Пакт шукає двох проектних менеджерів/менеджерок з надання юридичної підтримки Міністерству охорони здоров’я України (МОЗ)

Background

Pact is an international nonprofit that works in nearly 40 countries building solutions for human development that are evidence-based, data-driven and owned by the communities we serve. Founded in 1971, Pact works with partners to build resilience, improve accountability, and strengthen knowledge and skills for sustainable social impact.

Pact seeks two project managers to ensure delivery of legal support to the Ministry of Health of Ukraine (MoH) with a view to aligning national legislation in healthcare area with the relevant European Union (EU) legislation and directives.

Main purpose of consultancy/technical support 

• Coordinating the process of reviewing the national legislation on health and identifying areas that require alignment with the EU legislation.
• Advising national authorities responsible for health on how to ensure that their laws, regulations, and administrative provisions are in line with the EU legislation.
• Coordinating the process of conducting gap analysis between the national legislation and the EU legislation.
• Coordinating the process of developing recommendations on how to align the national legislation with the EU legislation.
• Advising national authorities responsible for health on how to implement the EU legislation and providing feedback as needed.
• Advising national authorities on drafting new legislation or amending existing legislation to align it with the EU legislation.
• Providing support during the negotiation process with the EU on health-related issues.
• Ensuring guidance on the best practices and providing training on how to implement the legislation.
• Establishing and ensuring effective communication with relevant ministries, committees of the Verkhovna Rada, professional associations in the healthcare industry, and other stakeholders on matters related to the European integration.
• Coordinating with the Project team and reporting to the Project on the performed activities as required.

Deliverables  

1. The pieces of the Ukrainian legislation which require alignment with the EU legislation are identified.
2. Comparative table is prepared to demonstrate correspondence of the Ukrainian legislation to the EU legislation, as well as existing gaps.

• Recommendations and / or amendments are developed to bring the Ukrainian legislation in line with the EU legislation.

1. The necessary consultations with the national authorities responsible for health are held to advise them on how to implement the EU legislation.
2. The national authorities receive the necessary assistance in drafting new legislation or amending existing legislation to align it with the EU legislation.
3. Consultants’ activities are coordinated with the Project team, and the Project receives the necessary reporting as required.

Timeline: 

 Competencies:

• A degree in law, public health, public management, international relations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in the national and EU legislation in healthcare sphere, with a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of effectively liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• Previous experience of cooperation with MoH will be an advantage.
• Proven experience in organizing, coordinating, and overseeing projects.
• Experience of working with the committees of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, ministries, government authorities, etc.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is required.

Selection Criteria

Demonstrated knowledge of national legislation related to healthcare sphere – 30 points

Demonstrate knowledge of EU legislation related to health care sphere and experience on approximation of Ukrainian legislation to EU laws– 30 points

Demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills – 20 points

Price – 20 points

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: July 1 – December 31, 2024 (no more than 10 days per month) 

To Apply:

Please send the following documents to [email protected] with “Project Manager” in the subject line by 18:00 June 6, 2024:

1. Cover letter confirming the interest and availability for the indicated period of work
2. Completed Biodata Form 11.10
3. Financial Proposal (in USD) specifying the rate per day
4. CV