Job Announcement for a

Project Assistant for the EU Anti-Corruption Initiative

in Ukraine (EUACI)

The EUACI is looking for a Project Assistant to work in the field of corruption risks of construction projects.

Introduction

At the EUACI, we are making a difference in preventing and fighting corruption in Ukraine. We are working with the main anti-corruption stakeholders. We work with the government and the parliament, the anti-corruption institutions, the Integrity Cities and civil society and media. We provide strategic capacity building, institutional and legislative support. We are bringing the best international anti-corruption expertise to Ukraine.

If you comply with the conditions below and want to be part of a fascinating workplace with dedicated and hardworking colleagues who want to do their part to create an even better society with less corruption then send us your application to [email protected] with the copy for [email protected] before close of business on 06 February 2026.

The EUACI

The EUACI is a joint EU and Government of Denmark financed programme aimed at supporting Ukraine in its efforts to reduce corruption at the national and local level through the empowerment of citizens, civil society and state institutions. The strategic objectives are that: Corruption in Ukraine is reduced; Ukraine advances with anti-corruption reform; anti-corruption activities in construction are implemented within a framework that incorporates transparency, accountability and integrity.

Since Summer 2024, the EUACI has engaged in minimizing corruption risks in the construction of school canteens in a cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science and the School Nutrition Reform Team. The experts of the EUACI have reviewed design and budget documentation, monitored procurements and supervised construction processes. In a dialogue with local authorities, possible corruption and other risks have been minimized. The project has been successful and savings of more than 300 million UAH have been

achieved. This work is continuing in 2026. Furthermore, recently the EUACI has been requested to seek to reduce corruption risks in the canteens’ purchase of food and catering. Inspired by the EUACI’s work on school canteens, the EUACI is planning to expand its engagement to the construction of social housing. Due to the increasing workload in these construction projects, the EUACI is looking for a Project Assistant to support the team.

The position

Title: Project Assistant

Place of service: The EUACI office in Kyiv

Contract: We offer a contract for a full-time position with the Danish embassy. All staff will have to pass a security check.

Conditions: A salary according to qualifications and embassy staff policy and a benefit package as for embassy staff, including a performance bonus, health insurance and five weeks of paid holidays.

Team: The Project Assistant will be a part of the Integrity Reconstruction and Integrity Cities team, working closely with the dedicated Project Manager and report to the component Team Lead.

Area of Responsibility

The Project Assistant will be responsible for supporting the implementation of activities of transparency and accountability of construction processes.

The Project Assistant will provide support to the team in the areas of:

- Monitoring of construction works of school canteens (including procurements of construction works)

- Monitoring of school catering procurements

- Monitoring of construction works of social housing

Other related activities might be included.

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Assist in the implementation of EUACI’s activities mentioned above and ensure the quality of the deliverables of the individual consultants, consulting companies, and IT developers hired by the EUACI to provide technical assistance and expertise.
• Assist in, guiding and coordinating the external consultants and experts and engage in a dialogue with relevant Ukrainian authorities.
• Support the Team members in preparing the internal documents, to initiate and complete procurement of technical assistance services. This task includes designing interventions, drafting of the ToRs and announcements, perform procurement according to the rules and procedures of EUACI, coordinate payments for experts. Assist in the preparation of other internal documents and letters.
• Assist with events preparation, public activities and media .
• Support the preparation of specific IT projects related to activities of monitoring of construction works regarding school canteens and monitoring of school catering procurements.
• Contribute to ensuring synergies between EUACI’s activities in the area of canteens and schools, including by interacting with Integrity City advisors, the Communication team and other components.
• Assist with other duties as agreed with the Team Leader and Project Expert.

Requested Profile/Qualifications

• Bachelor`s Degree or higher in Public Policy, Public Administration, Construction, Law, Economics, International Relations, Political Science, or a related field.
• At least 1-2 years of progressive experience in establishing relationships with local and national governments, and Ukrainian civil society organisations.
• Experience in project management or implementation of (international) projects.
• Experience in public service or public finance and procurement would be an advantage.
• Experience in construction projects would be an advantage.
• Experience in promoting good governance, anti-corruption and integrity would be an advantage.
• Good analytical, networking, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines, follow through on tasks and deliver results.
• Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and credibility.
• Fluency in Ukrainian and excellent English language skills are required.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a short motivation letter to [email protected] and copy to [email protected] before the close of business on 06 February 2026 with the subject line “Project Assistant for Integrity in Construction”.