Country CVA & Livelihood Manager (only for national staff)

• Organization: Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH), Warsaw-based international non-governmental organization with representation office in Ukraine
• Position: Country CVA & Livelihood Manager
• Location: Kyiv
• Job terms: full-time
• Type of job: Labour contract
• Starting date: ASAP
• Duration: full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract with a 3-month probation period

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of CVA and livelihood programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, humanitarian principles, and HDPN strategies.
• Manage the design of and conducting market assessments, livelihoods assessments, and multisector needs assessments, ensuring that programs address evolving needs and incorporate long-term resilience strategies.
• Oversee the integration of CVA and livelihood activities with other sectors such as WASH, Shelter/NFI, Protection, and early recovery.
• Ensure the development of detailed work plans, budgets, and resource allocation for program implementation, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with donor requirements.
• Actively participate in the development of project proposals, ensuring that the HDPN approach is integrated into program design, including proposals for longer-term interventions.

• Supervise and manage the CVA and Livelihood Coordinators, as well as other team members, ensuring effective performance management and professional development.
• Lead the recruitment and onboarding of new staff members for the CVA and livelihood teams, ensuring that team structures are fit for purpose and meet operational needs.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment that promotes capacity building, learning, and accountability.

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local and international stakeholders, including local governments, financial service providers, community-based organizations, and private sector actors.
• Represent the organization in coordination meetings, including clusters and working groups, advocating for the integration of cash-based and livelihood programming as part of the HDPN.
• Ensure alignment of CVA and livelihood interventions with local development plans and frameworks, contributing to social cohesion and long-term peacebuilding efforts.

• Oversee the financial management of CVA and livelihood programs, including budget tracking, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with donor regulations.
• Ensure timely disbursement and reconciliation of cash and voucher payments to beneficiaries, adhering to financial and compliance procedures.
• Monitor expenditure against budgets and take corrective action to prevent under- or over-spending.

• Collaborate closely with the MEAL team to develop robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks that track the outcomes of CVA and livelihood interventions, focusing on both short-term and long-term impacts.
• Ensure data collected is used for adaptive management, incorporating feedback from beneficiaries and partners to inform program adjustments.
• Contribute to learning and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the organization, documenting best practices and lessons learned from program implementation.

• Develop strategies for transitioning from emergency response to sustainable development activities in line with HDPN.
• Identify new opportunities for program expansion and innovation, particularly in fostering economic empowerment and resilience.
• Contribute to organizational strategy development, ensuring that CVA and livelihood interventions are positioned within broader organizational goals and HDPN frameworks.

• Ensure compliance with all internal and donor regulations related to cash-based and livelihood interventions.
• Identify potential risks associated with CVA and livelihood programming (e.g., market volatility, fraud risks) and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain close collaboration with security teams to ensure the safety and security of teams in the field, particularly in volatile or conflict-affected areas.

• Consistently and proactively monitor/assess the safety and security of field teams, promptly reporting concerns or incidents to Head of Programs and liaising with other external parties as required to maintain/enhance the security environment.

• Higher professional education in the relevant field of study (master’s degree, specialist);
• Professional experience of more than 5 years
• At least 5 years of work experience in international or local NGO;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (fluent) and Ukrainian;
• Understanding of the context of locations;
• Understanding of international humanitarian work;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Strong drafting, analytical, and research skills

• Opportunity to gain experience in a professional and flexible international NGO, one of the largest organizations in Central and Eastern Europe.
• Work in a dynamic and motivated team.
• Voluntary medical insurance fully covered by the organization.
• Free English language courses and other opportunities for professional growth.
• Full social benefits package in accordance with Ukrainian legislation.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Access to confidential psychological support sessions when needed.
• Additional days off in observance of public and religious holidays in Ukraine.

• provide reasonable workplace accommodation.
• adapt the recruitment process.
• consider flexible working hours or remote work arrangements;
• create safe and accessible working conditions in line with individual needs.

• Short resume (max. 2 pages) including relevant information on your education and work experience.
• Indication of your availability to start your work for PAH.

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