POSITION: Project Manager (Category 1), Deregulation
1. Objective(s) and linkages to Reforms The position is embedded in the Reform Support Team (RST) at the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of Ukraine (MEDT). The RST assists the Ministry in filling the capacity gaps in the design and implementation of priority reform strategies and programs, while strengthening links and partnerships between the Ministry’s priorities and relevant donor support programs. The position is linked to the Deregulation and Entrepreneurship Development reform priority of the economic growth component under Ukraine 2020 Strategy. The ultimate aim of the deregulation reform is the establishment of favorable business climate, as specified in 2018 Government Action Plan. The Project Manager will ensure the coordinated actions for the following reform focus areas: facilitate the organization of the CMU Deregulation sessions; coordinate Deregulation projects preparation on time with responsible ministries using Deregulation 2.0 system; support Deregulation initiatives at Parliamentary Committees and working groups; contribute to internal control/audit reform by facilitating strategy updates, development of standards, capacity building; ensuring the effective external communication of the reform progress. 2. Duration and proposed timeframe Duration of assignment is until 30 June 2019. Subject to the availability of funding, the performance of the selected consultant and the specific needs of the RST, this appointment may be extended. The Consultant shall deliver services in Ukraine and for no less than working 20 days per calendar month. 3. Main Duties and Responsibilities Coordination and facilitation of the reform implementation process: ● coordination and facilitation of Reform Team activities ● engagement of relevant stakeholders (experts, government officials, donors, etc.) to Reform Team activities ● resolution of problems and obstacles encountered during implementation process, identifying and communicating important issues requiring decision of Senior Project Manager and/or RST Director and/or Reform Council Reform Teams (Working Groups) support: ● project management support (development of project/reform implementation plan, risk management, change management, etc.) ● organization of events, round tables, conferences and forums to engage stakeholders on key reform themes and policy proposals ● preparation of timely and quality reports and status updates on reform implementation progress to the Minister and RST Director, as well as for publication.
4. Main anticipated deliverables ● CMU Deregulation sessions are held in accordance with the plan