ACAPS is looking for a Team Leader for the Ukraine Analysis Hub in Kyiv.
ACAPS is dedicated to helping humanitarians make better decisions. We want to put evidence at the heart of decision-making. To achieve this, we collaborate with a variety of partners across the humanitarian sector and beyond.
Ukraine Analysis Hub has been monitoring the humanitarian situation conflict in Ukraine and producing timely, independent, and high-quality analytical products on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine and the region since March 2022. Since its inception, the UAH has delivered a comprehensive set of analytical products, including in-depth analytical reports and datasets.
Key relevant information:
Reports to: ACAPS Head of Programme
Supervision of: Direct supervision of 1 project coordinator, 2 Senior Analysts, thematic experts.
Budget responsibility: Budget holder of the Ukraine Analysis Hub
Duty Station: Kyiv
Travel: Regular travels in the region (notably Poland)
Contract type: NORCAP contract
Starting date: 25 March 2024
Leadership
Management
Provide operational and strategic guidance to maximize the Hub’s relevance to the response and maintain high-quality products.Ensure the efficient and effective implementation of project activities in line with the ACAPS guidelines.Develop and monitor project progress, including financial management, reporting and compliance with the donor requirements.Monitor and assess project risks.Develop the strategy and related fundraising approach for the continuation of the HubEnsure roles and responsibilities of the team are well-definedRecruitment and management of staff and consultantsEnsure that MEAL processes are taking place and changes are implemented based on findings.Coordinate with other ACAPS Hubs, including the CrisisInSight team on ACAPS global products.Technical Oversight
Be responsible for the technical quality of all Hub products, providing sign-off for all products on behalf of ACAPS. Oversee the design of ACAPS thematic research.Operational Processes
Ensure all ACAPS operational processes are in place and implemented (supervision of the project coordinator priorities: coordination with support services and other global ACAPS colleagues; analysis production process; follow up of internal coordination and planning…).Knowledge and experience
Master’s degree, preferably in humanitarian action, management, social sciences, international relations, research, or international development. A bachelor’s degree with an additional 2 years of experience will be accepted instead.10 years of relevant experience in the humanitarian sector, including at least 5 years of management experience and at least one in a conflict setting. Experience leading multi-disciplinary, multinational, remote teams in complex environmentsDemonstrated experience in analyzing humanitarian crises.Significant understanding of humanitarian needs assessments and working with primary and secondary data, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, asset Experience designing and/or carrying out research (primary, secondary, or both)Experience in the workings of the UN system and humanitarian operations across a variety of geographical areas Understanding of humanitarian coordination structuresSuccessful fundraising experienceExcellent knowledge of Ukraine's economics, politics, social and cultural dynamics, and history Large professional networks in Ukraine and Poland, assetPrevious experience with ACAPS is an asset, as is experience working within the humanitarian response in UkraineProven ability to deliver against targets and meet deadlines within a short timeframe Very strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and oral Fluent written and spoken English; Ukrainian and/or Polish an asset Excellent computer skills (MS Office incl., Excel spreadsheets, word-processing)Behavioural Competencies
Leadership of diverse teams or inclusive leadershipNetworking and representationResult-oriented and problem-solvingStrong analytical skillsFlexible and creative