About us
Desired start date: 17/08/2026
Duration of the mission: 1 year
Location: Kyiv – Ukraine
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI’s interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers – intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
About the mission
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces, SI has been responding to the needs of the population living in areas under Government control.
SI’s main strategic objective for 2026 is to strengthen and clearly position its comparative advantage in Ukraine. The ambition is for SI to build a recognized and demonstrable expertise in WASH and Shelter. The program strategy for 2026 therefore focuses on two core sectors—WASH and Shelter—and is structured around two strategic axes:
1. Respond to both acute and chronic emergencies
2. Contribute to creating the conditions for dignified return or sustainable stay in stable areas through a recovery-oriented approach
To maximize the impact of its interventions, SI aims to further enhance sectoral integration and promote localized approaches.
In 2026, SI’s country program in Ukraine is expected to operate with a budget of approximately 10 million euros, with three field bases (Mykolaiv, Dnipro, Kharkiv), one coordination office in Kyiv, and a total of 110 staff, including around 20 expatriates.
The main donors in 2026 will be, in order of funding volume: CDC, AFD, and ECHO. Additional donors have been approached to expand and diversify the portfolio further, in line with SI’s programmatic priorities.
General objective:
Lead and strengthen the MEAL for the mission by ensuring high-quality program monitoring, technical support, data-driven decision-making, and integration of cross-cutting issues (gender, do-no-harm, accountability). Support operational planning, capacity building, institutional knowledge management, and contribute to program effectiveness, compliance with donor requirements, and continuous learning.
About the job
The main challenges:
New processes and a more decentralised approach to MEAL activities were developped at the end of 2025 and 2026 and need to be strenghtened. An ongoing consortium led by SI includes another organisation that conducts activities not within the usual mandate of SI (protection) and require the MEAL coordinator of SI to be familiar enough with protection The switch from emergency response to a more protracted conflict combined with reduced funding is creating the need for MEAL to provide methodological support when it comes to prioritization and requires a focus on evaluation/monitoring of SI added value and the relevance of its activities. Turnover of Deputy Field Coordinators for Programs (direct line manager for MEAL teams on field bases) in Spring 2026 makes close follow up, field visits and building of a strong relationship between MEAL coo and field teams particularly important so that roles and responsibilities are clear and that MEAL teams receive consistent support. MEAL activities are mainly conducted remotely due to security constraints. Some data management projects including data visualisation are under development and will need follow up. Partnerships with local organisations are under development and still quite new for the mission so the MEAL coordinator to be very present to develop key processes for monitoring, data management, accountability, etc.
Security constraints:
There are few security constraints in Kyiv, though the context can evolve quickly and there are periodic attacks that generally target known areas (SI accommodation and office is deliberately chosen to reduce the proximity to target areas). Nevertheless, air alarms are still very frequent and can last for hours, which can cause stress. SI security rules and set-up is a very effective protection against the effects of the attacks and the risk to staff is therefore very low in Kyiv.
National curfew is in place between midnight and 5am. Noise of explosions can sometimes be heard. Security briefings are given pre-departure, upon arrival, and upon travelling to field bases (where additional security protocols may be in place). SI Ukraine offers 24/7 psychological support to any staff affected by the stress of the security situation, and takes staff wellbeing and safety extremely seriously.
Your profile
DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE
Project Management or similar
- Experience in the humanitarian sector : 3-4 years
- Experience on a similar position :0-2 years
SKILLS
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Good knowledge of designing and implementing MEAL systems across multiple programs
Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and evidence-based reporting
Good experience in establishing accountability and complaints mechanisms, integrating gender, protection, and do-no-harm considerations
Skilled in developing MEAL tools, indicators, and building team capacity on monitoring and evaluation processes.
TRANSVERSAL SKILLS
Communications skills: understanding ethical communication, experience developing communication products relevant to external stakeholders
Good skills in strategic planning and using MEAL data to inform operational decisions
Strong ability in collaboration and coordination across teams, projects, and stakeholders.
Good knowledge of reporting, documentation, and promoting institutional learning.
LANGUAGES
1. English (mandatory)
2. Ukrainian/Russian is an asset
SI will offer you
A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (2600 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 700.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate’s country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
The office and guesthouses are in the city centre, offering many opportunities in Kyiv:
– Parks, restaurants, bars, sports facilities and gyms, music events, museums, art galleries
– Well-stocked supermarkets and local markets with fresh products at lower prices, as well as specialist shops and international goods
– Easy access to ATMs, though it is common to pay by bank card
– The office is a 10-20 minute walk from the gueshouses. It is bright, spacious, and fully equipped with dual monitors for all staff.
– Occasional power cuts
– Excellent opportunities to network with other international colleagues as there are so many INGOs present
– Convenient walking, taxis and subway
How to apply
Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter : Déposer votre candidature – SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL
Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding.
To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org
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Solidarités International (SI) est déterminé à prévenir et à combattre tout type d’abus – tout acte d’exploitation, d’abus et/ou de harcèlement sexuels (SEAH) à l’encontre des membres des communautés bénéficiaires ou de ses collaborateurs et collaboratrices, atteinte aux personnes et/ou aux biens, fraude, corruption, conflit d’intérêt non déclaré, financement d’activités portant atteinte aux droits de l’homme – qui pourrait être perpétré dans le cadre de ses interventions. SI applique une tolérance zéro à l’égard de tout type d’abus, particulièrement des actes de SEAH.
Solidarités International est un employeur équitable qui combat toute forme de discrimination. SI ne demandera jamais une rétribution quelconque en vue de participer à un processus de recrutement.
Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of abuse, notably acts of SEAH.
Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will ever ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.