UNFPA-SRH Expert-P4-Kyiv, Ukraine

Position Title: SRH Expert

Receiving Agency: UNFPA

P Level: P4

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine

Duration: 6 months

Language: English is essential, Ukrainian is an asset. 

Mission Specific Considerations

Remote-Based Deployments (if remote-based please only fill in this table)

Considerations for remote-based deployments

If the deployment is remote-based, is the country office set up to ensure ongoing communication / team integration and appropriate supervision with the deployee from afar? Please explain.
Yes

 

Physical deployments (only fill out if you anticipate surge to physically deploy)

Pre-departure considerations for physical deployments

Does this duty station require candidates to have undertaken SSAFE training? If so, can the office provide training upon arrival?
Yes, SSAFE is preferably have training prior to deployment.

All UNSMS personnel are required to complete an online mandatory course BSAFE prior to travel.

Visa

Are there any special/new, specific visa considerations that need to be considered?
CO will advise on the visa process.

D-visa is required to further proceed with the formalities in the country.

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Equipment

Is there any equipment that the Surge should become equipped with prior to travel, e.g. PPE such as masks, gloves, sanitizer, etc?
CO will be providing equipment necessary equipment in terms of PPE

Is there any other paperwork that the local government authorities require upon entry/re-entry into the country?
Accreditation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be necessary to stay in the country for the assignment. CO is doing the formalities

On mission considerations (for physical deployments):

Accommodation

What type of accommodation is available for Surge deployees?

There is a list of hotels cleared by UNDSS

R&R

Is the duty station on an R&R cycle and if so how often?

Kyiv is on 6 weeks R&R

Medical Treatment

Are there any government restrictions or limitations that would adversely impact in-country medical treatment plans or medical evacuation?
No restrictions

Office arrangement for telecommuting

If the Surge needs to telecommute within the country, can the country office demonstrate that the deployee is realistically able to work in terms of remote connectivity, equipment, etc.?
Yes

Equipment

If the Surge is required to physically deploy, can the country office provide necessary equipment, e.g. masks, gloves, sanitizer?
Yes, in principle. but it would still be recommended that the traveler brings some PP equipment to cover the immediate needs

Background Description of Emergency / Justification for Request (Please provide a short paragraph outlining the prevailing humanitarian situation and context and why this justifies the role.)

More than two years into the full-scale war in Ukraine, the humanitarian crisis continues to have a profound impact—particularly on women, girls, and vulnerable populations. As of mid-October 2024, nearly 6.8 million refugees have been recorded, with 92% hosted in Europe, while an estimated 3.6 million people remain internally displaced within Ukraine. According to the 2025 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP), 12.7 million people in Ukraine require humanitarian aid, with 9.2 million needing healthcare support, and 2.4 million facing heightened risks of gender-based violence (GBV).

The ongoing conflict has placed enormous strain on Ukraine's health systems, disrupting access to essential Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services. Health infrastructure has been compromised, health workers displaced, and supply chains interrupted—leading to significant service gaps and increased vulnerabilities across communities. Frontline areas in the northeast, south, and east, as well as some locations in the west and central regions, have seen growing needs related to intimate partner violence, sexual exploitation and abuse, trafficking, and other forms of GBV.

In response to this complex and evolving humanitarian context, a surge deployment is required to support and strengthen SRH programming in Ukraine. The aim is not only to address immediate service gaps but also to reinforce longer-term recovery and system resilience through technical support, strategic planning, and capacity building.

This effort is grounded in a commitment to uphold the dignity, rights, and health of those most affected by the war—particularly women and adolescent girls—while contributing to national efforts to rebuild and expand access to comprehensive SRH services.

Security Situation Summary in country and main threats: (i.e armed conflict, terrorism, crime, social unrest, hazard)

The security situation in Ukraine remains volatile, with ongoing threats from missile, drone, and artillery attacks. Kyiv continues to face periodic long-range strikes targeting critical infrastructure, energy facilities, and civilian areas—posing risks to safety, mobility, and service delivery. Air raid alerts and damage from aerial attacks disrupt daily life and heighten stress on public systems. In the east and south, active hostilities persist along the frontlines, while northern oblasts such as Sumy face renewed cross-border threats. Cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns further compound the complex and evolving security landscape.

Role Description:  The SRH Surge Response Expert will provide specialized technical leadership and strategic guidance to bolster SRH programming in Ukraine, focusing on policy development, advocacy, program planning, and team guidance within a complex multilateral environment.

The SRH Surge Response Expert will the Deputy Representative and work in close collaboration with the SRH team and relevant program staff.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: We ask Country offices to review the list of duties and responsibilities and make appropriate amendments where necessary.

• Policy and Advocacy:
  • Collaborate closely with Ukrainian government counterparts (Ministry of Health, relevant agencies) to develop, review, and advocate for evidence-based SRH policies and guidelines aligned with international standards.
  • Identify and leverage opportunities within the multilateral framework (UN agencies, international NGOs, donors) to advance SRH advocacy priorities and secure sustained support.
• Strategic Program Planning:
  • Lead the identification of critical SRH needs and priorities to inform the development of a robust action plan for the Country Programme Document (CPD).
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of innovative SRH interventions, ensuring responsiveness to the evolving humanitarian context.
• Technical Guidance and Team Leadership:
  • Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to the in-country SRH team, strengthening their capacity in program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
  • Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Coordination and Partnership:
  • Enhance coordination and collaboration with national and international partners, including UN agencies, NGOs, civil society organizations, and donor communities, to ensure a harmonized and effective SRH response.

Deliverables

• SRH policy briefs and technical guidance notes.
• SRH inputs integrated into the CPD action plan and results framework.
• Reports from capacity-building sessions for SRH staff and partners.
• Concept notes or proposals for innovative SRH interventions.
• Monthly technical updates and biannual SRH progress reports.
• Documentation of coordination meetings with partners.
• Advocacy briefs and stakeholder engagement summaries.
• Coherent and dynamic SRH team in action.
  
   

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Advanced university degree in Public Health, Reproductive Health, International Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in designing, implementing, and managing SRH programs, preferably in humanitarian or fragile contexts.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with government counterparts, influencing policy, and engaging in advocacy within a multilateral framework.
• Proven experience in strategic program planning, including the development of Country Programme Documents or similar strategic frameworks.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to guide and mentor diverse teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English is essential.

 
 
CANADEM and its partners have a no-tolerance policy for inaction to prevent, respond to and follow up on alleged cases of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH). For this reason, we adhere to all policies, procedures and training of the United Nations on The Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH). CANADEM mandates all deployees successfully complete the PSEA online course. This e-learning course is composed of a set of lessons designed to raise awareness about SEAH, become familiar with a range of measures to combat SEAH, understand the impact on victims and the consequences for UN Personnel who commit Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment.

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