Short Background

Based on agreement with the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), SALAR and Avfall Sverige has applied for a grant, for the implementation of a multi-year program in support to municipal waste management (MSW) in Ukraine.

Responding to the Ukrainian government's appeal for assistance in the wake of the devastating Russian invasion, the Program is designed to support Ukraine's ambitious reforms of municipal waste management. It is rooted in a strategic partnership between Avfall Sverige and SALAR, leveraging Swedish expertise for efficient, innovative, and sustainable waste management with a strong commitment to local democracy.

About the role

The Team Leader will have a senior managing role being engaged as the representative of the program management team of SALAR International and Avfall Sverige.

The role includes leadership and support to program teams and experts, strategic dialogue with Ukrainian partners and international stakeholders. The role also includes supporting program development by exploring and taking responsibility for development of new initiatives as relevant. S/he will be responsible for managing and reporting on program progress and results on the ground in line with Swedish government priorities and strategies.

The Team Leader will play an important role in establishing the program from the start, including helping to setup and recruit the local teams and to set up the program´s operations in Ukraine.

S/he will work closely with and report to the program management team in Sweden. During the establishment phase, the team set up, including roles and division of responsibilities will be further discussed and defined.

The Team Leader will be contracted for the full program implementation period on a consultant based contract.

The role includes frequent travel within Ukraine and potentially (when feasible) to other countries as well.

Position Length

The position is long-term, approximately three (3) years. Full time from program start (tentatively starting between July and August 2024)

Application

Send your English application with CV and a cover letter to opportunity@salarinternational.se no later than May 27th , 2024. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Early applicants are encouraged.

For any questions or clarifications, please contact: Pontus Förberg, Project Manager: pontus.forberg@skr.se and Weine Wiqvist, Senior Advisor: weine.wiqvist@avfallsverige.se.

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