Team Leader - Agricultural Development Project

The project aims to support the government of Ukraine in the adoption of EU acquis in the fields of agriculture and rural development, fisheries and aquaculture. It will contribute to raise the capacities of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and its executive agencies in designing and implementing key reforms in these sectors and enhance the functionality of Ukraine’s services, control and infrastructure system in a gradual alignment with relevant EU and other international standards. 

Objectives 

  • Facilitate the comprehensive alignment of Ukrainian legislation with EU acquis in agriculture, rural development, fisheries, and aquaculture. 

  • Enhance the operational capacities of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and its executive agencies through targeted training and knowledge transfer initiatives 

  • Support the digital transformation of Ukraine's agricultural services by advancing the development and integration of the State Agrarian Register and related systems. 

Qualifications: 

Tasks of the expert:

  • Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the project to ensure successful delivery of objectives. 

  • Oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of all project activities. 

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the Government of Ukraine, the Ministry of Agrarian Policy, and other relevant stakeholders. 

  • Foster strong relationships and effective communication with EU representatives, local authorities, and project partners. 

  • Provide expert guidance and support in aligning Ukrainian legislation, policies, and institutions with EU acquis in agriculture, rural development, fisheries, and aquaculture. 

  • Oversee the preparation of comprehensive project reports, including progress updates, technical documentation, and final deliverables. 

  • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and reporting requirements.

  • Manage the project budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to financial guidelines. 

  • Design and implement training programs, workshops, and knowledge transfer initiatives to enhance the capacities of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and its executive agencies. 

  • Support the digitalisation of agricultural services, including the development and integration of the State Agrarian Register and related systems. 

Qualifications:

 

  • Advanced degree in agriculture, rural development, public policy, or a related field. 

  • Extensive experience in managing large-scale technical assistance projects, preferably in the context of EU acquis alignment. 

  • In-depth knowledge of EU policies and legislation in agriculture, rural development, fisheries, and aquaculture. 

  • Proven track record of successful stakeholder engagement and relationship management. 

  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a diverse team. 

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills. 

  • Fluency in English; knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is an asset. 

  • Familiarity with digitalisation initiatives and IT systems in the agricultural sector is desirable. 

Start / Duration: 

The project is expected to start in August 2025 over 40 months

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