Head of the Office reform in WASH sector in Camino

Position Title: Head of the Office reform 
 Hours: Full Time 
 Duty Station:  Work location in Kyiv with possible frequent business trips
 Salary gross: 140 000 UAH. 

About the Organization

Camino is a newly established public organization founded as the local partner of Water Mission International, which has been operating in Ukraine since the onset of the Russia–Ukraine war in 2022. Our mission is to empower communities by improving access to essential WASH, protection, and energy services, fostering resilience, dignity, and self-sufficiency.

As part of our expanding portfolio, Camino is implementing projects in close partnership with UNICEF and the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, supporting national systems, contributing to WASH sector modernization, and strengthening long-term service sustainability.

In connection with this partnership, we are currently recruiting qualified specialists for the following position.

Background

Ukraine’s the water supply and sanitation (WSS) sector requires US$11.3 billion for recovery in 2025–2035, with 8.5 million people needing essential services. Significant modernization and alignment with EU standards are necessary, yet the Ministry currently lacks the staffing and technical capacity to drive these reforms.

To address this, a dedicated team of experts is urgently needed to build a modern, efficient, sustainable WSS system grounded in corporate governance, EU compliance, and high-quality, accessible services.

Purpose of the Reform Office

The Reform Office will develop and implement a new WSS sector concept to ensure enterprise sustainability, institutional efficiency, and environmental safety through coordinated action among the state, communities, and international partners.

Key Objectives

• Develop a strategic WSS Reform Concept through 2030.
• Advance corporatization of water utilities to improve efficiency and transparency.
• Propose a regionalization model to optimize resources and enhance service quality.
• Design an economically justified tariff policy ensuring stability and affordability.
• Prepare a reform roadmap aligned with EU directives and standards.
• Coordinate stakeholders and facilitate effective dialogue between government, communities, utilities, and donors.
• Organize capacity building and professional training for WSS personnel.
• Establish a Project Management Group to support regions in preparing recovery and development projects.
• Provide recommendations on energy management, audits, and monitoring of energy use.
• Support the development of public investment projects (WWTP reconstruction, water intakes, network renewal, automation, etc.).

Job Summary

The Head will lead the Office for Water Sector Recovery and European Integration, supporting the Ministry for Communities, Territories, and Infrastructure Development of Ukraine in implementing strategic reforms and sector modernization. The role includes managing the Office, coordinating the expert team, and ensuring effective execution of its mandate—harmonizing the sector with EU standards, attracting investments, and advancing energy-efficient and sustainable water supply and sanitation systems.

This position requires a dynamic, results-driven leader capable of navigating complex challenges, strengthening institutional capacity, and promoting a modern, European approach to water resource management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction to the Office of Recovery and European Integration of the Water Sector, ensuring alignment with national priorities and the Ministry’s reform agenda 
• Oversee the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans aimed at advancing EU integration and modernization of the water supply and sanitation sector 
• Lead, supervise, and coordinate the Office’s multidisciplinary team, ensuring high performance, accountability, and collaboration 
• Drive alignment of national water legislation and standards with EU directives and international best practices 
• Foster partnerships and coordination with government institutions, international organizations, and development partners to mobilize investment and technical assistance 
• Promote energy efficiency, climate resilience, and financial sustainability across sectoral projects and policies 
• Ensure application of transparent and evidence-based management approaches, including effective stakeholder engagement and communication 
• Represent the Office in policy dialogues, coordination mechanisms, and international cooperation platforms, advocating for sectoral reforms and innovations 
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on progress of key initiatives, providing analytical insights and recommendations to the Ministry for strategic decision-making. 

Deliverables  

While implementing assigned tasks, the Head of the Office will provide: 

• Fully established and operational Office of Recovery and European Integration of the Water Sector with defined structure, roles, and internal procedures 
• Effective team management system ensuring coordination, accountability, and performance of the Office staff 
• Strategic concept and roadmap for water supply and sanitation (WSS) sector reform aligned with EU directives 
• Established annual work plan and implementation framework for the Office 
• Coordination mechanism ensuring effective collaboration between government, local authorities, and international partners 
• Policy briefs and legislative proposals harmonizing Ukrainian water sector regulation with EU standards 
• Developed at least three PPP-based project proposals for enterprises 
• Energy efficiency and green transition program for water utilities with measurable reduction targets 
• Capacity-building framework and training plan for local governments and utilities. 
• Quarterly and annual progress reports summarizing key achievements, challenges, and recommendations 
• Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system to track reform progress and performance indicators 

Qualifications: 

Education:  

• Master’s  degree in Public Administration, Management, Environmental Policy, Water Resources Management, Economics, Law, or another relevant field.

Professional experience: 

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in public administration, infrastructure reform, or sectoral development programs 
• Proven leadership and management experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams or institutional reform initiatives 
• Demonstrated experience in policy development, strategic planning, and institutional strengthening in the public or development sectors 
• Solid understanding of EU integration processes, alignment with EU directives, and sectoral approximation mechanisms (preferably in the water or environmental sectors) 
• Experience working with or providing advisory support to water utilities or municipal infrastructure enterprises is highly desirable 
• Experience in partnership building and coordination with international financial institutions (IFIs), donors, and development partners 
• Proven track record of mobilizing investment and technical assistance for infrastructure or reform projects 
• Experience in post-crisis or recovery-oriented reforms and energy efficiency projects will be considered an advantage 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to represent the Office in high-level forums 

Skills and competencies: 

• Proven leadership and strategic management skills with the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and complex reform processes 
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering measurable results and institutional impact 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and representation skills in multi-stakeholder and high-level policy environments 
• Deep understanding of public administration and infrastructure governance, preferably in the water or environmental sectors 
• High level of political and cultural awareness, integrity, and adaptability in dynamic contexts 
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure 

Language (s):  

• Excellent English and Ukrainian writing, communication and presentation skills are required. 

Working Conditions: 

• This position will be based in Kyiv 
• Travel to program areas is required, sometimes to remote and challenging environments. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, if required by the context. 
• Ability to travel frequently and for extended periods. 

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time. 

All candidates will be required to pass a reference check. 

Position description

The manager will lead the Office of Restoration and European Integration of the Water Sector, supporting the Ministry of Community Development, Territories and Infrastructure of Ukraine in the implementation of strategic reforms and modernization of the sector. The position involves managing the activities of the Office, coordinating the work of a team of experts and ensuring the effective implementation of its mandate — harmonizing the sector with EU requirements, attracting investments and developing energy-efficient and sustainable water supply and drainage systems.

This role requires a dynamic and effective leader who is able to work under complex challenges, strengthen institutional capacity and promote a modern European approach to water resources management.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide the overall leadership and strategic direction of the Office for the Restoration and European Integration of the Water Sector, in accordance with the Ministry’s state priorities and reform.
• Control the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans aimed at the modernization of the sector and its integration with European standards.
• Manage the Office’s multidisciplinary team, ensuring high productivity, accountability and team interaction.
• Promote harmonization of national legislation and standards in the field of water supply and drainage with EU directives and international practices.
• Form partnerships and coordinate cooperation with state institutions, international organizations and donors in order to mobilize investments and technical assistance.
• Contribute to the implementation of energy efficiency, climate resilience and financial sustainability in policies and sector projects.
• Ensure transparent, evidence-based governance, including effective engagement with stakeholders.
• Represent the Office at policy dialogues, coordination platforms and international meetings, advocating for sector reforms.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on the progress of key initiatives, providing analytical findings and recommendations to the Ministry.

Expected deliverables

During the performance of duties, the Head of the Office shall ensure:

• A fully formed and functional Office with a defined structure, roles and internal procedures.
• An effective team management system with clear coordination, accountability and performance.
• Strategic concept and roadmap for the WSS reform, aligned with the directives EU.
• Annual work plan and framework for its implementation.
• Effective coordination mechanism between state institutions, communities and international partners.
• Analytical notes and legislative proposals on harmonization of sector regulation with European standards.
• Development of at least three project proposals based on public-private partnership (PPP).
• Energy efficiency and green transformation program will supportof water supply with measurable indicators of energy consumption reduction.
• Capacity building system and training plan for communities and enterprises.
• Quarterly and annual reports on results, challenges and recommendations.
• Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system of reform progress and key indicators.

Qualification requirements

Education:
 Master's degree in public administration, management, environmental policy, water management, economics, law or other relevant field.

Professional experience:

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in public administration, infrastructure reform or development programs.
• Proven leadership and coordination experience multidisciplinary teams or institutional reforms.
• Experience in policy development, strategic planning and institutional strengthening.
• Thorough understanding of the processes of European integration, harmonization of legislation and mechanisms of implementation of EU directives (preferably in the water or environmental sphere).
• Desirable experience of cooperation with water utilities or municipal enterprises.
• Experience of cooperation with international financial organizations, donors and development partners.
• Proven track record of attracting investment and technical assistance.
• Experience in energy efficiency, recovery or post-crisis reforms would be an advantage.
• High communication, negotiation and representation skills.

Skills and competencies:

• Leadership and strategic management.
• Strong analytical skills and results orientation.
• Ability to work in complex political and multilateral environments.
• High level of organization, time management and meeting deadlines.
• Integrity, adaptability and cultural sensitivity.

Languages:
Fluency in Ukrainian and English (oral and written).

Terms work

• The position is based in Kyiv.
• Travel to the regions is possible, particularly in difficult conditions.

Physical requirements

• Willingness to work in difficult conditions (if necessary).
• Willingness for frequent and long business trips.

Disclaimer:
 This job description is not is exhaustive. The employee can perform other tasks as needed. The description is subject to change at any time.

All applicants will be subject to a reference check.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding and interest in our work.