Area Manager South (Керівник регіонального структурного підрозділу)

Area Manager South

COUNTRY:  Ukraine 

REPORTS TO:   Operations Manager 

LOCATION:  Mykolaiv

JOB CONTEXT:
From February 2022, HI has re-opened a Country Programme in Ukraine to respond to the humanitarian needs triggered by the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation. In 2024, HI pillars of interventions are:

• Health: HI aims to improve access to quality physical rehabilitation and mental health and psychosocial support services (MHPSS) for conflict-affected vulnerable population. 
• Protection: Given the scale of humanitarian and protection needs, HI intervenes at various levels to ensure that vulnerable conflict-affected populations have access to multi-sectoral services tailored to their needs. In addition, HI aims to foster a disability-inclusive humanitarian response.
• Armed Violence Reduction: Ongoing attacks dangerously exacerbated Explosive Ordnance (EO) contamination in Ukraine. In light of this, HI is conducting a multi-pronged approach to EO Risk Education and Conflict Preparedness and Protection (CPP), adaptable to the evolution of the conflict and is looking at extending the AVR scope with NTS (Non-Technical Survey) activities (subject to accreditation approval) and Victim Assistance. 
• Basic needs: to respond to the most acute needs for displaced households hosted by the local population or living in collective settings, HI is providing cash-based transfers, including MPCA (Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance) and a disability top-up.  
• Humanitarian-to-humanitarian logistics (ATLAS Logistique): To facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance as close as possible to the most affected populations, HI proposes mutualized storage and transportation services to other humanitarian actors – with a specific focus on “last-mile transportation”.

HI has 3 hubs, one in the East (based in Dnipro with a sub base in Poltava), one in the North East (based in Kharkiv), one in the South (based in Mykolaiv) and the coordination office is in Kyiv.

YOUR MISSION:
As Area Manager for the South hub:

• you report directly to the Operations Manager,
• you contribute in the area where you are based to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion,
• you ensure optimal quality and the impact of the projects implemented in your area by means of a delegation system with appropriate oversight mechanisms.
• With all the other HI managers, you share responsibility for the sound management and effective functioning of the global organisation through paradigm changes.
• you manage directly a team of project managers in your area.

In this framework, your main missions are:

Mission 1: Management

Mission 2: Strategy and steering

Mission 3: Standards and expertise

Mission 4: Operational implementation

Mission 5: Emergency Preparedness and Response

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

The security situation in Ukraine remains relatively stable, although air alert is frequently active. There is a strict curfew, the hours depend on the region.

Movements between sites can be made by car (Hi drivers) or by train, depending of the region and time. 

Requirements:

YOUR PROFILE:

• You have good experience in team management, particularly in helping team members to progress and become autonomous,
• You understand well operational partnerships and care for them, showing good contact and ability to discuss with partners (local authorities, other NGOs, etc).
• You master planning, monitoring and coordination systems,
• You can adapt to a conflictual context (Ukraine)

Benefits:

At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. https://hi.org/en/join-the-team

• 12 months International contract starting from 10th March 2025;
• The international contract provides social cover adapted to your situation:
  • Unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals;
  • Pension scheme;
  • Medical coverage with 50% of employee contribution;
  • Repatriation insurance paid by HI;
• Salary from 2869 € gross/month upon experience;
• Perdiem: 521 € net/month - paid in payroll
• Hardship: 500 € net/month paid with your salary;
• Paid leaves: 25 days per year;
• R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks
• Position unaccompanied:
  • Payment for travel costs (air ticket & visa) and transport of your personal effects;
  • A child allowance of 100€ per month, per child (from the second child) paid in payroll;
• Housing taken in charge by HI;

If you are resident in the country, local package:

Contract: Employment contract (according to Ukrainian legislation) Fixed-Term

Type of employment: Full-time

Benefits Package:

• 30 calendar days for annual leaves 
• Medical Insurance for HI staff and one dependent (tax paid by HI)
• Individual counselling sessions for HI staff
• Relocation package might be granted for the managerial positions and key positions if needed 
• Relevant supportive measures for person with disabilities (if needed)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

HI is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics. 

All interested candidates irrespective of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics are encouraged to apply for the vacancy.

If you have a disability and require any special arrangements to assist you during the interview, please inform us with the necessary details.

Handicap International has clear institutional policies on "Child Protection", "Anti-fraud, Bribery and Corruption", "Disability, Gender and Age" and "Protection of Beneficiaries from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment”. It is therefore mandatory for all staff to commit themselves to respect, uphold and promote these policies, and to sign the HI Code and Conduct.

How to apply

Attention: Please send your CV in English only.

Please note that interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

By submitting the CV application, the applicant gives his/her consent to the processing of his/her personal data (in accordance with the legislation of Ukraine).