Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

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