Місцевий/а радник/ця з питань доброчесності бізнесу / Local Business Integrity Advisor в проєкт USAID «Сприяння доброчесності у публічному секторі»

DAI is seeking highly qualified candidates to occupy LTTA Local Business Integrity Advisor position to work on the recently awarded Promoting Integrity in the Public Sector Activity (Pro-Integrity), a $90 million, multiyear contract funded by USAID.

Project Background

The purpose of the Promoting Integrity in the Public Sector Activity (Pro-Integrity) is to reduce corruption incidence and risks to build back a better Ukraine. The Pro-Integrity Activity (also referred heretofore as the Activity) will work to achieve this purpose by addressing three independent objectives:

• Strengthen national level anti-corruption institutional capacity to advance corruption prevention, detection, and deterrence.
• Strengthen anti-corruption compliance and control in local governance.
• Advance transparency and accountability in resilience, recovery, and reconstruction efforts.

 The Pro-Integrity Activity will pursue a problem-driven approach addressing the root causes through targeted objectives aligned with mission and U.S. government development strategy.

 Position Description

The Local Business Integrity Advisor will promote local government integrity contributing to the design and delivery of activities under the Local Integrity Improvement Plan as it relates to business integrity promotion.  S/he will work with the private sector, local business associations, local government and regional representatives of the central government bodies to establish transparent practices for business engagement on local level.  The Local Business Integrity Advisor will also coordinate its approaches across components ensuring that business integrity approaches are aligned with the national level initiatives under Objective 1 (promoting business integrity reforms) and Objective 3 (ensuring  transparent engagement of businesses in recovery).   

 Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of local business practices to identify potential risks and areas for improvement in integrity and compliance.
• Analyze local regulatory framework related to business integrity and recommend necessary adjustments to align with best practices.
• Work with private sector leaders, business associations, and companies to engage them in development of the transparent practices for engagement with local government.
• Develop and implement integrity and compliance programs tailored to the specific needs of local businesses.
• Design and deliver training programs for local businesses, government officials, and other stakeholders on topics related to business integrity, anti-corruption, and corporate governance.
• Facilitate dialogue and cooperation among stakeholders to promote a culture of integrity and transparency in the local business community.
• Provide technical oversight of the performance of the project grantees, sub-contractors, and consultants to ensure timely and quality implementation of the activities in line with project objectives and standards.
• Contribute to developing project deliverables and reports including but not limited to project work plan, performance reports, project fact sheets, success stories and other deliverables and reports when required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the project leadership.

 Qualifications

• A master’s degree, preferably in a relevant field of study, such as business administration, law, public administration, or public policy, is required.
• A minimum of five (8) years of relevant professional experience, including in such fields as business administration, local government, private sector operations, public administration, or similar areas.
• Familiarity with business operations regulatory framework in Ukraine and experience in regulatory analysis and drafting.
• Experience working with local government, private sector actors and business associations.
• Familiarity with and experience working on or in collaboration with USAID- or other international donor-funded development activities in Ukraine preferred.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills, and an ability to work effectively within a diverse, multicultural team of staff, partners, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Fluency in Ukrainian with excellent oral and written communication skills required; professional proficiency reading, writing, and speaking English preferred.

 Application Instructions

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your Cover Letter and CV to [email protected] 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please include “Local Business Integrity Advisor” in the subject line. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.

DAI and its employees are committed to confronting discrimination in all forms, nurturing respect for our interpersonal relationships, and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work.  DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.

DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.

DAI Organization and Values

DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.

DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner. DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.

DAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.