Operations Director, Flagship Mental Health Activity - Ukraine

Operations Director, Flagship Mental Health Activity - Ukraine, Global Health

Location:
Ukraine

Project HOPE is an international NGO of engaged employees and volunteers who work in more than 25 countries, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients and provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world. We have helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Project HOPE seeks a Director of Operations to provide field coordination, security, and logistical support for an upcoming USAID Flagship Mental Health Activity. This five-year, roughly $50-$100 million activity intends to support the Government of Ukraine in accelerating development of a modern, evidence-informed, integrated mental health system at all levels. This system will foster enhanced accountability, efficiency, and transparency to effectively address the evolving mental health challenges faced by Ukrainians amidst Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, and during its recovery.

The Director of Operations will be the Activity’s point person for program support, including: travel, security, motor pool, human resources, and procurement. They will report to the Deputy Chief of Party and coordinate the functions of their unit to facilitate implementation. Due to the nature of the position, travel within Ukraine and the region will be required. The proposed Director of Operations candidate must fulfill the requirements detailed below.

This position will be based in Ukraine. Ukraine nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. The Flagship Mental Health Activity is anticipated to begin in November 2024.

This position is contingent upon award.

PRINICIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and adapt protocols and policies on travel, procurement, human resources, motor pool and logistics for the Flagship Mental Health Activity;
• Build capacity of staff on regulations and guidelines for the administration of USAID awards;
• Manage field teams across Ukraine and in restive areas;
• Provide advice to COP and DCOP on security profile, procurement needs, human resources, and emerging issues;
• Participate in security working groups and regularly share information with Project HOPE headquarters;
• Manage procurement of goods and services for the performance of the Award;
• Ensure compliance with USAID, USG and Government of Ukraine regulations;
• Oversee human resources for the Activity, including: hiring, promotion, termination, and professional development;
• Manage motor pool and travel for Activity in coordination with COP and Project HOPE Regional Director;

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in business administration, management, logistics, or a related field;
• At least 10 years of experience working in logistics, operations, HR, supply chain, or other management areas in Eastern Europe;
• Experience managing diverse teams in fast-paced environments;
• Background in development and implementation of policies and regulations;
• Familiarity with USAID procurement and award administration guidelines;
• Experience managing field teams;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Fluency in English and intermediate Ukranian language skills required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
• Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form and must be able to travel internationally.
• Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.”

Work environment:

• Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
• Emergency deployments may be in resource-deprived environments with austere living conditions.
• Travel for extended periods may be by air and/or other modes of transportation.
• While international travel is not a regular part of every job, programmatic needs may require it intermittently.
• Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship

Due to the substantial number of inquiries, we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please.

However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.

Thank you for your interest in Project HOPE.