Open Data Expert, Transparency and Accountability in Public Administration and Services (TAPAS) Project, Kyiv, Ukraine

Job Description

Open Data Expert, Transparency and Accountability in

Public Administration and Services (TAPAS) Project, Kyiv, Ukraine

Company Profile:

MSI is a Washington, DC metro area international development firm with a 35-year history of delivering development results across the world. We operate in some of the most challenging political and economic climates in the world, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, South Sudan and Iraq. MSI currently employs 800 development experts in the fields of public sector management, monitoring and evaluation, governance and anti-corruption. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com. MSI has recently become a Tetra Tech Company.

Proposal Summary:

The objective of the 5-year USAID/Ukraine Transparency and Accountability in Public Administration and Services (TAPAS) is to support the Government of Ukraine in implementing reforms to reduce corruption in key public administration functions and services and build trust of Ukrainians in their government based on demonstrated transparency, accountability and improved services. The TAPAS project will have three sub-objectives: 1) large scale use of electronic procurement in Ukraine; 2) an effective Open Data program; and 3) transparent and efficient public services in the form of eServices. Activities under this project will include technology implementation, capacity building in both the public sector and civil society, and public awareness.

**Please note: Only citizens of Ukraine are eligible for this position**

Position Summary:

The Open Data Expert will lead a team dedicated to supporting GOU efforts to develop a robust Open Data program, including support for the national Open Data Portal as well as comprehensive consulting and training programs for public sector organizations at the national and local government levels seeking to implement Open Data programs. This is a full-time position based in Kyiv contingent upon funding and USAID approval.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team dedicated to supporting Government of Ukraine efforts to develop a robust Open Data program, including support for the national Open Data Portal as well as comprehensive consulting and training programs for public sector organizations at the national and local government levels seeking to implement Open Data programs.
• Develop and support a program of “Open Data Champions” in the Government of Ukraine
• Build the capacity of Open Data government counterparts to implement policies related to data privacy and security, definition of data sets, data formats, and frequency of release.
• Identify opportunities to utilize Open Data and technological solutions to offer public services, particularly those relevant to vulnerably populations.
• Contribute to public awareness campaigns to increase access to and analysis of data by various stakeholders including civil society organizations, businesses, researchers, and the media
• Oversee linkages of Open Data to identify opportunities to reduce corruption and increase public sector transparency.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or its equivalent in knowledge/information services, public/business administration, or related fields
• Experience in areas of governance, policy, public administration, or related areas and at least 3 years of experience developing and implementing public sector Open Data initiatives preferably in Ukraine or the Central and Eastern Europe region.
• Deep understanding of the related technology, required legislation and policies, and global best practices for policy and practice.
• Understanding of the anticorruption and e-governance reforms in Ukraine.
• Experience providing training of public sector and civil society counterparts in areas of public administration, preferably Open Data.
• Experience working on international development programs is a plus.
• Proficiency in English (speaking, writing, and reading) and Ukrainian is required.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

To apply: Please visit our website, www.msiworldwide.com

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About the Organization

Since its establishment, MSI has performed more than 1500 consultancies, including work for multilateral agencies such as the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank, the African Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank, the Organization of American States, the Pan-American Health Organization, the African Development Foundation, the German Development Agency (GTZ), and over a dozen United Nations agencies, including the UN Secretariat, UNDP, UNICEF, UNHCR, and the World Food Program. MSI has provided services to over 20 US government agencies, among them the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Departments of Agriculture, Interior, Commerce, and Health and Human Services. Other U.S. Government clients include the U.S. Peace Corps, the U.S. Economic Development Administration, NASA, FEMA, NOAA, and the Small Business Administration. MSI has worked directly for 17 foreign governments, 13 universities, U.S. and international private voluntary organizations, national civil society and non-governmental organizations, and a variety of private corporations. This work has included the design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of long-term initiatives, as well as the provision of technical assistance and training services in more than 130 countries around the world.