Head of Program / Team Leader

KEY INFORMATION
Job Title:  Head of Program / Team Leader - Competitiveness for Recovery Ukraine 2026-2030 Program
Duration/Level of Effort: Full Time & Part time / Long Term
Position Location: Ukraine and remote.


ABOUT COWATER
Cowater is a global international development consultancy firm that works with partners to deliver technical assistance to governments and the private sector in Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Our key technical areas of focus include public financial management and accountability, revenue reform, customs, trade and investment facilitation, conflict, stability and security, inclusive economic growth, sustainable extractives industries, social service delivery, climate adaptation, monitoring and evaluation, as well as women's economic empowerment.

Cowater works with a diversified set of development donors, including the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the European Union (EU), the UK's Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), the World Bank, and others. Cowater further counts on a dynamic and diverse team of professionals committed to designing and implementing projects that deliver lasting results for the clients and countries with whom it works. 


SUMMARY OF THE OPPORTUNITY
This Program seeks to bolster Ukraine's competitiveness by supporting both public and private sector entities in key areas: improving the enabling business environment, fostering productivity, innovation and value addition, and enhancing workforce skills in selected sectors. It will achieve four outcomes: Outcome 1: SME friendly regulatory framework conditions, effective public-private dialogue and a conducive business environment; Outcome 2: Enhanced competitiveness and innovation of selected sectors; Outcome 3: Improved operational performance, sustainability and skills for SMEs and Outcome 4: Quality employment and strengthened labour market governance.
 

SUMMARY OF THE POSITIONS
Cowater is looking for a Head of Program / Team Leader for the Competitiveness for Recovery Ukraine 2026-2030 Program.
 

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience:

• 12+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated long-term expertise and experience in working on international cooperation projects, including in the realm of private sector competitiveness and donor relations.
• Sound knowledge of international concepts and approaches to strengthening competitiveness.
• Demonstrated capacity for strategic interaction with a wide range of stakeholders (national and regional government levels; associations, private sector). Preferably with extensive knowledge of the relevant Ukrainian landscape and a wide network of contacts at the public and private sector levels.
• Strategic thinker with demonstrated experience in leading complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Comprehensive experience in Project Cycle Management (PCM) and Results Based Management (RBM).
• Academic background (MA, PhD) and/or diploma with a degree in a field relevant to the mandate.

Language Proficiency:

• Fluency in English.
• Ukrainian is an asset.

 
APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP, or by 28th of December.
 
To apply, please submit your CV.
 
Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law.
 
We thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
 

ABOUT US
Founded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2017.
 
We thank you for your interest in building a better tomorrow.