Legal Advisor of the Health Recovery Office of MoH (M/W)

Описание

Expertise France is the public agency for designing and implementing international technical cooperation projects. The agency operates around four key priorities :

• democratic, economic, and financial governance ;
• peace, stability, and security ;
• climate, agriculture, and sustainable development ;
• health and human development ;

In these areas, Expertise France conducts capacity-building initiatives and manages project implementation, leveraging technical expertise and acting as a project coordinator. This involves combining public sector expertise with private sector skills to drive impactful results. 

·       Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all healthcare recovery projects comply with Ukrainian laws, international legal standards, and donor requirements.

·       Legal Advisory Services: Provide legal guidance on contracts, agreements, and regulatory issues related to healthcare infrastructure recovery.

·       Contract Drafting & Review: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with construction firms, suppliers, and service providers to safeguard the interests of the Ministry of Health.

·       Public Procurement & Donor Agreements: Ensure legal compliance in procurement processes and donor-funded agreements, mitigating risks and ensuring transparency.

·       Legislative Analysis: Monitor and analyze legislative developments that impact healthcare recovery and advise on necessary legal adaptations.

·       Dispute Resolution & Risk Mitigation: Identify legal risks in project implementation and propose strategies to mitigate potential disputes.

·       Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with government agencies, donors, and legal entities to ensure the smooth execution of recovery projects within the legal framework.

·       Documentation & Reporting: Maintain legal records, prepare reports, and provide timely updates on regulatory compliance matters.

Expertise France is the French international technical cooperation agency, with the status of public institution under the joint supervision of the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEFA) and the Ministries of Economics and Finance and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty. It is the second largest technical cooperation agency in Europe. Expertise France designs and implements projects that strengthen public policies over the long term in developing and emerging countries.

Over the years, Expertise France has built up a relationship of trust with its partner administrations as well as governmental representatives and stakeholders. In the response to the existing situation and challenges, France has launched a coordinated assistance to Ukraine with a key component on the health sector, through the projects integrated within Expertise France’s Ukraine Health program. 

The APPUI project financed by the Crisis Center of the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs is a multisector technical assistance aiming to improving Ukrainian populations' access to essential healthcare services in times of crisis. The project’s three main pillar are as follows:

1.     Mobilization of French expertise, particularly in priority care sectors (cancer, mental health, physical and rehabilitation medicine), and coordination of Franco-Ukrainian hospital cooperation;

2.     Rehabilitation and modernisation of healthcare facilities;

3.     Provision of specialized medical equipment for selected healthcare facilities.

The REHAB project financed by the French Development Agency is a continuity of the APPUI project with a focus on Odesa region and support to national healthcare authorities specifically designed around Mental Health and Physical Rehabilitation. The project’s three main pillar are as follows:

1.     Construction and modernisation of healthcare facilities along with donation of medical equipment;

2.     Mobilisation of French expertise, Private-Public partnerships, provision of technical assistance;

3.     Implementation of feasibility studies for the design of loans by l’AFD in the healthcare sector.

Expertise France is a key partner of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, working together towards responding to emergencies, recovery and reconstruction of the health system in the aftermath of recent challenges caused by full scale Russian invasion in priority sectors such as healthcare coordination and reforms. The war in Ukraine has significantly impacted the country’s healthcare infrastructure, necessitating coordinated, strategic, and well-managed efforts to restore health services and facilities. The Health Recovery Office of the MoH has been at the center of this mission, facilitating strategic planning and coordination of healthcare recovery projects; engagement with international partners and donors to mobilize resources; ⁠monitoring and assessment of damages and reconstruction progress; and legal and regulatory oversight to streamline healthcare recovery efforts.

In February 2025, following the loss of international funding, MoH requested to Expertise France to provide alternative funding to prevent a loss of continuity in ongoing projects and partnerships. Disrupting the HRO’s work at this stage risked delaying or jeopardizing critical recovery efforts and investment opportunities including major investments from France in the healthcare sector. To sustain and enhance the impact of the HRO, we are seeking financial support to cover six key positions, which are essential for maintaining the Office’s functionality and effectiveness.

EF and MoH are seeking to engage a dedicated expert (Legal advisor) to ensure legal soundness in contracts, agreements, and public procurement, while also navigating legislative developments and ensuring regulatory compliance in healthcare recovery.

Objective: The Legal Advisor will provide legal expertise and support for healthcare recovery initiatives, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations governing healthcare infrastructure reconstruction, donor agreements, and public procurement. The incumbent will play a key role in advising on regulatory matters, drafting legal documents, and facilitating the smooth implementation of healthcare recovery projects

·       Law degree from a recognized university.

·       At least 5 years of experience in legal advisory roles, preferably in healthcare, public procurement, or infrastructure projects.

·       Strong knowledge of Ukrainian legislation related to healthcare, construction, and public procurement.

·       Experience working with international donors, government institutions, and regulatory bodies.

·       Proven ability to draft and review contracts, agreements, and legal documents.

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·       Fluency in Ukrainian and English.

Reporting & Supervision

The expert (advisor) is expected to be based in Kyiv, Ukraine, attend MoH office (approximately 40 hours per week), with a requirement be ready for travels to the regions and internationally as needed.

The expert (advisor) will report directly to the Head of the Health Recovery Office of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine with a functional link to the Head of Health Program of Expertise France.