Project Associate, Cybersecurity (Cyber Range, VDP components)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Associate, Cybersecurity (Cyber Range, VDP components), will assist in implementing a suite of capacity-building activities that will strengthen cybersecurity capabilities in Ukraine. S/he will provide administrative support and complete project-related tasks for a team implementing cybersecurity projects in Eurasia on behalf of U.S. government clients. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual who pays great attention to detail and can work both independently and as part of a team. 

This position is based in CRDF Global’s office in Kyiv, Ukraine. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports research, planning and organizational tasks for cybersecurity programming
• Support in preparation, development and conducting technical events (VDP, CTF, hackathons, workshops)
• Provides administrative support for programs, including budget tracking, materials development, and internal and external communication
• Conducts research and tracks current trends in the field of cybersecurity
• Drafts reports and correspondence for funders, grantees and consultants
• Oversees document and information management to ensure records and databases, including electronic and physical files, are current and complete
• Supports program or practice-area wide initiatives
• Supports other programs and staff, as required
• Travels within Ukraine and internationally as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/ Skills and knowledge requirements: 

Required:

• 2+ years of progressively responsible work experience in managing donor-funded programming 
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to change
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good computer literacy 
• Strong sense of teamwork and interpersonal skills 
• Professional fluency in English and Ukrainian
• Ukraine work authorization

Preferred:

• Experience working in donor-funded projects, especially for the U.S. government or multilateral institutions
• Experience working with an international non-profit organization
• Background, knowledge or familiarity with cybersecurity trends

CRDF Global offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.