The International Labour Organization (ILO) continues to play a pivotal role in supporting countries affected by conflict and crisis through targeted programmes that promote decent work, social justice, and inclusive growth. One such opportunity is the position of Project and Finance Assistant (G6) based in Kyiv, Ukraine, within the ILO Country Office. This role offers qualified professionals the chance to contribute meaningfully to Ukraine’s recovery while gaining valuable experience within the UN system.
Published on 6 January 2026, this vacancy is open to both internal ILO candidates and external applicants, with an application deadline of 18 January 2026 (midnight local time). The post is offered on a one-year fixed-term contract, renewable subject to performance, funding, and organizational needs.
About the ILO and the Country Office
The ILO is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to promoting rights at work, encouraging decent employment opportunities, enhancing social protection, and strengthening dialogue on work-related issues. In Ukraine, the ILO Country Office in Kyiv operates within the Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia and is actively implementing projects aligned with the ILO Transitional Development Cooperation Strategy for Ukraine (2024–2025).
As the office prepares to transition into the Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) in 2026, priorities will focus on skills development, employment promotion, enterprise growth, social protection, social dialogue, and labour reforms aligned with international labour standards and the EU acquis. The Project and Finance Assistant will be an integral part of this evolving agenda.
The Project: Building Back Better Childcare Systems
The successful candidate will support the implementation of the project “Childcare in Ukraine: A Systems Approach to Building Back Better”, funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). This initiative aims to remove key barriers to women’s employment by expanding affordable, accessible, and diversified childcare services across frontline regions, including Odessa, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, and Chernihiv.
By strengthening childcare systems, the project contributes not only to women’s labour market participation but also to broader social resilience and economic recovery in conflict-affected areas.
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Key Responsibilities and Reporting Lines
The Project and Finance Assistant (G6) will report directly to the ILO Senior Project Coordinator, while receiving technical guidance from both the Senior Project Coordinator and the Finance Officer. The role combines administrative, financial, and operational responsibilities essential to the smooth functioning of the project.
Core duties include:
- Providing comprehensive project administration and office management support, including processing entitlements, contracts, and maintaining records.
- Advising project staff on ILO administrative rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Managing travel arrangements, authorizations, and logistical coordination for missions, workshops, and trainings.
- Collecting and organizing data, drafting summaries and reports, and maintaining documentation for monitoring and evaluation.
- Assisting with financial administration, budget tracking, and accurate data entry in the ILO financial management system (IRIS).
- Liaising with the ILO Country Office in Kyiv, the Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia, and external partners on administrative and financial matters.
- Supporting communication efforts, including meeting minutes, press notes, press releases, and social media updates related to the project.
- Providing interpretation and translation between English and Ukrainian when required.
- Performing additional duties as assigned by the Senior Project Coordinator or the ILO CO-Kyiv Director.
This multifaceted role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Education
- Completion of secondary school education, supplemented by technical or university-level courses relevant to the work of the organization.
- Specialized training and prior UN or ILO experience are considered strong advantages.
Experience
- A minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience in finance and/or administrative roles.
- At least one year of programme support experience.
- Previous experience in similar positions within UN or ILO projects will be given special consideration.
Languages
- Excellent command of Ukrainian and English, both written and spoken, is mandatory.
Competencies and Skills
The ILO seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong mix of technical and behavioural competencies. These include:
- Solid knowledge of financial and administrative rules and procedures.
- Experience with programme planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel, and familiarity with ERP/SRM systems.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and gender-sensitive environment.
- Excellent communication skills, integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Capacity to work under pressure while maintaining high ethical standards.
Contract Conditions and Salary
The position is classified at Grade G6 under a fixed-term contract of one year, renewable based on funding availability, performance, and organizational needs. For external candidates, appointments are normally made at the first step of the grade, with an entry-level salary of USD 25,364 per year.
It is important to note that technical cooperation appointments do not carry an expectation of long-term career progression within the ILO, though they provide valuable professional experience within the UN system.
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Recruitment Process and Equal Opportunity
All applicants must complete the online application form through the ILO recruitment system. The ILO is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from qualified women and persons with disabilities. Applicants who encounter difficulties completing the online form due to a disability may contact ilojobs@ilo.org for assistance.
The ILO also emphasizes transparency and warns applicants that no fees are charged at any stage of the recruitment process.
Why Apply?
This role offers a unique opportunity to:
- Contribute directly to Ukraine’s social and economic recovery.
- Support initiatives that promote gender equality and women’s employment.
- Gain hands-on experience in project finance and administration within the UN system.
- Work in a meaningful, mission-driven environment with international impact.
