Positions Available: 2 (Primary & Alternate)
Location: Kyiv / Field Locations (Ukraine)
Position Type: 1-year Contract
Travel Requirements: Frequent domestic field travel; periodic international travel required
Security/Vetting: Ability to obtain and maintain required clearances or background checks
Why Join T12 Technologies?
T12 Technologies LLC is a professional development company prioritizing employee growth by providing continuous education, training, and career advancement opportunities. We cultivate a supportive environment that fosters a collaborative work culture, allowing employees to contribute ideas and engage in impactful projects. By joining our team, you’ll be part of an initiative dedicated to delivering high-quality services and support, making a meaningful difference in public health efforts.
Overview:
T12 Technologies is seeking to fill two Program Operations Manager/Team Lead positions to support a U.S. Government foreign assistance program in Ukraine. The Primary position will serve as the lead interface with U.S. Government stakeholders and hold delegated authority for operational decision-making, program performance, reporting, and compliance. The Alternate position will support operational continuity, in-country coordination, field activities, and mission execution to ensure seamless program operations. Together, both positions are responsible for delivery in a dynamic, high-risk environment.
Key Responsibilities (Both Positions)
· Direct and coordinate daily program operations and field activities across dispersed locations
· Oversee compliance, monitoring, quality assurance, and performance tracking activities
· Support data collection, documentation, and reporting in line with U.S. Government requirements
· Coordinate logistics, inspection activities, and field travel to mission sites
· Manage schedules, resources, and operational workflows
· Maintain awareness of security, regulatory, and operational environments
· Ensure program continuity during delegation or staff absences
· Engage cross-functional teams, including program, field, logistics, and compliance personnel
Primary Team Lead
· Serves as the principal point of contact with U.S. Government stakeholders, including U.S. Embassy, DoS, and INL
· Holds delegated authority to act on behalf of the contractor for operational decisions
· Oversees budgeting, cost-reimbursable travel, resource planning, and reporting deliverables
· Leads incident, monthly, and annual reporting cycles
· Implements security and risk mitigation protocols in conflict-affected environments
· Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (eligibility required)
Alternate Team Lead
· Facilitates coordination with government, institutional, and host-nation stakeholders in Ukraine
· Supports field mission planning, logistics, and travel coordination
· Assists with data collection, evaluation, and monitoring activities related to End-Use Monitoring (EUM)
· Maintains situational and regulatory awareness relevant to in-country operations
· Provides operational continuity in the absence or delegation of the Primary Team Lead
· Must be legally authorized to work in Ukraine and meet local background vetting requirements
Required Qualifications — Education
(Both Positions)
· Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Security Studies, Public Administration, Project Management, Law Enforcement, or related discipline.
Required Qualifications — Experience
Primary (U.S.-Based Experience Emphasis)
· Minimum seven (7) years of program or project management experience
· Minimum five (5) years managing teams in austere, conflict, or post-conflict environments
· Experience supporting U.S. Government or international donor-funded programs
· Experience coordinating with U.S. Embassies, DoS, INL, or similar entities preferred
Alternate
· Minimum five (5) years in operational coordination, defense/security cooperation, humanitarian, or donor-funded programs
· Experience coordinating with government or institutional organizations in Ukraine preferred
· Experience supporting conflict or post-conflict operations preferred
Technical Competencies (Both Positions)
· Experience with End-Use Monitoring (EUM), asset tracking, or donor compliance
· Experience producing reporting deliverables for government or donor entities
· Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation methodologies
· Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools and structured data/reporting systems
Skills & Attributes (Both Positions)
· Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
· Ability to operate effectively in dynamic, high-risk environments.
· Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Language Requirements
· Primary Position: English required; Ukrainian or Russian desirable
· Alternate Position: Ukrainian (fluent) required; English (professional proficiency) required; Russian desirable
Preferred Qualifications
· PMP or equivalent professional certification
· Experience supporting U.S. Government, NATO, EU, or donor-funded programs
· Experience managing geographically dispersed operational teams