kyiv ASAP
UA80-81 Strategic Criminal Investigations Adviser (2
positions) Kyiv ASAP
UA82-89 Regional Outreach Officer (8 positions) Kyiv ASAP UA90 Parliamentary Liaison / Civil Society Adviser Kyiv ASAP
UA91-92 Vetting Adviser (2 positions) Kyiv ASAP UA93 Change Management Adviser Kyiv ASAP
UA37 and
UA 94 Domestic Security Strategic Adviser (2 positions) Kyiv ASAP
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Seconded/Contracted
UA95 Public Relations Officer / Spokesperson Kyiv ASAP
UA64 Media Information Analysis Officer Kyiv February 2015
UA96 Deputy Senior Mission Security Officer Kyiv/
Countrywide ASAP
UA97 Mission Security Officer Kyiv/
Countrywide ASAP
UA98 Mission Security Officer Field Security Instructor Kyiv/
Countrywide ASAP
UA99 HR Officer - Training Officer
(Rotation/Training/Travel) Kyiv ASAP
UA55 Chief of CIS Kyiv ASAP
UA100 CIS Officer IT Kyiv ASAP
UA101 Logistics Officer Kyiv ASAP
Deadline for
applications: Friday 9 January 2015 at 17:00 hours Brussels time
address to
send the Job
Application
Form:
Information:
For more information relating to selection and recruitment, please contact the Civilian
Planning and Conduct Capability (CPCC):
Mr Filippo Mangione
Seconded Personnel – For seconded positions, only personnel nominations received through official
channels from Member/contributing third States will be considered. Member/contributing third States will
bear all personnel-related costs for seconded personnel, including salaries, medical coverage, travel expenses
to and from the Mission area (including home leave) and allowances other than those paid according to
document 7291/09 (10 March 2009) and 9084/13 (30 April 2013) Personnel seconded from contributing
third States is not entitled to receive allowances paid according to document 7291/09 (10 March 2009) and
9084/13 (30 April 2013).
Contracted Personnel – The Mission may recruit international staff on a contractual basis as required,
through an employment contract. The employment contract with the Mission establishes the conditions of
employment, rights and obligations, remuneration, allowances, travel and removal expenses and the
applicable high risk insurance policy.
Tour of Duty/Contract Period – Subject to the adoption of the Council Decision approving the appropriate
Budgetary Impact Statement (BIS), the duration of the deployment should be of 12 months.
Co-location of Strategic Advisors – posts relating to Strategic Advice to the Ukrainian authorities are likely
to involve co-location with those authorities with the normal daily place of work of the post holder being
within the premises of those they are advising. Personnel nominated should be made aware of this and that
whilst generally working conditions within the premises of Ukrainian authorities are good, the Mission has
little influence over them.
The Civilian Operational Commander requests that Member/contributing third States propose candidates for
the following international expert positions for EUAM Ukraine, according to the requirements and profiles
described below:
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A. Essential requirements
Member/contributing third States are requested to ensure that the following essential requirements are strictly
met and accepted in respect of civilian international experts to the Mission.
Citizenship – Citizenship of a Member State of the European Union (EU) or full rights as a citizen of a
contributing third State.
Integrity – The participants must maintain the highest standards of personal integrity, impartiality and self-
discipline within the Mission. Participants are not allowed to provide or discuss any information or document
as a result of access to classified and/or sensitive information relating to the Mission or respective tasks and
activities. The participants shall carry out their duties and act in the interest of the Mission.
Negotiation Skills – The participants must have excellent negotiating skills and the ability to work
professionally in a stressful and diverse environment.
Flexibility and adaptability – Be able to work in arduous conditions with a limited network of support and
with unpredictable working hours and a considerable workload. Ability to work professionally as a member
of a team, in task forces and working groups with mixed composition (e.g. civilian police, judicial, civilian
and military staff). Be able to cope with extended separation from family and usual environment.
Availability – To undertake any other administrative tasks related with the competencies, responsibilities
and functions of the respective position within the Mission, as required by the Head of the Mission.
Physical and mental health – Physically fit and in good health without any physical or mental problems or
substance dependency which may impair operational performance in the Mission. To ensure duty of care in a
non-benign environment, selected personnel should, in principle, be under the normal age of retirement in
Member/contributing third States.
Ability to communicate effectively in English – Mission Members must be fully fluent in written and
spoken English. Report writing skills are especially needed.
Computer Skills – Skills in Word processing, spread sheet and e-mail systems are essential. Knowledge of
other IT tools will be an asset.
Training – eHest (https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/eeas/ehest/login/signup.php) or equivalent is required.
Serious deficiencies in any of these essential requirements may result in repatriation/termination of the
secondment/contract.
B. Recommended requirements
Knowledge of the EU Institutions – To have knowledge of the EU Institutions and international standards,
particularly related to the Common Foreign and Security Policy, including the Common Security and
Defence Policy.
Knowledge of Ukraine – To have a good knowledge of the history, culture, social and political situation of
the region; to have knowledge of the police, judiciary and governmental structures (distinct advantage).
Knowledge and experience of SSR: to be acquainted with Security Sector Reform concepts and practices,
especially in eastern and south Eastern Europe, Central Asia and the Caucasus (distinct advantage).
Training and experience – To have attended a Civilian Crisis Management Course or have participated in a
CSDP Mission (desirable)
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C. Essential documents for selected candidates
Passport – The participants must obtain a passport from the respective national authorities. However,
seconding Member/contributing third States should preferably provide their personnel with a
service/diplomatic passport.
Visas – Member/contributing third States and Mission members must ensure that visas are obtained for entry
into the Mission area prior to departure from their home country. It is also essential to obtain any transit
visas, which may be required for passage through countries en route to the Mission.
Personnel Security Clearance required – The selected candidate will have to be in possession of the
necessary level of Personnel Security Clearance (PSC) as specified in the respective job description. For
seconded experts, the original certificate of the national security clearance or a proof of the initiation of the
process must accompany them upon deployment. For seconded experts, access to EUCI will be limited to
RESTRICTED until the issuance of their national security clearance.For contracted experts, the process will
be initiated by the Mission upon deployment.
Certificate/Booklet of vaccination – To be in possession of a valid certificate/booklet of vaccination
showing all vaccinations and immunizations received. Member/contributing third States have ultimate
responsibility for ensuring their Experts have adequate vaccinations consistent with the agreed "Medical
Support Principles" (ARES 2011/290250). Experts should be vaccinated according to the required
immunizations for the Mission area.
Medical certificate – All selected personnel should undergo an extensive medical examination and be
certified medically fit for Mission duty by a competent authority from the Member/contributing third State.
A copy of this certification must accompany deployed seconded/contracted personnel.
Driving license – Be in possession of a valid – including Mission area – civilian driving license for motor
vehicles (Category B or equivalent). Able to drive any 4-wheel drive vehicle. Category C driving license is
desirable.
D. Additional information on the selection process
The EU strives for improved gender balance in CSDP operations in compliance with UNSCR 1325. The
Civilian Operations Commander encourages Member/contributing third States to take this into account when
offering contributions.
Application form – Applications will be considered only when using the standard Application Form
(Annex 2) to be returned in Word-format, and indicating which position(s) the candidate is applying for.
Selection process – The candidates considered to be most suitable will be shortlisted and, if needed,
interviewed in Brussels, at the Headquarters of the Mission or by phone, before the final selection is made. If
seconded candidates are required to travel to Brussels location for interviews, the Member/contributing third
State will bear any related costs.
Information on the outcome – Member/contributing third States and candidates (for contracted personnel)
will be informed about the outcome of the selection process after its completion.
E. Additional information
During the start-up phase of the mission, the deployment is based on a strictly non-family policy.
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Seconded positions:
Reporting line: The Executive Assistant will report to the Head of Mission and to the Deputy Head of
Mission.
Main Tasks
Under the direct guidance of the Deputy Head of Mission (DHoM) and Chief of Staff (CoS):
Assists the DHoM, CoS and Head of Operations (HOps) in his daily work;
Takes minutes at meetings and conferences, as well as prepares draft reports, documents, speeches,
etc. for the DHoM;
Serves as a principal point of contact for DHoM, co-ordinates and follows up with EUAM senior
staff, EEAS, other CSDP Field Operations, other international organizations and diplomatic missions
on matters concerning DHoM’s activities;
Identifies, assigns and/or takes appropriate action on incoming requests from external agencies and the
Mission’s staff and presents them to DHoM for consideration; upon receiving instructions from
DHoM, ensures that timely and appropriate action is made in close coordination with CoS and Hops,
such as initiating meetings for DHoM, compiling inputs and preparing draft responses, as well as
overseeing that agreed follow-up actions are carried out within the deadlines set by HoM;
Reviews documents, reports and letters prepared for signature by DHoM in order to ensure quality and
accuracy in substance, drafts speeches for DHoM;
Organizes and monitors the system of week-end duties;
Requests, coordinates and prepares briefing materials for DHoM, CoS and HOps prior to meeting with
the EUAM staff and external interlocutors; attends internal and external meetings on behalf of DHoM
to obtain the information necessary for fostering DHoM’s, CoS’ and HOps’ activities;
Co-ordinates visits to the Mission, acts as a focal protocol officer of EUAM;
Assists the Chief of Staff in the daily management of the HoM’s Office;
Performs other duties as requested by HoM/DHoM, CoS or HOps.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a diploma, where the normal
duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more or equivalent Police
or/and Military education.
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, preferably in a relevant field of work;
Professional experience from a crisis management or peace-keeping mission; Strong communications
skills; and, must be able to express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in written and oral form;
Excellent drafting, time and resource management, interpersonal and good computing skills;
knowledge of administrative rules and regulations relevant to the European Commission and EEAS-
administered missions;
Ability to work independently and harmoniously with colleagues and as part of a team;
Works methodically, accurately and with attention to details as well as to tight deadlines; and, is used
to work on a multitude of activities at the same time with limited supervision;
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Knowledge of the Ukrainian and/orRussian language will be an asset.
Position Name:
Executive Assistant to DHoM
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA59
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Head of Mission Office
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
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Position Name:
Chief of Planning Department
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA60
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Chief of Staff Office/Planning
Department
Level of Security
Clearance: EU
RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Chief of Planning Department reports to the Chief of Staff.
Main Tasks
To supervise, coordinate and manage the Planning Department thus being the primary advisor to the
Head of Mission within the remit of his/her functional competences and responsibilities;
To help ensuring that Mission operational activities are executed according to the HoM’s directions.
To this effect, he/she is responsible to develop and review on regular basis the Mission
Implementation Plan (MIP) under supervision of the Chief of Staff and the Head of Operations and in
coordination with other relevant organizational units of the mission;
To ensure that mission operational activities are executed according to the MIP. To this effect, he/she
is responsible to monitor, evaluate and report on the state of play of mandate implementation,
including through benchmarking, analysis and evaluation;
To ensure that mission personnel is regularly updated on the progress of MIP implementation;
To report to the mission management on the outputs and outcomes of Planning Department activities,
and to contribute to mission external reporting as required;
To ensure that planning Standard Operating Procedures are properly developed, implemented and
periodically reviewed;
To be responsible, in close cooperation with the Chief of Staff, the Head of Operations and the Head
of Mission Support, identifying, collecting and disseminating of lessons and best practices within their
respective fields of responsibility;
To design. develop and contribute to the induction training of mission personnel and mission internal
trainings as required in co-operation with Mission Support;
To manage the staff under his supervision;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the Chief of Staff.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Science,
Security, Military Affairs, International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public
Administration or a closely related field of study, where the normal duration of university education in
the country awarded is four (4) years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education.
At least ten (10) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, including at least five (5) years at management level.
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable as well as the EU accession agenda.
Experience in strategic analyses, planning, evaluating and reporting as well as a sound understanding
of strategic and operational considerations.
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she leads, and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials and mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others.to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Experience in dealing with the coordination and planning of public institutions at top management
levels.
Excellent organizational and co-ordination skills.
Ability to establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control over the conduct of activities.
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Good understanding of the European Institutions and the EU Crises Management.
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP and knowledge of
the European Institutions and of the EU Crisis Management mechanisms.
International experience, particularly in crisis or post-conflict areas with multinational and/or
international organizations, ideally in an operational management capacity. Experience in international
missions would be a strong asset.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Chief of Reporting Section
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA61
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
February 2015
Department/Component/Unit:
Chief of Staff Office/Reporting
Section
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Chief of Reporting Section reports to the Chief of Staff
Main Tasks
Support and provide analytical advice to Mission senior management for Mission decision-making in
the implementation of its goals;
Develop management and organisational measures with the objective of systematically improving the
productivity, efficiency and efficacy of the Mission in relation to reporting;
Ensure, in close cooperation with the Chief of Staff, that Section’s output is timely, quality-checked,
focused and value added vis-à-vis Mission decision-making and goals;
In close coordination with senior management prioritise Section’s tasks;
Implement reporting system according to a regular reporting schedule and supervise all reports to be
submitted to the chain of command;
Supervise information data handling, ensuring rapid retrieval of documents and information, including
access to classified material;
Coordinate regular meetings and exchange with Political Advisors, Security Office, Press and Public
Information Office, other key analytical functions, as well as with Operations Department for
optimised coordination and synergy;
Contribute to drafting the Mission’s reports for EU institutions in Brussels and Member State capitals,
working to tight deadlines and guidelines;
To deliver regular presentations and briefings to Mission staff, the diplomatic community in Kyiv and
external visitors up to Ministerial level;
Liaise with external partners in order to enhance information collection and analysis;
Undertake any other task as required by the HoM and the Chief of Staff.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a diploma, where the normal
duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more or equivalent Police
or/and Military education.
At least seven (7) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, including at least four (4) years at management level.
Proven analytical capacity, political awareness and judgement;
Previous experience in crisis management Missions, including in the area of SSR (including policing,
rule of law), or in the political/diplomacy field;
Excellent interpersonal, communication and drafting skills, self-driven and ability to work in a
methodical manner;
Excellent analytical capability and profound knowledge of information collection and analytical
methods;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP would be an asset;
A broad understanding of the multi-dimensional aspects of conflict management and/or knowledge
and experience of working in the AoR would be an asset.
Language Skills
Professional fluency written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Reporting Officer
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA62
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
February 2015
Department/Component/Unit:
Chief of Staff Office/Reporting
Section
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Reporting Officer reports to the Chief of Reporting Section
Main Tasks
To gather and analyse information from across the Mission Area of Responsibility (AoR), from
Mission members reports, other relevant stakeholders and open sources, in order to maintain up-to-
date knowledge of the situation;
To draft the Mission’s reports for EU institutions in Brussels and Member State capitals, working to
tight deadlines and guidelines;
To deliver regular presentations and briefings to Mission staff, the diplomatic community in Kyiv and
external visitors up to Ministerial level;
To identify informational needs and contribute to the planning of information gathering;
To manage large amounts of information: checking, compiling and analysing reports received;
To maintain working relationships with Mission members and across the EU Delegation's departments
to ensure effective information flow;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a diploma, where the normal
duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more or equivalent Police
or/and Military education.
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies.
Proven analytical capacity, political awareness and judgement;
Excellent in summarizing complex information and developments;
Sound understanding of SSR would be desirable;
Excellent interpersonal, communication and drafting skills, self-driven and ability to work in a
methodical manner;
High level of computer literacy;
Knowledge and experience of working in the AoR would be an asset;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP would be an asset;
A broad understanding of the multi-dimensional aspects of conflict management and/or knowledge of
the region would be an asset.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Evaluation Analyst
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA63
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Chief of Staff Office
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Evaluation Analyst reports to the Head of Mission, coordinated by the Chief
of Staff
Main Tasks
To analyse that Mission operational activities are implemented according to Head of Mission's
directions and the Mission's mandate and with the view of maximum impact on Ukrainian CSSR;
To undertake ad hoc analysis at the instruction of the HoM for the purpose of better understanding of
elements of the impact of the Mission activities on the Ukrainian CSS.
To analyse and report on mandate implementation, including through benchmarking and analysis in
close collaboration with the Head of Planning Department;
To ensure that Mission personnel is periodically updated on the progress and process of Mission
implementation;
To support and provide analytical advice to Mission senior management for Mission decision making
and target setting in the implementation of its goals;
To advise senior management on developing management and organizational measures with the
objective of systematically improving the productivity, efficiency and efficacy of the Mission;
To contribute to the Mission's external reporting;
To contribute to identifying, evaluating and reporting lessons and best practices;
To contribute to the induction training of mission personnel and mission internal trainings as required;
Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Head of Mission.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of post-graduate university studies, preferably PhD level,
attested by a degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public
Administration, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education.
At least seven (7) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies.
Experience in strategic analyses, evaluation (including impact evaluation) and reporting as well as a
sound understanding of strategic and operational considerations;
Excellent analytical and drafting skills;
Work experience and in-depth knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission
area or other areas within the same geopolitical region;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP and knowledge of
the European Institutions and of the EU Crisis Management mechanisms;
Sound understanding of the guiding documents of EU CSDP;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
International experience, particularly in crisis or post-conflict areas;
Successful completion of crisis management related courses for senior staff.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are a requirement.
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Position Name:
Political Advisor
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA65
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Chief of Staff Office/Political
Department
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third States:
Yes
Reporting Line: The Political Advisor reports to the Head of Political Department
Main Tasks
Under the supervision of the Head of Political Department, to monitor the political developments in
Ukraine and the region and provide analysis and advice in view of their possible impact on mandate
implementation and keep the Mission management constantly updated;
Under the coordination of the Head of Political Department to liaise with relevant political actors,
parliamentarians, local authorities, civil society, EU actors, Third States and international
organisations;
To advise the HoM and other Mission members on issues in order to ensure coherence between
mission activities and the wider political context.
To prepare briefings and notes to ensure timely information for the HoM and other Mission members;
To assist the Head of Regional Outreach where appropriate
To contribute to regular Mission reporting and to other reports, papers and briefings in relation to the
implementation of the Mission mandate;
To assist in conducting and coordinating official visits according to protocol rules;
To conduct briefings for Mission staff and other individuals or groups;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education.
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies.
Knowledge and experience in the field of security sector reform in liaison with security and justice
actors;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and/or international
organizations, ideally in a political advisory capacity;
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills;
Excellent drafting skills.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are a requirement.
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Position Name:
Gender Advisor
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA66
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Human Rights and
Gender Advisory Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Gender Advisor reports to the Head of Strategic Advisory Component.
Main Tasks
To provide advice to the leadership of the relevant Ukrainian authorities on gender awareness in
support of the development of Ukrainian civilian security sector reform policy and in accordance with
Mission policy and guidelines;
To influence attitudes and increase awareness of UNSCR 1325, EPAC, Council of Europe, and EU
standards in respect of gender by the relevant Ukrainian authorities in making informed and evidence-
based decisions in support of the Ukrainian civilian security sector reform;
To support the relevant Ukrainian authorities and associated Ukrainian civil society bodies to plan and
prepare for participation in international and national, multi-agency and internal ministry events that
focus on gender reform and policy development, as well as ensure that their agreed outputs are fully
implemented;
To constantly assess progress, identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the EUAM Advisory
Units tasks or activities, and delays in the Mission Implementation Plan, and properly inform the Head
of Component;
To contribute to the drafting and updating of the Mission Implementation Plan, identifying mission
operational requirements in response to environmental changes, as well as modifying mission
operational activities in support of the tasks and objectives;
To regularly contribute to internal benchmarking reports, analyzing the coherence and sustainability
of mission operational activities over time, and provide recommendations on improvement of mission
performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the introduction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and
conduct of dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To contribute to lesson identification;
To perform any other task assigned by the line manager.
Qualification and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Gender Studies,
Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Relations, Law, where the normal duration of
university education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more or equivalent Police or/and
Military education.
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, preferably working with gender issues in an international security sector reform context.
Has experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development.
Experience of change management would be a significant advantage;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
Experience in an international organization operating in a conflict or immediate post conflict situation
and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
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Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of others.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CSFP and CSDP.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are a requirement.
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Position Name:
Head of Strategic SSR Advisory Unit
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA67
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic SSR Advisory
Unit
Level of Security
Clearance: EU
RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Head of Strategic SSR Advisory Unit reports to the Head of Operations, under the
supervision of the Head of the Strategic Advisory Component.
Main Tasks
To lead, manage and provide guidance and direction to the Mission’s Strategic Security Sector Reform
(SSR) Advisers, focusing on Parliamentary, civil society, vetting and change management aspects
To provide SSR-related advice to Institutional bodies, among others the National Security and
Defence Council (NSDC) on a daily basis as the overarching national policy coordination body for
national security and related coordination;
With the support of the Mission Planning and Evaluation officers, to ensure the coherent planning, and
implementation of activities within the Strategic SSR Advisory Unit in support of the objectives and
tasks of the Strategic Advice Line of Operations;
To ensure that mechanisms are in place to constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential
risks to attainment of the Units tasks or activities or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan
and to develop and apply mitigating measures and solutions in a timely manner, escalating issues to
the Line Coordinator as required;
To continually monitor and report progress of the Unit against its tasks and planned activities;
To ensure concurrence between the activities of the Strategic SSR Advisory Unit and its stated tasks
and objectives and to ensure their orientation and operational coherence towards the end state;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more.
At least seven (7) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, including at least five (5) years at management level.
Possess operational and strategic experience with any of the SSR related bodies: Government Civil
Service, Diplomatic Service, Law Enforcement, democratic oversight or regulatory structures
(independent inspectorate, parliamentary oversight committee or ombudsman).
Occupied a role as a first level Advisor to, or member of, a national cross governmental security sector
coordination body for a period of at least two years;
Experience of advising on Security Sector Reform at the national level within the CIS, including
experience in designing national security sector related reforms, in planning their implementation,
related outreach, consultation and change management is essential;
A previous experience in change management and/or vetting procedures would be an asset;
Experience in leading and coordinating international efforts to inform host nation development of
national level security sector visions, concepts, implementation monitoring and management
frameworks;
Qualified project/programme manager with knowledge and experience of leading multi-thematic and
multi-layered security, rule of law or stabilisation related programme and project management;
International experience in the senior management in an international organisation operating in a
conflict or immediate post conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams (offices or
mobile teams) is essential;
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Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable.
Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic
and operational considerations.
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she leads, and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve.
Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of others. Ability to engage with
senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity;
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Ability to engage and provide guidance to local staff under his supervision;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP.
Language Skills:
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Head of Administration of Justice
Advisory Unit
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA68
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Administration of Justice
Advisory Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Head of Administration of Justice Advisory Unit reports to the Head of Operations,
under the supervision of the Head of the Strategic Advisory Component.
Main Tasks
To manage and coordinate the activities of the Administration of Justice Advisory Unit and its
Strategic Advisors to the Ministry of Justice, Judiciary, Public Prosecutor’s Office, National Anti-
Corruption Bureau;
To provide civilian SSR related, national, strategic advice to the different civilian security sector
actors in line with national Ukrainian SSR related policy and the direction set by the HoM;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards and advisory input to
Ukrainian SSR at the cross governmental level, and in particular to advice on the reintroduction of the
Rule of Law in the former conflict areas;
To support the Justice sector actors in its planning of, preparations for, participation in and follow up
from international and national level multi-agency and internal governmental SSR policy development
and planning events;
To provide the leadership of the different justice sector actors with knowledge of EU and international
models and to assist the leadership of the justice sector to evaluate those models in the context of
shaping its own reforms;
To advise the justice sector actors on adapting to developments in the decentralization of the
governmental and administrative system.
With the support of the Mission Planning and Evaluation officers, to ensure the coherent planning, and
implementation of activities within the Administration of Justice Advisory Unit in support of the
objectives and tasks of the Strategic Advice Line of Operations;
To ensure that mechanisms are in place to constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential
risks to attainment of the Units tasks or activities or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan
and to develop and apply mitigating measures and solutions in a timely manner, escalating issues to
the Line Coordinator as required;
To continually monitor and report progress of the Unit against its tasks and planned activities;
To ensure concurrence between the activities of the Administration of Justice Advisory Unit and its
stated tasks and objectives and to ensure their orientation and operational coherence towards the end
state;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Law or Public
Administration, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more;
At least seven (7) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, including at least five (5) years at management level, preferably as a prosecutor, lawyer or
legal advisor;
Has ideally occupied a role as a member or a first level Advisor to, a national cross governmental
security sector coordination body for a period of at least two (2) years;
Experience of advising on Security Sector Reform at the national level, preferably within the CIS,
including experience in designing national security sector related reforms, in planning their
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implementation, related outreach, consultation and change management as well as some experience
with decentralization processes or in a decentralized system would be an advantage;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in the senior management in an international organization operating in a
conflict or immediate post conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be
beneficial;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation in the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable.
Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic
and operational considerations;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she leads, and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve.
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP.
Experience in dealing with the coordination of public institutions at top management levels.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement.
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Judiciary Reform Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA69
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
February 2015
Department/Component/ Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Administration of Justice
Advisory Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Judiciary Reform Adviser reports to the Head of the Administration of
Justice Advisory Unit.
Main Tasks
To provide strategic reform related advice to the national level of the judiciary of Ukraine in support
of the Ukrainian government reform policy and in accordance with Mission policy and guidelines.
This advice will include advice on policy relating to such matters as judicial ethos, structural and
operational organization of the judiciary, independency, self-governance, resource management and
the vetting process of judges;
To enhance the awareness of national level judiciary of EU and other international standards, models
and approaches related to the judiciary and to assist them in identifying choices, making informed
decisions, analyzing implications and planning accordingly in the context of shaping Ukrainian
judicial reforms and their implementation;
To provide awareness and advice to the national level judiciary leadership relating to the establishment
of robust and effective internal communication, human resources and disciplinary procedures.
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to,
Ukrainian SSR at the cross governmental level;
To support the Ukrainian judiciary to plan and prepare for participation in and follow up from
international and national level multi-agency and internal SSR policy development and planning
events;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the Administration
of Justice Units tasks or activities, or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to raise
issues to the Head of Unit;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To take into account overall Security Sector Reform issues in order to ensure coherence between the
Unit’s activities and wider SSR aspects;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct
of dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Law or Public
Administration, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, preferably as a judge, lawyer or legal advisor;
Has ideally occupied a role as a member of a national cross governmental, inter-agency civilian
security sector coordination body for a period of at least two years;
Extensive experience of change management within the judiciary;
Has experience of managing the interface between the judiciary and the general public;
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Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development;
Experience of advising on Security Sector Reform at the national level, preferably within the CIS and
or in an international justice related mission, including experience in designing national security sector
related reforms, in planning their implementation, related outreach, consultation and change
management would be a significant advantage;
Experience of advising on managing judiciary/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
Experience in an international organization operating in a conflict or immediate post conflict situation
and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic
and operational considerations;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Prosecutorial Reform
Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA70
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
February 2015
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Administration of Justice
Advisory Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Prosecutorial Reform Adviser reports to the Head of the Administration of
Justice Advisory Unit
Main Tasks
To provide strategic reform related advice to the national level of the Public Prosecutor’s;
Office of Ukraine in support of the Ukrainian government reform policy and in accordance with
Mission policy and guidelines. This will include advice on policy relating to such matters as
prosecutorial ethos, structural and operational organization of the Public Prosecutor’s Office,
independency and self-governance, resource management and the vetting process of prosecutors;
To enhance the awareness of national level Public Prosecutor’s Office of EU and other international
standards, models and approaches related to the Public Prosecutor’s Office and to assist them in
identifying choices, making informed decisions, analyzing implications and planning accordingly in
the context of shaping Ukrainian prosecutorial reforms and their implementation;
To provide awareness and advice to the national level Ukrainian prosecutorial leadership relating to
the establishment of robust and effective internal communication, human resources and discipline
procedures;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to,
Ukrainian SSR at the cross governmental level;
To support the Ukrainian Public Prosecutor’s Office to plan and prepare for participation in and follow
up from international and national level multi-agency and internal SSR policy development and
planning events;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the Administration
of Justice Advisory Unit tasks or activities, or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to
raise issues to the Head of Unit;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To take into account overall Security Sector Reform issues in order to ensure coherence between the
Unit’s activities and wider SSR aspects;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct
of dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Law or Public
Administration, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, preferably as a prosecutor, lawyer or legal advisor;
Has ideally occupied a role as a member of a national cross governmental, inter-agency security sector
coordination body for a period of at least two years;
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Extensive experience of change management within the Public Prosecutor’s Office;
Has experience of managing the interface between the Public Prosecutor’s Office and the general
public;
Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development;
Experience of advising on Security Sector Reform at the national level, preferably within the CIS and
or in an international justice related mission, including experience in designing national security sector
related reforms, in planning their implementation, related outreach, consultation and change
management would be a significant advantage;
Experience of managing Public Prosecutor’s Office /public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in an international organization operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic
and operational considerations;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement:
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Border Guard Service
Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA71
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic Border Guard
Service Advisory Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Border Guard Service Adviser reports to the Head Strategic Border Guard
Service Advisory Unit
Main Tasks
To provide strategic border policing and immigration reform related advice to the senior leadership of
Ukrainian Border Guard in accordance with stated objectives and tasks, Mission policy and guidelines
and Ukrainian national security sector reform policy;
To coordinate all activities closely with all other EU and international actors working in support of the
Ukrainian border agencies, in particular EUBAM Moldova/Ukraine;
In partnership and cooperation with EUBAM Moldova/Ukraine, to increase awareness and
understanding amongst responsible Ukrainian officials of various models of special border policing
and immigration control in the EU; to assist them in shaping, developing and implementing border
policing policy, structures, command and control, accountability and approaches and to support them
in identifying reform choices, making informed decisions, analysing implications and planning
accordingly in the context of shaping Ukrainian police reforms and their implementation;
To promote, encourage and advise the commanders and decision makers responsible for the Border
Guard to identify and take rapid changes in order to help address the lack of public confidence in law
enforcement agencies generally;
To advise the leadership of the Border Guard on harmonisation of reforms with broader security sector
reforms, to facilitate and build closer mutual support, joint planning and coordinated and joint law
enforcement operations;
To advise the Ukrainian authorities and other Mission staff regarding the development,
implementation and exercising of effective operational procedures to facilitate effective and timely
coordination and cooperation between the Border Guard and other branches of the emergency services
and law enforcement;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to,
Ministry of Internal Affairs reforms, and in particular to the reintroduction of a Border Guard Service
in the former conflict areas;
To support the relevant national commanders and decision makers to plan and prepare for participation
in and follow up from international and national level multi-agency and internal ministry reform
policy development and planning events;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time, and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct
of dedicated induction programmes for personnel;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
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Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Presently hold, or have held, the equivalent rank of Lieutenant Colonel/Chief Superintendent (OF 4) or
above in an operational role;
Has experience of operational command of Border Police units;
Has experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development;
Experience of change management, related outreach and consultation would be an significant
advantage;
Experience of managing police/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in an international organisation operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP.
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable;
Solid knowledge of Integrated Border Management and Migration Control would be an asset.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are a requirement.
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Position Name:
Strategic Customs and Revenue Collection
Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA72
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic Border Guard Service
Advisory Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing
third States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Customs and Revenue Collection Adviser reports to the Head Strategic
Border Guard Service Advisory Unit
Main Tasks
To provide strategic customs reform and revenue collection related advice to the senior leadership of
Ukrainian State Customs and Revenue Collection Service in accordance with stated objectives and
tasks, Mission policy and guidelines and Ukrainian national security sector reform policy;
To coordinate all activities closely with all other EU and international actors working in support of the
Ukrainian Customs and Revenue Collection Service, in particular EUBAM Moldova/Ukraine;
In partnership and cooperation with EUBAM Moldova/Ukraine, to increase awareness and
understanding amongst responsible Ukrainian officials of various models of customs and revenue
control in the EU; to assist them in shaping, developing and implementing a customs policy,
structures, command and control, accountability and approaches and to support them in identifying
reform choices, making informed decisions, analysing implications and planning accordingly in the
context of shaping Ukrainian security sector reforms and their implementation;
To promote, encourage and advise the commanders and decision makers responsible for the State
Customs and Revenue Collection Service to identify and take rapid changes in order to help address
the lack of public confidence in law enforcement agencies generally;
To advise the leadership of the State Customs and Revenue Collection Service on harmonisation of
reforms with broader security sector reforms, to facilitate and build closer mutual support, joint
planning and coordinated and joint law enforcement operations;
To advise the Ukrainian authorities and other Mission staff regarding the development,
implementation and exercising of effective operational procedures to facilitate effective and timely
coordination and cooperation between the State Customs and Revenue Collection Service and other
branches of the emergency services and law enforcement;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to,
Ministry of Internal Affairs reforms’ interface with Customs ;
To support the relevant national commanders and decision makers to plan and prepare for participation
in and follow up from international and national level multi-agency and where applicable internal
ministry reform policy development and planning events;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the tasks or
activities of the mission’s Operational Department, or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan,
and to raise issues to the Head of Unit;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time, and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct
of dedicated induction programmes for personnel;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
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Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, preferably an experience of operational command of Customs Service units;
Has experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development;
Experience of change management, related outreach and consultation would be an significant
advantage;
Experience of managing police/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in an international organisation operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of others
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Head of Coordination and
Cooperation Component
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA73
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Operations/Coordination and
Cooperation Component
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Head of the Coordination and Cooperation Component reports to the Head of
Operations.
Main Tasks
To ensure that all Coordination and Cooperation Component personnel and activities are consistently
and coherently planned and supported according to HOps directions;
To coordinate the management and execution of the Component Lines of Operations against
benchmarks and to make recommendations to the HOps for improvements and policy choices
throughout mandate implementation;
To ensure that the personnel within the Component are coordinated when preparing for HOps decision-
making and when analyzing the internal reporting of mission activities;
To assist the HOps to coordinate all contributions from Operations to the mission's internal and external
periodic reporting;
To assist the HOps in ensuring that liaison and coordination is consistently maintained between EUAM
Operations, the EU, non-EU and local stakeholders;
To assist the HOps in ensuring that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Component are
properly developed, implemented and periodically reviewed;
With the support of the Mission Planning and Evaluation officers, to ensure the coherent planning, and
implementation of activities within the Coordination and Cooperation Line of Operations to achieve the
tasks and objectives set for it;
To ensure that mechanisms are in place to constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential
risks to attainment of the Coordination and Cooperation Line of Operations objectives, tasks or
activities or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan and to develop and apply mitigating
measures and solutions in a timely manner, escalating issues to the Head of Operations as required;
To continuously map and assess the current activities of bi-lateral and multi-lateral assistance to the
Ukrainian security sector;
To continuously map and assess the activities of Ukrainian NGOs and civil society related to Ukrainian
SSR;
To ensure that robust and resilient mechanisms are in place to ensure that all the activities of the
Mission are closely coordinated with all EU and international actors, in particular the EU Delegation in
Kyiv and the OSCE SMM with a view to ensuring mutual awareness, avoiding duplication and ensuring
a comprehensive approach in the field of security sector reform;
To support and/or organise international coordination fora;
To contribute in identifying lessons learned and best practises in his/her respective field of competence;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct of
dedicated induction programmes for personnel;
To ensure operational coherence and consistency of approach across the activities of the Unit;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability of
mission operational activities across time and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To take into account overall Security Sector Reform issues in order to ensure coherence between the
Unit’s activities and wider SSR aspects;
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To monitor the relations between the Mission’s SSR Advisors and their Ukrainian counterparts. Address
issues in a timely and diplomatic manner;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct of
dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To ensure that Operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are properly developed, implemented
and periodically reviewed;
To ensure that the MHQ Staff are periodically updated on mission implementation progress;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by his/her Line Manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more;
At least ten (10) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, including at least five (5) years at management level;
Possess operational and strategic experience with the following: government civil service agency,
diplomatic service, NGO connected to SSR or related democratic oversight or regulatory structures
(independent inspectorate, parliamentary oversight committee or ombudsman);
Experience of outreach, consultation and change management in an international environment;
Frequent experience of planning, managing and chairing international donor coordination discussions,
meetings and conferences;
Experience communicating visions and concepts to partners and stakeholders, ideally within an
international security sector context;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Qualified project manager with knowledge and experience of leading multi-thematic and multi-layered
security, rule of law or stabilisation related programme and project management;
Proven ability to address these subjects with high level representatives of the international community;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in the senior management in an international organisation operating in a
conflict or immediate post conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams (offices or mobile
teams) is essential;
Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic
and operational considerations;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she leads, and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of others.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Familiarity with diplomatic protocol;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Coordination and Cooperation
Officer
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA74
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Coordination and
Cooperation Component
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Coordination and Cooperation Officer reports to the Head of Coordination and
Cooperation Component.
Main Tasks
To facilitate and coordinate, in a coherent and effective manner without hindering the work of the
Mission, all interaction between the Mission on the one hand and bi-lateral and multi-lateral actors and
national NGOs and civil society involved with Ukrainian SSR on the other with a view to ensuring
comprehensive mutual awareness, coordination and cooperation;
To ensure that robust and resilient mechanisms are in place to ensure that all the activities of the
Mission are closely coordinated with all EU and international actors, in particular the EU Delegation
in Kyiv and the OSCE SMM with a view to ensuring mutual awareness, avoiding duplication and
ensuring a comprehensive approach in the field of security sector reform;
To ensure that mechanisms are in place to constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential
risks to attainment of the Coordination and Cooperation Line of Operations objectives, tasks or
activities or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan and to develop and apply mitigating
measures and solutions in a timely manner, escalating issues to the Head of Coordination and
Cooperation Component as required;
To continually monitor and report progress in Coordination and Cooperation related mission
implementation;
To continuously map and assess the current activities of bi-lateral and multi-lateral assistance to the
Ukrainian security sector;
To continuously map and assess the activities of Ukrainian NGOs and civil society related to
Ukrainian SSR ;
With the support of the Mission Planning and Evaluation officers, to ensure the coherent planning, and
implementation of activities within the Coordination and Cooperation Line of Operations to achieve
the tasks and objectives set for it;
To support and/or organise international coordination fora;
To provide advice on the improvement of coordination initiatives;
To assist the Head of Coordination and Cooperation Component to facilitate contacts and coordination
between Head of Operations, the Strategic Advice Line of Operations, the HoM and relevant EU and
international stakeholders;
To assess the needs for possible improvements of regional and international co-operation in the field
of SSR;
To contribute in identifying lessons learned and best practises in his/her respective field of
competence;
To monitor the relations between relevant Mission personnel and their counterparts. Address issues in
a timely and diplomatic manner;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the Head of Coordination and Cooperation Component.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
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Possess operational and strategic experience with any of the following: government civil service
agency, diplomatic service, NGO connected to SSR or related democratic oversight or regulatory
structures (independent inspectorate, parliamentary oversight committee or ombudsman);
Experience of outreach, consultation and change management in an international environment;
Frequent experience of planning, managing and chairing international donor coordination discussions,
meetings and conferences;
Experience communicating visions and concepts to partners and stakeholders, ideally within an
international security sector context;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Proven ability to address these subjects with high level representatives of the international community;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in the senior management in an international organisation operating in a
conflict or immediate post conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams (offices or
mobile teams) is essential;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team and to report efficiently both
orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations evolve.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Familiarity with diplomatic protocol;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Head of Good Governance Advisory Unit
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA75
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Good Governance Advisory
Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing
third States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Head of Good Governance Advisory Unit reports to the Head of Operations, under the
supervision of the Head of Strategic Advisory Component.
Main Tasks
To lead and manage the activities of the Good Governance Advisory Unit, which includes advisors on
financial and administration reform, logistics and procurement, and public oversight;
To continually monitor and report progress of the Unit against its tasks and planned activities;
To ensure concurrence between the activities of the Good Governance Advisory Unit and its stated
tasks and objectives and to ensure their orientation and operational coherence;
To inform and otherwise contribute to the Mission’s policy and advisory input in the area of good
governance of reform of Ukrainian SSR at the cross governmental level;
To monitor and provide analysis for EUAM management on political developments and the political
economy context in Ukraine and their implications for EUAM’s mission;
Undertake analysis of Ukrainian governance performance against their reform benchmarks and
disseminate relevant information to EUAM;
To assist the Ukrainian authorities in identifying good governance requirements relevant to their
reform programme and to advise on strategies to address these, including design, development and
implementation;
Advise on developing early warning systems to detect weaknesses in project implementation and to
assist in developing corrective interventions;
To assist in ensuring that Ukrainian governance activities are consistently and coherently planned and
coordinated;
To monitor and report the achievement of reform results and outputs and objectives against the reform
agenda;
To coordinate with other elements of the Strategic Advisors component to ensure that good
governance is factored in to their respective areas of advice;
To provide input to the mission's external periodic reporting;
To ensure that liaison and coordination are consistently maintained with EU, non-EU and local
stakeholders in the area of good governance;
To contribute to the identification and reporting of lessons and best practices within his/her field of
responsibility;
To ensure that other EUAM staff members are periodically updated on good governance activities
pertaining to the Ukrainian civilian security sector reform program;
To support the Strategic Advisors component in relation to reform activities;
To perform any other tasks assigned by his/her Line Manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4)
years or more;
At least seven (7) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, including at least five (5) years at management level;
Possess extensive operational and strategic experience with any of the SSR related bodies:
Government Civil Service, Diplomatic Service, Law Enforcement, democratic oversight or regulatory
structures (independent inspectorate, parliamentary oversight committee or ombudsman);
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Occupied a role as a first level Advisor to, or member of, a national cross governmental security sector
coordination body for a period of at least two years;
Experience of advising on Security Sector Reform at the national level within the CIS, including
experience in designing national security sector related reforms, in planning their implementation,
related outreach, consultation and change management is essential;
Experience in leading and coordinating international efforts to inform host nation development of
national level security sector visions, concepts, implementation monitoring and management
frameworks;
Qualified project/programme manager with knowledge and experience of leading multi-thematic and
multi-layered security, rule of law or stabilisation related programme and project management;
International experience in the senior management in an international organisation operating in a
conflict or immediate post conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams (offices or
mobile teams) is essential;
Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic
and operational considerations.
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she leads, and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve.
Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of others. Ability to engage with
senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for
diversity;
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Public Oversight Reform Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA76
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
February 2015
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Good Governance Advisory
Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing
third States:
Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Public Oversight Reform Adviser reports to the Head of Good Governance
Advisory Unit.
Main Tasks
To provide advice to the national level senior leadership of Ukraine connected to SSR on citizen
oversight and accountability to the public, in support of the development of Ukrainian government and
ministerial reform policy and change management in accordance with Mission policy and guidelines;
To influence attitudes and increase awareness of EPAC, Council of Europe, and EU standards in
respect of citizen oversight of investigations of criminal conduct by police officers; to assist the
Ukrainian national criminal investigation directorate in making informed and evidence-based
decisions, analyzing implications and planning in support of the Ukrainian police reforms and their
implementation;
To promote EU best practice, and encourage and advise the Ukrainian Ministry of Internal Affairs and
other Government bodies to restore public confidence in the police and rule of law through a series of
timely and radical changes to the existing culture of investigation;
To support the Ministry of Internal Affairs, other Government bodies and associated Ukrainian civil
society bodies to plan and prepare for participation in international and national, multi-agency and
internal ministry events that focus on reform and policy development, as well as ensure that their
agreed outputs are fully implemented;
To constantly assess progress, identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the Good
Governance Advisory Units tasks or activities, and delays in the Mission Implementation Plan, and
properly inform the Head of Unit;
To contribute to the drafting and updating of the Mission Implementation Plan, identifying mission
operational requirements in response to environmental changes, as well as modifying mission
operational activities in support of the tasks and objectives;
To regularly contribute to internal benchmarking reports, analyzing the coherence and sustainability
of mission operational activities over time, and provide recommendations on improvement of mission
performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the introduction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and
conduct of dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To contribute to lesson identification;
To perform any other task assigned by the line manager.
Qualification and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Science,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, preferably in police accountability and oversight mechanisms in an international context;
Has experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development;
Experience of change management would be a significant advantage;
Experience of managing police/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
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Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
Experience in an international organization operating in a conflict or immediate post conflict situation
and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure;
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CSFP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Administration Reform
Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA77
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Good Governance Advisory
Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing
third States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Administration Reform Adviser reports to the Head of Good Governance
Advisory Unit.
Main Tasks
To provide Administration related advice to the national level authorities of Ukraine in support of the
development of Ukrainian government and ministerial security sector reform policy and in accordance
with Mission policy and guidelines;
To enhance the awareness of national level attitudes and approaches regards public administration,
including analysis, plan-, design-, program- and implementation strategies applying EU standards,
models and approaches and to assist the Ukrainian national administration directorate in identifying
choices, making informed decisions, analyzing implications and planning accordingly in the context of
shaping the Ukrainian security sector reforms and their implementation;
To promote, encourage and advise the Ukrainian senior administration personnel, in cooperation with
other institutional CSSR Advisers, to make rapid changes in the existing culture of public
administration with a special view to decentralization of administration related responsibility and
accountability, including Human Resources Management, Budget, Finance and Accounting, in order
to support Ukrainian security sector reforms;
To support the national senior administration personnel to plan and prepare for participation in and
follow up from international and national level multi-agency and internal ministry reform policy
development and planning events;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risk to attainment of the Good
Governance Advisory Units tasks or activities or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and
to raise issues to the Head of Unit;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of the tasks and objectives;
To regularly report internally against the benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and
sustainability of mission operational activities across time and to provide recommendations for the
improvement of mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the introduction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and
conduct of dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To contribute to lesson identification;
To perform any other task assigned by the line manager.
Qualification and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Administration,
Social Sciences, Economy, Law, Political Science, International Relations or Diplomacy or a closely
related field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is
three (3) years or more;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Has experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources and career management and development;
Experience in Budget and Finance management would be an asset;
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Experience of change management related outreach and consultation would be a significant
advantage;
Experience of managing police/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in an international organization operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CSFP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Financial Reform Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA78
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Good Governance Advisory
Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States:
Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Financial Reform Adviser reports to the Head of Good Governance Advisory
Unit.
Main Tasks
Apply sound principles of public finance management to assist the Ukraine authorities design and
manage an effective financial system to support civilian security sector reform;
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the current level and structure of security expenditures,
recent trends, and future spending requirements;
Assess the extent to which strategies that are used are coherent and the government institutions guide
public expenditure allocations;
Review the processes for determining funding levels, expenditure allocations, budget execution and
post-execution functions and assess the extent they follow sound public finance management
principles;
Map how the civilian security sector institutions embed and are conducive to sound public finance
management principles;
Assist the Ukraine government to use the review findings to strengthen reform related decision with
regard to institution mandates, staffing and policy management decisions;
Engage in discussions with the National Security and Defence Council, President’s Office, Prime
Minister’s Office, Parliament or any other appropriate Ukrainian body, International Institutions
including other EU bodies in relation to funding streams for civilian security sector reform;
To contribute to lessons identification for the Mission;
To perform any other tasks assigned by their line manager;
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Law or Economics,
where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4) years or more;
Professional accountancy qualification with a current practice certificate;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Possess operational and strategic experience with a government civil service or other relevant body in
assistance of Security Sector Reform (Police, Gendarmerie, Intelligence Service, Armed Forces and/or
related democratic oversight) or regulatory structures (independent inspectorate, parliamentary
oversight committee or ombudsman) or national government with responsibility for financial or
budget management;
Experience of advising on public finance management at the national level preferably within the
civilian security sector, including experience in designing national security sector related reforms, in
planning their implementation, related outreach, consultation and change management;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Experience in leading and coordinating international efforts to inform host nation development of
national level security sector visions, concepts, implementation monitoring and management
frameworks for effective public finance management;
Proven ability to address these subjects to national, governmental level decision makers;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable as well as the EU accession agenda;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the and to report efficiently both orally and
in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations evolve;
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CSDP;
Experience in dealing with the coordination of public institutions at top management levels.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Logistics and Procurement
Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA79
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Good Governance Advisory
Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States:
Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Logistics and Procurement Adviser reports to the Head of Good Governance
Advisory Unit
Main Tasks
To provide Logistic and Procurement related advice to the national level senior personnel of Ukraine
in support of the development of Ukrainian government and ministerial reform policy and in
accordance with Mission policy and guidelines;
To enhance the awareness of national level attitudes and approaches towards logistic and procurement
related issues, applying EU standards, models and approaches and to assist the Ukrainian national
logistics and procurement directorate in identifying choices, making informed decisions, analyzing
implications and planning accordingly in the context of shaping the Ukrainian SSR and their
implementation;
To promote, encourage and advise the Ukrainian senior logistics and procurement personnel, in
cooperation with the strategic anti-corruption advisers, to make rapid changes in the existing culture of
logistics and procurement, with a special view to decentralization of logistics and procurement related
responsibility and accountability, including Fleet, Facility, Warehouse and IT/Comms Management, in
order to support Ukrainian civilian security sector reforms;
To promote, encourage and advise the Ukrainian senior logistics and procurement personnel in the
development of a professional and transparent procurement policy and respective regulations as well
as further development of a computerized inventory system, including long-term planning, with a
special view to decentralization of related responsibility and accountability in order to support the
Ukrainian civilian security sector reforms;
To support the national senior logistics and procurement personnel to plan and prepare for
participation in and follow up from international and national level multi-agency and internal ministry
anti-corruption reform policy development and planning events;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risk to attainment of the Mission
Advisory Units tasks or activities or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to raise
issues to the Head of Unit;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of the tasks and objectives;
To regularly report internally against the benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and
sustainability of mission operational activities across time and to provide recommendations for the
improvement of mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the introduction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and
conduct of dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To contribute to lesson identification;
To perform any other task assigned by the line manager.
Qualification and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Administration,
Procurement, Economy, Social Sciences, Law, Political Science, International Relations or Diplomacy
or a closely related field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country
awarded is three (3) years or more;
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At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience in Procurement and Logistics management;
Experience of Human Resources and career management and development would be an asset;
Experience of change management, related outreach and consultation would be a significant
advantage;
International experience in an international organization operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure;
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CSFP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Public Order Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA31
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic MoIA Advisory
Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States:
Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Public Order Adviser reports to the Head Strategic MoIA Advisory Unit.
Main Tasks
To provide public order policing (crowd management and riot control) advice to the MoIA and
national level uniformed police commanders of Ukraine in support of the development of Ukrainian
government and ministerial reform policy and in accordance with Mission policy and guidelines;
To enhance the national MoIA and police command awareness, related EU public order policing
standards and models and use of force;
To assist the Ukrainian police commanders responsible at the national level for shaping, developing
and implementing public order policing policy in identifying reform choices, making informed
decisions, analysing implications and planning accordingly in the context of shaping Ukrainian police
reforms and their implementation;
To promote, encourage and advise the police commanders responsible for public order policing to
make rapid changes in the existing approaches of crowd management, riot control policing in order to
help address the serious lack of public confidence in police and therefore the rule of law generally;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to,
Ministry of Internal Affairs reforms;
To support the relevant national police commanders to plan and prepare for participation in and follow
up from international and national level multi-agency and internal ministry reform policy development
and planning events;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the MoIA
Advisory Units tasks or activities, or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to raise
issues to the Head of Unit;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time, and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct
of dedicated induction programmes for personnel;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Presently hold, or have held, the rank of Lieutenant Colonel/Chief Superintendent or above in an
operational role;
Has experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development;
Experience of change management, related outreach and consultation would be an significant
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advantage;
Experience of managing police/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve.
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP.
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable;
International experience in an international organisation operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Strategic Criminal Investigation Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA80 – UA81 (2 positions)
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic MoIA Advisory Unit
Level of Security
Clearance: EU
RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Strategic Criminal Investigation Adviser reports to the Head of Strategic MoIA
Advisory Unit.
Main Tasks
To provide Criminal Investigation related advice to the national level senior police commanders of
Ukraine in support of the development of Ukrainian government and ministerial reform policy and in
accordance with Mission policy and guidelines;
To enhance the awareness of national level attitudes and approaches towards criminal investigation,
applying EU policing standards, models and approaches and to assist the Ukrainian national criminal
investigation directorate in identifying choices, making informed decisions, analyzing implications
and planning accordingly in the context of shaping the Ukrainian police reforms and their
implementation;
To promote, encourage and advise the Ukrainian senior criminal investigation commanders to make
rapid changes in the existing culture of investigation in order to help address the serious lack of public
confidence in the police, and therefore the rule of law, generally;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to,
Ministry of Internal Affairs reforms;
To support the national senior criminal investigation commanders to plan and prepare for participation
in and follow up from international and national level multi-agency and internal ministry reform
policy development and planning events;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risk to attainment of the MoIA Advisory
Units tasks or activities or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to raise issues to the
Head of Unit;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of the tasks and objectives;
To regularly report internally against the benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and
sustainability of mission operational activities across time and to provide recommendations for the
improvement of mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the introduction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and
conduct of dedicated induction programs for personnel;
To contribute to lesson identification;
To perform any other task assigned by the line manager.
Qualification and Experience:
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Presently hold or have held the rank of Major or Superintendent or equivalent or above in an
operational level;
Experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
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Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development.
Experience of change management, related outreach and consultation would be a significant
advantage;
Experience of managing police/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CSFP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable;
International experience in an international organization operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Regional Outreach Officer
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA82-89 (8 positions)
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Regional Outreach
Component
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States:
Yes
Reporting Line: The Outreach Officers reports to the Head of Regional Outreach Component.
Main Tasks
To conduct regional outreach activities in accordance with the Directions given of the Head of
Regional Outreach with the purpose of providing the Strategic Advice Line of Operation with relevant
situational awareness; to support the Coordination and Cooperation Line of Operations as appropriate
To fully coordinated and cooperate with Mission Security;
To ensure that all regional outreach activities are programmed and supported;
To, at all times, retain the flexibility and adaptability to redeploy to, from or within a deployment area
at very little or no notice to meet stated objectives or tasks;
To ensure that all outreach activity is planned and conducted in full compliance with SOPs;
To ensure timely reporting of regional outreach activities as well as any information that may be of
relevance to the Mission mandate, end state, objectives or tasks;
To contribute to internal and external mission reporting;
To provide input to the revision and amendment of relevant SOPs to enhance safety, effectiveness and
efficiency;
To advise the Head of Regional Outreach on matters relating to regional outreach and on related future
planning options to maximise support to the Strategic Advice Line of Operations;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to SSR;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risks to regional the attainment of
outreach activity objectives and tasks, or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to raise
issues to the Head of Regional Outreach;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time, and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To ensure that his/her supervised personnel contribute to enhancing the Mission’s performance and in
identifying and reporting lessons and best practices within their respective fields of responsibility;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, of which at least one (1) year in the field as a member of geographically dispersed field team,
unit or office with multi-national, multi-cultural staff;
Experience of outreach and conduct of negotiations and consultations would be an significant
advantage;
Experience of field based operational planning processes and execution;
Experience as a head of field operations in an unpredictable crisis environment would be an
advantage;
Ability to develop, implement and oversee operations room and field operating procedures;
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Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
International experience in an international organisation operating in the field a conflict or immediate
post conflict situation;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Parliamentary Liaison/Civil Society
Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA90
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic SSR Advice Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States:
Yes
Reporting Line: The Parliamentary Liaison/Civil Society Adviser reports to the Head of Strategic SSR
Advice Unit.
Main Tasks
To monitor the developments in the National Assembly and provide analysis and advice in view of their
possible impact on mandate implementation and keep the Mission management constantly updated;
To monitor the parliamentary committees responsible for security sector related matters and provide
analysis and advice in view of their possible impact on mandate implementation and keep the Mission
management constantly updated;
To coordinate SSR related expert support and advice to the parliamentary committees responsible for
security sector related matters;
To monitor civil society activities working on security sector related matters and provide analysis and
advice in view of their possible impact on mandate implementation and keep the Mission management
constantly updated;
To advise the HoM on issues in order to ensure coherence between mission activities and the wider
political context;
To prepare briefings and notes to ensure timely information for the HoM and other Mission members;
To contribute to regular Mission reporting and to other reports, papers and briefings in relation to the
implementation of the Mission mandate;
To contribute in identifying lessons learned and best practises in his/her field of competence;
To assist in conducting and coordinating official visits according to protocol rules;
To conduct briefings for Mission staff and other individuals or groups;
To assist in vetting draft press releases, public statements and articles;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Knowledge and experience in the field of security sector reform in liaison with security and justice
actors;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and/or international
organizations, ideally in a political advisory capacity;
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills;
Excellent drafting skills;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area and other areas within the
same geopolitical region and some experience with decentralization processes is desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
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Position Name:
Vetting Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA91 – UA92 (2 positions)
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic SSR Advice Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Vetting Adviser reports to the Head of Strategic SSR Advice Unit.
Main Tasks
To provide strategic reform related advice to the leadership of the relevant Ukrainian authorities at the
national level in shaping, developing and implementing identified reform choices in vetting
procedures, as a key contribution to the lustration process and future recruitments within the security
sector reform;
To promote, encourage and advise the leadership of the relevant Ukrainian authorities at the national
level on transparent models and standards for vetting procedures;
To support the Ukrainian authorities in developing transparency in the vetting process and procedures
for appealing decisions;
To advise the Ukrainian vetting authorities in ensuring compliance with legislation, Human Rights and
European standards;
To conduct analysis of applied vetting procedures and report to the Head of Strategic SSR Advice
Unit;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy towards, and advisory input to the
relevant Ukrainian authorities;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the Strategic SSR
Advice Unit tasks or activities, or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to raise issues
to the Head of Unit;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time, and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources management, vetting of personnel and career management and
development;
Experience of change management, related outreach and consultation would be an significant
advantage;
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Possess operational and strategic experience with, or in assistance of Security Sector agencies under
Ministry of Internal Affairs and/or Ministry of Justice (Police, Gendarmerie, Intelligence, General-
Prosecutor’s Office and/or related democratic oversight or regulatory structures (independent
inspectorate, parliamentary oversight committee or ombudsman);
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Proven ability to address these subjects to national, governmental level decision makers;
Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic
and operational considerations;
International experience in an international organizations operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable as well as the EU accession agenda.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Change Management Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA93
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic SSR Advice Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Change Management Adviser reports to the Head of Strategic SSR Advice Unit.
Main Tasks
To advise the relevant Ukrainian authorities on change management requirements of their civilian
security sector reform programmes;
To assist the relevant Ukrainian authorities in identifying all of the change management elements
relevant to their reform programme, including (but not limited to) culture change, structural change,
process mapping and re-engineering, training, communication and rollout;
To assist in ensuring that Ukrainian change management activities are consistently and coherently
planned and coordinated;
To assist the relevant Ukrainian authorities in developing a change plan that will drive the optimum
implementation of the plan;
To coordinate with other elements of the Strategic Advisors component to ensure that change
management is factored in to their respective areas of advice;
To provide input to the mission's external periodic reporting;
To ensure that liaison and coordination are consistently maintained with EU, non-EU and local
stakeholders in the area of change management;
To ensure that any required instructions to assist the Ukrainian authorities are developed, implemented
and periodically reviewed;
To contribute to the identification and reporting of lessons and best practices within his/her field of
responsibility;
To ensure that the Mission is periodically updated on change management activities pertaining to the
MoIA reform program;
To support all Strategic Advisers in relation to reform activities;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Science,
Security, Military Affairs, International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public
Administration or a closely related field of study, where the normal duration of university education in
the country awarded is three (3) years or more;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Possess operational and strategic experience with Government civil service or other bodies related to
the reform of Civilian Security Sector agencies (Police, Gendarmerie, Intelligence, Armed Forces
and/or related democratic oversight or regulatory structures (independent inspectorate, parliamentary
oversight committee or ombudsman);
Experience of advising on change management at the national level preferably within the CIS,
including experience in change management of national security sector related reforms, in planning
their implementation, related outreach, consultation and change management;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Qualified programme/project management with knowledge and experience of leading multi-thematic
and multi-layered security, rule of law or stabilisation related programme, project and change
management;
Proven ability to address these subjects to national, governmental or executive level decision makers;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM;
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International experience in the senior management in an international organisation operating in a
conflict or immediate post conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams (offices or
mobile teams) is essential;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area or other areas within the
same geopolitical region is desirable as well as the EU accession agenda.
Experience in change management analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding
of strategic and operational considerations.
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to goals of the team and to report efficiently both orally
and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations evolve;
Excellent managerial skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP;
Familiarity with diplomatic protocol;
Experience in dealing with change management of large institutions, either public or private, at top
management levels.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Domestic Security Strategic Adviser
Employment Regime:
Seconded
Ref. Number:
UA37 and UA94 (2 positions)
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Operations/Strategic Advisory
Component/Strategic SSU Advisory Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
Reporting Line: The Domestic Security Strategic Adviser reports to the Head of Strategic Advisory
Component.
Main Tasks
To provide strategic reform related advice to the National Security Service of Ukraine in support of
Ukrainian government and ministerial reform policy and in accordance with Mission policy and
guidelines. This advice will include advice on policy relating to such matters as management
structures, division of competences, examples of National Intelligence Models, coordination and
management, professional ethos, resource management and training;
To enhance the awareness of senior management of the Security Service of relevant EU governance
standards;
To assist the Ukrainian authorities in assessing and tailoring Security Service and Intelligence
management models; to assist them in identifying choices, making informed decisions, analysing
implications and planning accordingly in the context of shaping Ukrainian security and law
enforcement reforms and their implementation in consideration of EU human rights, freedoms data
protection and accountability standards and best practice;
To provide awareness and advice to the national level Security Service leadership relating to the
establishment of robust and effective internal investigations and discipline;
To support Mission staff in advising relevant Ukrainian Security Sector agencies, including law
enforcement agencies, in promoting, developing and incorporating analytical criminal intelligence
structures and processes within the design of strategic SSR;
To inform and otherwise contribute towards the Mission’s policy and advisory input into harmonised
Ukrainian SSR at the cross governmental level;
To support the national Security Service to plan and prepare for participation in, and follow up to,
international and national level multi-agency and internal SSR policy development and planning
events;
To contribute to the drafting and progressive upgrading of the Mission Implementation Plan by
supporting the identification of mission operational requirements as the situation evolves as well as the
design of mission operational activities in support of tasks and objectives;
To constantly assess progress, to identify actual and potential risks to attainment of the MoIA
Advisory Units tasks or activities, or delays against the Mission Implementation Plan, and to raise
issues to the Head of Strategic Advisory Component;
To regularly report internally against benchmarking, also assessing the consistency and sustainability
of mission operational activities across time, and to provide recommendations for the improvement of
mission performance;
To contribute to Mission external reporting;
To take into account overall Security Sector Reform issues in order to ensure coherence between the
Unit’s activities and wider SSR aspects;
To contribute to the induction of mission personnel, directly supervising the preparation and conduct
of dedicated induction programmes for personnel;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Political Sciences,
International Relations, Diplomacy, Law, Social Sciences or Public Administration or a closely related
field of study, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3)
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years or more;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies, preferably in a special policing command position;
Presently hold, or have held, the rank of Lieutenant Colonel/Chief Superintendent or above in an
operational role;
Experience of operational command of Border Police units;
Experience of managing the interface between civilian and uniformed personnel;
Experience of Human Resources management and career management and development;
Experience of change management, related outreach and consultation would be an significant
advantage;
Experience of managing police/public relations and community outreach;
Be able to demonstrate political and diplomatic acumen;
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate the strategic vision of the HoM, to
establish priorities, to plan and to exercise control;
Ability to work proactively whilst adhering to the goals of the team he/she is a part of and to report
efficiently both orally and in writing, while taking into account possible new guidance as situations
evolve;
Excellent managerial skills. Ability to mentor and motivate staff, to review and edit the work of
others;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Highly resilient under physical and mental pressure.
Ability to engage with senior officials, to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
Sound understanding of the aims, purposes and functioning of EU CFSP and CSDP.
Knowledge of the situation in the mission area or other areas within the same geopolitical region is
desirable;
International experience in an international organisation operating in a conflict or immediate post
conflict situation and with geographically deployed teams would be beneficial.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Seconded/contracted positions
Reporting line: The Public Relations Officer / Spokesperson reports to the Head of Public Information
Department / Senior Spokesperson.
Main tasks
To substitute the Head of Public Information Department / Senior Spokesperson in his absence;
To manage, engage, interact, monitor and feed print and audio-visual contents to the mission’s web
and social media tools;
To organize and implement public information campaigns, EUAM, EU and topic related events,
mission promotional materials, town hall meetings and conferences;
To engage with the local PR community;
To assist in conducting and coordinating official visits according to protocol rules;
To advise, mentor and support designated Ukrainian counterparts on strategic public relations and
communication;
To contribute to regular mission reporting and to other reports, papers and briefings in relation to the
implementation of the mission mandate;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in communication /
social media marketing, where the normal duration of university education in the country awarded is
three (3) years or more;
After having fulfilled the above requirements, a minimum of three (3) years relevant and proven
professional experience, ideally in an international environment;
Knowledge and experience in the field of security sector;
Good understanding of and experience in the European Institutions and CSDP;
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and/or international
organizations, ideally in a media related capacity;
Excellent understanding of the media and social media environment;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Excellent drafting skills;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area and other areas within
the same geopolitical region is desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not necessary, but would be an
asset.
Position Name:
Public Relations Officer /
Spokesperson
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category:
Mission Support –
Management Level
Ref. Number:
UA95
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Chief of Staff Office/Public
Information Department
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
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Reporting Line: The Media Information Analysis Officer reports to Head of Public Information Department
/ Senior Spokesperson.
Main Tasks
To collect and analyse on daily basis all relevant media, public relations and social media contents;
To disseminate the information among the EUAM staff, in particular the Senior Management and the
advisors;
To proactively prepare under the guidance of the CPPI, lines to take, replies/rebuttals and relevant
crisis communication information for all EUAM communication platforms;
To organize and implement public polls and surveys on requested security sector relevant topics, the
EUAM public image and carry out the necessary analysis as well as prepare relevant reports and
public information contents;
To advise, mentor and support designated Ukrainian counterparts on strategic public relations and
communication;
To contribute to regular mission reporting and to other reports, papers and briefings in relation to the
implementation of the mission mandate;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in communication
and/or social media marketing, where the normal duration of university education in the country
awarded is three (3) years or more or equivalent Police or/and Military education;
At least five (5) years of relevant and proven professional experience after having completed his/her
studies;
Knowledge and experience in the field of security sector;
Good understanding of and experience in the European Institutions and CSDP;
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and/or international
organizations, ideally in a media related capacity;
Excellent understanding of the media and social media environment;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Excellent drafting skills;
Knowledge of the political, cultural and security situation of the mission area and other areas within
the same geopolitical region is desirable.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are a requirement.
Position Name:
Media Information Analysis Officer
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category for Contracted:
Mission Support –
Management Level
Ref. Number:
UA64
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
February 2015
Department/Component/Unit:
Chief of Staff Office/Public
Information Department
Level of Security Clearance:
EU RESTRICTED or
equivalent
Open to contributing third
States: Yes
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Position Name:
Deputy Senior Mission Security
Officer
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category:
Expert Level
Ref. Number:
UA96
Location:
Kyiv/Countrywide
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Mission Security
Level of Security Clearance:
EU SECRET
Open to contributing third
States:
No
Reporting Line
In line with the EU's Policy on the Security of EU staff deployed outside the EU in an operational capacity
under Title V of the TEU (Field Security Policy) the Deputy Senior Mission Security Officer (DSMSO) is
under the authority of the Senior Mission Security Officer (SMSO).
Main Tasks
Assists the SMSO in the management and supervision of the Security Office and replaces him/her
during his/her absence;
Assists the SMSO in the establishment, implementation, update and review of the security and safety
requirements, recommendations and instructions in accordance with the Field Security Handbook;
Assists the SMSO in assessing the threat level and in drafting, and updating the Mission security plan
and all supporting security and safety instructions and procedures;
Ensures that plans for relocation/evacuation are current and able to be implemented at short notice;
Ensures that all security and communications equipment are kept up-to-date and in a state of operational
readiness;
Conducts regular security drills, communication tests and evacuation exercises;
Provides briefings on matters affecting security and safety of mission members and ensures that they are
properly prepared for emergencies;
Liaises and co-operates closely with other international organizations and national law enforcement
agencies working in the field of security or other relevant authorities;
Provides comprehensive reports on all incidents affecting the mission and mission members, and
initiates necessary follow up action with appropriate authorities;
Ensures the protection of EU classified information;
Elaborates precise and accurate reports concerning information received which impacts upon the
mission and mission members, initiating appropriate analyses and assessments of all pertinent
information;
Provides assistance and appropriate response to mission members in respect to security measures,
ensuring that all necessary actions are taken, particularly in emergency cases;
Works in close cooperation with the Department of Mission Support in matters related to procurement
of necessary security related equipment and services;
Assist the SMSO in the supervision of journey management planning for all field visits – providing
timely advice and guidance to mission members as required
Assists the SMSO in the recruitment process of new staff in the Mission Security Office
Assists the SMSO in the management of the security provider's contract;
Travels to High Risk areas, if required, and conducts security duties;
Undertakes any other related tasks as required by the Senior Mission Security Officer.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Police Sciences,
Military Sciences, Social Sciences, security or related studies, where the normal duration of university
education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more
or
Equivalent education in Police/Military or civilian security organization with specialized training in
field operations, force protection and/or security;
After having fulfilled the above requirements, minimum of 10 years of relevant and proven professional
experience in the civilian security sector and/or in the military/police, in particular with regard to the
security/protection of personnel, facilities and assets;
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A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in managerial position;
Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Demonstrated ability to contribute creatively to the development of security policies and procedures;
Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills;
Experience in planning and implementing projects;
Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity
and respect for diversity;
Highly resilient under mental pressure and willingness to work extra hours when required;
Solid knowledge of the Mission area and potential security threats;
Ability to operate Windows and Power Point applications, including Word processing, e-mail, and
spreadsheets (Excel);
Civilian driving license class B and C mandatory.
Successful completion of the EU Mission Security Officer Certification Course (desirable);
International experience of an ESDP/CSDP mission, together with experience of multi-national and
international organizations / Missions (desirable).
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills would be an asset.
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Position Name:
Mission Security Officer
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category:
Mission Support –
Management Level
Ref. Number:
UA97
Location:
Kyiv/Countrywide
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Mission Security
Level of Security Clearance:
EU SECRET
Open to contributing third
States: No
Reporting Line
In line with the EUs Policy on the Security of EU staff deployed outside the EU in an operational capacity
under Title V of the TEU (Field Security Policy) and under the authority of the Senior Mission Security
Officer (SMSO), the MSO:
Main Tasks
Assists the SMSO in the development, implementation and updating of the Mission Security Plan, and
all supporting security and safety instructions and procedures;
Assesses the security situation and maintains updated all relevant security related documents
Conducts or initiates security surveys of mission member’s personal protective security requirements,
transport security, residential and office security;
Ensures that all security and communications equipment is kept up-to-date and in a state of operational
readiness;
Conducts regular security drills, communication tests and evacuation exercises;
Provides briefings on matters affecting the security and safety of mission members and ensures that
they are properly prepared for emergencies;
Liaises as directed and co-operates closely with other international organizations and national law
enforcement agencies in the field of security or other relevant authorities;
Provides comprehensive reports to the SMSO on all incidents affecting mission members and initiates
necessary follow up action with the appropriate authorities;
Produces briefings and presentations relating to his/her sphere of work for the benefit of the mission;
Reports and assists the SMSO on the security level and state of alert for the mission staff;
Provides assistance and appropriate response to mission members in respect of security measures,
ensuring that all necessary actions are provided in support of any related situation, particularly in
emergency cases;
Works in close cooperation with the Department of Mission Support in matters related to the
procurement of necessary security related equipment and services;
Elaborates in-depth planning and execution of security operations;
Travels to High Risk areas, if required, and conducts security duties;
Undertakes any other tasks required by the SMSO in support of the objectives of the Mission.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Police Sciences,
Military Sciences, Social Sciences, security or related studies, where the normal duration of university
education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more
or
Equivalent education in Police/Military or civilian security organization with specialized training in
field operations, force protection and/or security
After having fulfilled the above requirements, minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible
professional experience at management level in the civilian security sector in the military/police, in
particular with regard to the security/protection of personnel, facilities and assets;
Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Demonstrated ability to contribute creatively to the development of security policies and procedures;
Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills;
Experience in planning and implementing projects;
Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity
and respect for diversity;
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Highly resilient under mental pressure and willingness to work extra hours when required;
Solid knowledge of the Mission area and potential security threats;
Ability to operate Windows and Power Point applications, including Word processing, e-mail, and
spreadsheets (Excel);
Civilian driving license class B and C mandatory;
Successful completion of the EU Mission Security Officer Certification Course (desirable);
International experience of an ESDP/CSDP mission, together with experience of multi-national and
international organizations / Missions (desirable).
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills would be an asset.
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Position Name:
Mission Security Officer Field Security
Instructor
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category:
Mission Support –
Management Level
Ref. Number:
UA98
Location:
Kyiv/Countrywide
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Mission Security
Level of Security Clearance:
EU SECRET
Open to contributing third
States: No
Reporting Line
In line with the EU’s Policy on the Security of EU staff deployed outside the EU in an operational capacity
under Title V of the TEU (Field Security Policy) and under the authority of the Senior Mission Security
Officer (SMSO), the Mission Security Officer/ Trainer will:
Main Tasks
Organise and delivers security briefings for all newly arrived International and Local Staff members;
Liaise closely and coordinates with other Mission Departments to define training needs;
Develop and organises specialised security related trainings;
Deliver regular security training for all Mission members;
Develop a Mission Security training guide/manual and updates it regularly;
Keep the SMSO updated on all training policies;
Produce security assessments and analysis as tasked;
Evaluate biannually the effectiveness of the ongoing initiatives;
Undertake other job-related tasks/assignments as directed by the SMSO or his/her Deputy.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Police Sciences,
Military Sciences, Social Sciences, security or related studies, where the normal duration of university
education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more;
or
Equivalent education in Police/Military or civilian security organization with specialized training in
field operations, force protection and/or security;
After having fulfilled the above requirements, minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible
professional experience at management level in the civilian security sector and/or in the military/police,
in particular with regard to the security/protection of personnel, facilities and assets;
Certified trainer/instructor preferably in a police or military context.
Demonstrated experience in planning and designing training packages, and providing security training;
Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Demonstrated ability to contribute creatively to the development of security policies and procedures;
Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills;
Experience in planning and implementing projects;
Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity
and respect for diversity;
Highly resilient under mental pressure and willingness to work extra hours when required;
Solid knowledge of the Mission area and potential security threats;
Ability to operate Windows and Power Point applications, including Word processing, e-mail, and
spreadsheets (Excel);
Civilian driving license class B and C mandatory;
Successful completion of the EU Mission Security Officer Certification Course (desirable);
International experience of an ESDP/CSDP mission, together with experience of multi-national and
international organizations / Missions (desirable);
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
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Position Name:
HR Officer – Training Officer
(Rotation/Training/Travel)
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category:
Mission Support –
Management Level
Ref. Number:
UA99
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Mission Support/Human Resources
Management Unit
Level of Security
Clearance:
EU CONFIDENTIAL
Open to contributing third
States:
No
Reporting Line: The HR Officer – Training Officer (Rotation/Training/Travel) reports to the Chief of
Human Resources Management Unit.
Main Tasks
To carry out assignments in management and coordination of Human resources related issues;
To advise on and apply human resources policies and procedures;
To assist in the preparations of Calls for Contributions for international staff and Calls for
Applications for local staff;
To coordinate extension request exercises for seconded eligible staff prior the launch of each regular
Call for Contribution;
To coordinate the deployment of selected candidates, redeployment, check-in and check-out of staff
members with all involved stakeholders, including line managers and the Brussels Support Element;
To take active part in implementing procedures deriving from staffing reviews, such as internal
competitions for retention of staff, internal Calls for Applications, redeployments, etc;
To advise and assist staff members concerning the human resources policies and procedures;
To contribute to the development, implementation and follow-up on the human resources strategies,
policies and procedures;
To ensure the timely and correct administration of financial entitlements of staff, such as
reimbursement of duty trips, temporary reallocations, home travel reimbursement, etc.;
To provide advice, guidance and support to staff on personnel administration related matters;
To plan, organize and deliver trainings, produce training materials, report on training activities;
To support the Chief of Human Resources Management Unit in assessing training and staff
development needs throughout the Mission at all levels in his/her role of a focal point in the Mission
for organizing training programmes;
To develop, coordinate and implement effective induction and in-service training and staff
development programmes for all personnel of the Mission;
To draft technical specifications/terms of reference for procurement activities in his/her area of
expertise, participating in the evaluation of tenders as required;
To monitor the performance of contractors in his/her area of responsibility;
Be responsible for the duty travel arrangements and oversee the missions guide application;
To undertake any other related tasks as required by the Chief Human Resources Management Unit.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Human Resources,
Social Sciences, Law, Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field of study, where the
normal duration of university education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more;
After having fulfilled the above requirements, at least three (3) years of relevant and proven full-time
professional experience, preferably in general human resources management and/or staff training;
Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills;
Very good communication skills, both written and oral;
Proficiency in use of standard Microsoft Office package, HR management related software and data
entry processes;
Previous experience in CSDP missions would be an advantage;
Substantial knowledge of the functioning of the EU and in particular CSDP missions is an advantage;
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multi-national and international organisations
will be an asset.
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Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills would be an asset.
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Position Name:
Chief of CIS
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category for Contracted:
Mission Support – Expert
Level
Ref. Number:
UA55
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Component/Department/Unit:
Mission Support/CIS Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU SECRET
Open to contributing third
States: No
Reporting Line: The Chief of CIS reports to the Head of Mission Support.
Main Tasks
To support and advise the Head of Mission Support (and others in Mission management if required) on
all communication and information systems matters;
To manage all CIS equipment telephones, radios, servers, network and software equipment and
applications with respect to installation, systems support, maintenance and to coordinate the
standardisation of computer hardware and software within the Mission;
To support in designing, implementing and maintaining LAN/WAN networks and to ensure their
maintenance such that the Mission is provided with appropriate e-mail, internet access, file sharing and
data backup services;
To supervise the research and evaluation of goods, services and new technologies as required, to make
recommendations on their deployment and to supervise the preparation of technical specifications in
collaboration with procurement section where necessary;
To ensure value for money and budget control/ accountability in all areas of CIS spending with
particular reference to service level agreements, telephone costs, equipment maintenance and
replacement;
To support the implementation of appropriate security measures to protect the missions CIS
infrastructure from electronic attacks;
To identify, develop and implement training needs related to CIS as required;
To establish the necessary technical liaison and coordination with other international organizations in
the Mission area;
To establish, propose and monitor the efficiency of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/Internal
Guidelines containing policies and directives relating to all CIS issues;
To contribute to lessons identification;
To perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Communication
Information Systems, ICT or Technical Specialisation in Engineering, Communications, where the
normal duration of university education in the country awarded is four (4) years or more;
After having fulfilled the above requirements, a minimum of five (5) years of overall relevant and
proven professional experience, including two (2) years at management level, notably in practical
management of complex information and communication technology infrastructure and systems
including maintenance and operation;
Advanced knowledge and experience in the installation management and configuration of servers
(Microsoft/Linux), workstations, firewalls, routers, switches and other network equipment(relevant
certifications are an advantage);
Knowledge and experience in communications hardware and software in the areas of VHF, UHF, HF,
Satellite systems (Thuraya and Iridum), GSM, PBX, VoIP, VTC SIP services;
Strong knowledge and practical experience in information security (CISSP Certification is desirable);
Expert level of problem solving and analytical ability to analyse IT and communications issues;
Experience in drafting procedures for the use and management of computer systems and networks;
Previous experience in CSDP missions would be an advantage;
Previous work experience in Eastern Europe is desirable;
Experience in project management (ITIL desirable);
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multi-national and international organizations
is desirable.
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Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement, but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
CIS Officer IT
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category:
Mission Support –
Management Level
Ref. Number:
UA100
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Mission Support/CIS Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU SECRET
Open to contributing third
States: No
Reporting Line: The CIS Officer IT reports to the Chief of CIS.
Main Tasks
To assist, plan, analyze, design, program and implement Information Technology (IT) projects and
applicable IT policies, technical reports, operating instructions, guidelines and procedures and to assist
in formulation of security and contingency policy for the organizational IT structure;
To manage IT equipment, servers, network and software applications with respect to installation,
systems support, security and maintenance, to ensure the operation of the Mission’s local/wide area
network through an adequate preventive maintenance program and to coordinate standardization of
computer hardware and software with the center of the Mission and field structures;
To conduct research, analysis and evaluation of new technologies and make recommendations for their
deployment, as well as handling all aspects of contract administration, including collaboration with the
Mission’s Procurement Unit in order to establish service level agreements or framework contracts with
vendors;
To develop detailed systems specifications, functional specifications and user documentation for major
systems;
To implement appropriate security mechanisms in order to protect the Mission’s network and
infrastructure from all kinds of electronic threats;
To originate requisitions for equipment, spare parts and supplies and maintain the appropriate budget
control and accountability for IT spending;
To select and evaluate cost-effective solutions for IT hardware and software according to the Mission’s
requirements;
To maintain an adequate number of computer equipment and spares;
To organize repair and replacement as necessary;
To organize the prompt delivery of technical services by assigning the available technical resources,
including providing office automation as help desk support, standardization, preparation and
maintenance of applications;
To seek out user information and their training needs and to arrange training for users and IT staff with
regards to the Mission’s standard hard- and software, while at the same time keeping up to date with
new technologies and standards;
To design, implement and maintain local/wide area networks, providing network, email, internet use,
security and backup of Mission data;
To support systems for procurement, personnel management, finance control, assets control, pass and
ID systems and databases for the entire Mission area;
To identify needs for goods and/or services specifically required for IT, to technically define the
appropriate requirements of the means required to cover these needs and to participate, as appropriate,
in the correspondent processes to procure these goods and services;
To monitor and supervise the work of the local CIS assistant;
To undertake any other related tasks as required by the Chief of CIS.
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Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Information
Technology or IT Engineering, where the normal duration of university education in the country
awarded is three (3) years or more;
After having fulfilled the above requirements, at least three (3) years of relevant and proven full-time
professional experience in IT management and design, development and implementation of complex IT
systems;
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Server and Operating Systems technologies, Cisco network devices
and Cisco IOS;
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory environments (functional level 2008 R2 and/or
above);
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 and/or above;
Substantial knowledge of IT equipment specifications and performances, such as servers, network
devices and IT standards;
Knowledge of network protocols, Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN) and
TCP/IP, including installation, administration and management;
Good knowledge in supplies ordering/acquisition and procurement procedures;
Effective project management skills.
Certifications in Microsoft Server Platforms and Operating Systems technologies, Cisco network
devices and Cisco IOS;
Substantial knowledge of the functioning of the EU and in particular CSDP missions;
Good understanding of the political, cultural and security situation in the Ukraine;
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multi-national and international organizations;
Ability to perform under stress and in difficult circumstances.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.
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Position Name:
Logistics Officer
Employment Regime:
Seconded/Contracted
Post Category:
Mission Support –
Management Level
Ref. Number:
UA101
Location:
Kyiv
Availability:
ASAP
Department/Component/Unit:
Mission Support /Logistics and
Transport Unit
Level of Security Clearance:
EU CONFIDENTIAL
Open to contributing third
States:
No
Reporting Line: The Logistics Officer reports to the Chief of Logistics and Transport Unit.
Main Tasks
To assist the Chief of Logistics and Transport Unit to plan, analyse, design, program and implement
all aspects of logistical needs of the Mission, in cooperation and coordination with relevant members
of the Team;
To assess, approve and process logistics requests as appropriate;
To coordinate and manage the distribution and reallocation of all logistical resources as directed,
ensuring systems are in place for replacement and repair as necessary;
To assist the Chief of Logistics and Transport Unit in the production of reports concerning logistic
issues, proposing/recommending changes and improvements, ensuring accuracy and comprehensive
policies and guidelines where necessary;
To identify needs in terms of goods and/or services specifically required for areas of responsibility and
to participate, as appropriate, in the correspondent processes to procure these goods and services;
To ensure that at all times an inventory of items of Mission property is updated and distributed as
necessary for reporting, insurance and other purposes;
To verify the accuracy of the data recorded/updated in the Asset Control and Inventory System,
ensuring tracking of all Mission assets from delivery to disposal;
To oversee the regular stock and asset verification exercises, and produce post inspection reports for
the Mission’s Management and Auditors;
To reconcile all balances regularly and submit accurate, auditable financial year-end statistics to Chief
of Logistics;
To ensure accuracy of statistics on a daily basis, making sure anomalies are identified and addressed in
close cooperation with the relevant units;
To develop and implement disposal procedures and manage the effectiveness and execution of asset
write off and disposal procedures and execution in the Mission;
To prepare proactively in conjunction with other parts of the unit recommendations for write off and
disposal of Mission property, in cooperation with the technical sections concerned;
To assist non-technical units in preparation of technical specifications/terms of reference of
items/services to be procured;
To plan and coordinate resources during relocations of buildings, office space and closing down of
mission premises;
To receive, review, analyse, assign, process and track certified requisitions submitted for procurement
action;
To review specifications for completeness and strive for competitive evaluation criteria;
To deal with custom documents for all Mission assets in and out of Ukraine as required;
To support and monitor logistics stores within the Mission as directed;
To liaise with outside agencies, companies and suppliers as directed;
To take part in tender evaluation committees for goods and services required by the mission;
To undertake any other related tasks as required by the Chief of Logistics and Transport Unit.
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Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a full course of university studies attested by a degree in Transport,
Logistics, Engineering or Administration or a closely related field of study, where the normal duration
of university education in the country awarded is three (3) years or more or equivalent;
After having fulfilled the above requirements, at least three (3) years of relevant and proven
professional experience in Logistics and/or Transport;
Proficiency in use of standard Microsoft Office package, asset management related software and data
entry processes, knowledge of logistics databases and inventory procedures;
Previous experience in CSDP missions would be an advantage;
International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and international organisations
would be an asset;
Certification in an international project management methodology (e.g. ILS "Integrated Logistic
Support", PRINCE 2) would be an asset.
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a requirement;
Written and spoken Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills are not a requirement but would be an
asset.