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The full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation has resulted in the destruction of Ukraine’s cultural infrastructure and critically undermined the institutional capacity of cultural institutions. More than 2,000 cultural infrastructure facilities (libraries, museums, theatres, cultural centres, art schools) have been damaged or destroyed. In the context of wartime and post-war recovery, there is a need for systematic management of reconstruction, improving accessibility conditions, modernization, improving the system of resource and financial support for employees, and digital transformation processes of cultural institutions. The Recovery Support Unit under the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine coordinates projects aimed at the recovery and transformation of the cultural sector, providing analytical, legal, and managerial support. To ensure the development and institutional strengthening of cultural institutions through the introduction of modern management principles, enhancement of their operational efficiency and sustainability, and improvement of the quality and accessibility of cultural services for the population.
Job Responsibility:
Ensure strategic planning and implementation of programmes aimed at the development and institutional strengthening of cultural institutions
Organize and coordinate the implementation of modern management approaches to improve institutional performance
Ensure full-cycle programme and project management (planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation), including achievement of defined results and KPIs
Coordinate interaction with public authorities, local self-government bodies, donors, and international partners
Ensure the development and implementation of measures to improve the quality and accessibility of cultural services, taking into account principles of inclusivity and accessibility
Initiate and implement tools to enhance operational efficiency and financial sustainability of cultural institutions
Ensure preparation of analytical materials and policy briefs in line with donor and partner requirements
Represent programmes and results at national and international levels
Ensure compliance with timelines, budgets, and quality standards
Requirements:
Advanced education in management, public policy, cultural management, or related fields (Master’s or equivalent)
At least 10 years of proven experience in culture and project management (as evidenced by a CV and at least 2 recommendations)
Practical experience in managing a municipal or state cultural institution (director, deputy director, head of unit), including staff management, budgeting, strategic development, and change management (transformations)
Experience in managing infrastructure projects (construction, reconstruction, modernization of cultural facilities) desirable
Experience in grant management
Experience working with international organizations, donors, and public authorities
Knowledge of modern project management methodologies (PMI, Agile or equivalent)
Experience in preparing analytical reports, briefs, and concept papers for public authorities, donors, and international organizations
Additional certifications in project management, consulting, strategic management, or related fields are an asset
Strong analytical and communication skills
Nice to have:
Experience in managing infrastructure projects (construction, reconstruction, modernization of cultural facilities)
Additional certifications in project management, consulting, strategic management, or related fields