Cybersecurity Investment Coordinator at USAID Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure in Ukraine Activity

Проект «Кібербезпека критично важливої інфраструктури в Україні».

Проект USAID «Кібербезпека критично важливої інфраструктури в Україні»  має зробити цю інфраструктуру стійкішою до кібератак шляхом формування відносин довіри та співпраці між основними зацікавленими сторонами у сфері кібербезпеки, що представляють органи влади, приватний бізнес, наукову спільноту та громадянське суспільство.

Проект включає три взаємопідсилювальні компоненти:
1) Зміцнення середовища, що є сприятливим для кібербезпеки;
2) Формування кадрового потенціалу України у сфері кібербезпеки;
3) Створення стійкої кібербезпекової індустрії.

Мета: посилення стійкості критичної інфраструктури країни до кібератак шляхом розвитку надійного партнерства між основними учасниками процесу підвищення рівня кібербезпеки у галузі державного управління, приватному секторі, а також представниками освітньої галузі й громадянського суспільства.

Activity Background

The purpose of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure in Ukraine Activity is to strengthen the resilience of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure from cyberattacks by establishing trusted collaboration between key cybersecurity stakeholders in the government, private sector, academia, and civil society. The activity aims to achieve this goal by implementing the following activity components:

Component 1: Strengthen the cybersecurity enabling environment 

The legal, regulatory, and institutional framework for national cybersecurity in Ukraine needs to be strengthened and aligned with international standards and best practices. This component will strengthen the cybersecurity resilience of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure sectors by addressing legislative gaps, promoting good governance, enabling collaboration between stakeholders, and supporting cybersecurity institutions. This component will also build the technical capacity of key sectors through increased access to cybersecurity technology and equipment.

Component 2: Develop Ukraine’s cybersecurity workforce 

Ukraine suffers from a severe shortage of cybersecurity professionals. This component of the USAID Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure in Ukraine Activity will address workforce gaps through activities that develop new cybersecurity talent and build the capacity of existing talent. These activities will address the entire workforce pipeline, the quality of education received by cybersecurity specialists, and industry training programs to rapidly upskill Ukraine’s workforce to respond to immediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

Component 3: Build a resilient cybersecurity industry 

A growing cybersecurity industry in Ukraine will contribute directly to national security and prosperity. This component will seek to build trust and collaboration between the public and private sector to develop innovative solutions for future cybersecurity challenges; spur investment and growth in the broader cybersecurity market in Ukraine through greater access to financing; support smaller cybersecurity companies to rapidly increase the number of local cybersecurity service providers; and offer mechanisms for Ukrainian firms to connect with industry partners to enable better access to innovations and business opportunities.

Together the above components will improve short-term cybersecurity resilience in Ukraine and establish a solid foundation for long-term cybersecurity independence and leadership. Lessons and best practices from key critical infrastructure sectors will extend to all parts of the public sector, as well as to the private sector and civil society.

ROLE’S PURPOSE:

Under the supervision of the Market and Investment Development Manager, the Cybersecurity Investment Coordinator will be responsible for mapping the of potential investors in Ukraine and internationally and organizing and execute effective outreach campaigns aimed at attracting potential investors to the cybersecurity market players.

TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Cybersecurity Investment Coordinator has the responsibility and accountability to develop and maintain investor mapping based on up-to-date analysis of existing local and international investors for tech/cyber sector in Ukraine and abroad, and facilitate the engagement with identified prospective investors for cybersecurity market players

The Cybersecurity Investment Coordinator will work on the following tasks:

• Conduct a comprehensive and current mapping of potential investors in Ukraine and internationally under the guidance of the Market and Investment Development Manager. Identify key investors for initial engagement.
• Prepare an in-depth analysis of the types and profiles of investments required to capture investor interest. Develop potential instruments and initiatives to fulfill the identified investment needs.
• Regularly analyze and assess the optimal approaches for reaching potential investors. Provide recommendations for a complementary materials package to enhance outreach efforts.
• Develop a comprehensive set of materials to be utilized across various channels for investor outreach.
• Organize and execute effective outreach campaigns aimed at attracting potential investors to the cybersecurity market players.
• Develop an investment promotion package of materials for the cybersecurity innovative solutions supported by the Activity.
• Provide estimates and projections on the targeted attracted investments.
• Prepare success stories and provide input/updates for the reports (weekly update, monthly and quarterly reports, etc.).
• Other tasks as assigned by the direct supervisor.

Qualifications:  

1. A Bachelor /Master’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, Computer science, Information Systems, or another relevant field.
2. At least 2-3 years’ experience with start-ups, incubators, accelerators and/or investment banking, fund management, VC or private equity management, access to finance or similar consulting experience.
3. Experience analyzing SME investment opportunities.
4. Experience working with funds or private equity firms.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of Ukraine SME sector.
6. Experience working with donor-funded projects preferred.
7. Strong organizational skills and proven ability to set priorities and deal with multi-tasks.
8. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
9. Strong interpersonal skills and written/oral communication skills.
10. Ukrainian native.
11. English fluent.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.

DAI and its employees are committed to confronting discrimination in all forms, nurturing respect for our interpersonal relationships, and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work.  DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.

DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.”

DAI promotes workforce diversity and encourages persons from excluded groups, including persons with disabilities, to apply.

Position is Kyiv-based, long-term

WE OFFER

Contract length: 12-month employment agreement with a possibility of extension.

Benefits: all benefits envisaged by the Labor Code of Ukraine, medical insurance for employees and immediate family members.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter by 29 February 2024 6:00pm Kyiv time. Interviews will be conducted on the rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates will receive notice requesting additional information

2024-01-29T13:04:51.000 2024-02-29T23:59:59.000 Full time TELECOMMUTE Україна DAI Global LLC, USAID Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure in Ukraine Activity