Johanniter Unfall-Hilfe e.V., International Assistance (JIA), is looking for a
Consortium Coordinator (GFFO) Ukraine (f/m/d)
Two-years contract based in Kyiv, Ukraine
Organisation Description: Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V. is a German Christian non-governmental organisation, dedicated to excellence in the field of first aid, ambulance service, social service programmes and other projects in the medical and social field. Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) is the operational unit for humanitarian aid. The Federal Headquarters (HQ) is based in Berlin, Germany. Our Global Strategy 2027 focuses on three programmatic working areas: disaster response and preparedness, health and livelihoods, with climate change and gender equality as crosscutting issues. www.thejohanniter.org. Our commitment to a partnership approach and localisation agenda is based on mutual learning, respect and trust. We prioritise accountability, inclusivity and safeguarding in our work.
Background
Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) has been active in Ukraine since August 2022, working together with local partners. Following the escalation into a full-scale war, the humanitarian situation in Ukraine and neighboring countries rapidly deteriorated. Intense hostilities have caused widespread destruction, killed and injured thousands of people, displaced millions from their homes, and severely disrupted livelihoods and essential services. Since March 2022, Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V. – Johanniter International Assistance has responded to urgent humanitarian needs through direct aid deliveries and partner-implemented projects, initially focusing on emergency relief assistance. Building on this response, Johanniter International Assistance will increasingly prioritize health interventions as the central pillar of its upcoming projects in Ukraine, aiming to strengthen access to essential healthcare services, support emergency and trauma care, and reinforce the resilience of local health systems affected by the ongoing conflict.
GFFO Project Summary
The GFFO project aims to improve access to integrated life-saving health care, emergency medical services, MHPSS, and humanitarian protection services for conflict-affected and vulnerable populations in Ukraine, particularly living in frontline areas. Through strengthening the local health system, the project supports the delivery of comprehensive and coordinated assistance to war-affected communities, specifically in high-risk and underserved areas.
In a Nutshell
You will:
- oversee all aspects of consortium management, ensuring quality implementation, compliance with GFFO rules, and effective coordination among partners
- serve as the focal point for consortium management in Ukraine, ensuring effective coordination among partner organizations, compliance with donor requirements, and alignment with consortium objectives
- facilitate communication, oversee joint planning, implementation and reporting to maximize the impact of consortium-funded project
What You will do:
Strategy and Vision
- actively support the values of Johanniter and shape our work accordingly
- contribute to the development and implementation of the global strategy of Johanniter International Assistance
Leadership
- actively live Johanniter’s leadership principles by fostering trust, inclusion, open communication, wellbeing, and accountability in line with the Code of Conduct and related policies.
Consortium Coordinaton
- act as the primary liaison between consortium partners, donors, and stakeholders
- facilitate regular coordination meetings and ensure timely information sharing
- support harmonization of approaches, tools, and standards across consortium members
Project Management
- ensure consortium activities meet contractual obligations
- coordinate joint reporting and consolidate inputs from consortium partners
- monitor project implementation and flag risks or challenges to consortium leadership
Strategic planning
- contribute to the development of consortium strategies
- identify opportunities for collaboration and expansion of consortium activities
- support advocacy efforts & representation of the consortium at national and international levels
Representation, Communication, Liaison, Network
- represent the consortium at cluster meetings
- establish regular mechanisms for exchange of information between the cluster partners
- motivate consortium partners to participate in events (coordination meetings, working groups, training, workshop, assessments, etc.)
- develop/apply/update a cluster strategy that ensures appropriate inclusion of all cluster partners
- contribute to the production of policies, strategies, work plans, advocacy briefs, bulletins with technical input from health partners
- ensure the accountability and transparency of the cluster’s decision and work
- maintain appropriate links and dialogue with national and local authorities, state institutions, local civil society
- ensure adequate monitoring mechanisms are in place and/or utilized to review impacts of actions
- ensure adequate reporting and effective information sharing
Capacity Building
- strengthen coordination mechanisms and build partner capacity
- provide technical support to consortium members on donor compliance and reporting
Safeguarding
- uphold safeguarding standards by promoting a safe environment, ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies, and promptly reporting concerns through appropriate channels
Gender
- ensure gender-responsive, inclusive coordination and equal participation across all genders.
What you bring:
Profession/Qualification
- university degree or higher education, preferably in international relations and/or development, social sciences or management or related health field
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in project coordination or consortium management in humanitarian contexts
- good working experience in Ukraine especially in the field of Consortium Coordination
- strong knowledge of donor regulations (e.g., ECHO, GFFO, BMZ)
- demonstrated experience in project management
- knowledge of national and international guidelines including SPHERE and CHS
- ability to use Logical Framework Approach as a tool in project/programme design and follow-up
Desirable
- strong interpersonal interpersonal, leadership and coordination skills
- proven communication, problem-solving and negotiation skills
- able to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and make timely decisions
- significant understanding of complex emergencies and crisis contexts
- significant cultural and gender awareness in a setting where insecurity is a major issue
- fluency in English required; Ukrainian/Russian or German language skills are an asset
- proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
What we offer:
- Remuneration: Competitive attractive salary
- Benefits: 13th cheque, social security, annual leave, flexible working hours, friendly and appreciative working atmosphere
How to apply
If this is what you are looking for:
please submit your application via Staff@johanniter.de (cover letter, CV, reference contacts of 3 former supervisors, job certificates), stating your earliest start date and please indicate “Consortium Coordinator GFFO Ukraine” in the subject line of your e-mail.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Deadline for applications: 22 June 2026
Interviews planned for: Conducted on a rolling basis due to the urgency of the position. Apply early!
Johanniter is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, irrespective of cultural, religious, social background, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation. Suitable candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Johanniter employees are expected to act according to our Code of Conduct as well as our Leadership Principles.
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