Consultant / Project Manager, Healthcare sector, Ukraine
- Application Deadline: Dec. 9, 2024
- Kyiv
- On-site
Business Sweden (the Swedish Trade and Invest Council) is looking for a Consultant/Project Manager to join its team in Kyiv.
Having re-established its on-the-ground presence in Kyiv in October 2023, Business Sweden is now enhancing its operations to focus on delivering maximum value for Swedish companies looking to expand into Ukraine. With a goal of contributing to the effective utilization of Swedish expertise and solutions, the Business Sweden team in Kyiv works on guiding companies regarding opportunities to participate in the rebuilding and development of Ukraine.
As part of our ongoing efforts to expand, Business Sweden is currently seeking an experienced business development professional or management consultant to join our team in Kyiv. This individual will play a key role in shaping our task force activities across healthcare sector and beyond. Join us at Business Sweden in Kyiv and be a part of our journey to make a significant impact.
- looking to join a dedicated team working on increasing Sweden's business footprint in Ukraine
- interested in leading and delivering consulting projects that provide support to Swedish companies of all sizes in healthcare sector in their international business development and investments in Ukraine
- experienced in developing customised proposals and research solutions for market expansion, sales support, stakeholder analysis and/or operational support
- conduct thorough market assessments to identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities for Swedish companies within the Ukrainian healthcare sector
- stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes that may impact investment potential
- develop comprehensive market analyses tailored to the specific needs of clients, highlighting key trends, competitive landscapes, and potential risks
- advising both Large- & Mid-sized Swedish companies, as well as Start-ups, on questions related to penetration and expansion on Ukrainian healthcare market, commercial excellence, local healthcare regulations, certifications and compliance requirements
- establish and maintain strong relationships with Ukrainian businesses and key public sector stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health, medical equipment certification bodies, medical procurement agencies, hospitals, and distributors
- plan and execute promotional activities aimed at pitching investment opportunities in the Ukrainian healthcare market to prospective Swedish investors
- actively participate in organizing and attending relevant business events, conferences, and networking sessions to promote Swedish interests in the Ukrainian healthcare sector
You are encouraged to apply if you are:
Key responsibilities:
What we offer:
- opportunity to work on implementing a meaningful agenda of assisting Swedish companies expand into Ukraine
- acting as a catalyst for business development activities, fostering relationships, and engaging with clients
- representing Business Sweden as a trusted advisor, finding solutions to our clients’ challenges
- projects with small and medium-sized companies, as well as large multinationals
- occasional travels across Europe to support our clients hands-on
- strong team where we take care of, support and coach each other
- a diverse and international work environment with global career opportunities
- flexible working hours and possibility of working from home
Position is to be based in Kyiv and report to the Country Manager & Trade Commissioner.
Work with great people
Skills & Requirements
Core competencies and collaborative skills:
- demonstrate commitment, honesty, and accountability in tasks.
- self-driven and independent with high energy level and creative; can-do mindset
- developed consulting skill set: hypothesis-led problem solving, structuring, and communicating complex ideas, strategic thinking
- team player
- developed interpersonal and communication skills
- result- and customer-oriented
- strong business ethics
- ability to adapt to the many different environments; ability to keep calm and focused regardless of the situation
Formal requirements:
- an academic degree within law, economics, finance, healthcare or business management
- minimum 3-6 years of relevant working experience (depending on Consultant or Project Manager level)
- work experience from healthcare sector
- proven experience from consulting, project sales, and strong client service business acumen
- proven track record developing and executing deals with deep customer insight, strong negotiation, and closing skills
- experience from multi-stakeholder projects, including government clients
- a high level of proficiency in both written and spoken English and Ukrainian is a requirement
- this position is based in Kyiv and candidates need to have the right to live and work in Ukraine
A Plus:
- experience from project funding linked to IFIs is meriting
- experience from an international environment, proven track record of managing multinational teams and working cross-border
- working experience from a Management Consultancy firm
- working experience with the Ukrainian government sector
Application:
Please submit your resume together with a personal cover letter and a one-pager description/presentation of a business opportunity for Swedish companies in Healthcare sector in Ukraine (in English).
Submissions are welcome as soon as possible as we will be screening applications on a rolling basis.
For more information regarding the position, please contact Andreas Giallourakis, recruiting manager.
Great Place to Work
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Global exchanges and career opportunities
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Exclusive focus on our client’s growth agenda
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Extensive responsibility
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Diversified teams with world class colleagues
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Training academy for continuous development
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Entrepreneurial environment
About the company
Business Sweden, also known as the Swedish Trade and Investment Council, is a government consultancy organization tasked with promoting and assisting Swedish companies in international markets, as well as attracting foreign investment to Sweden. Owned by the Government of Sweden and industry, Business Sweden pursues the goal of helping Swedish companies grow global sales with approximately 500 colleagues working in 46 countries.
Since October 2023, Business Sweden has reestablished its presence in Kyiv with the aim of supporting the Swedish private sector in contributing to Ukraine's sustainable reconstruction. By facilitating the effective utilization of Swedish expertise and solutions in broader reconstruction efforts, Business Sweden is committed to bolstering Sweden's business presence in Ukraine and making a significant contribution to Ukraine's future development. Join our dedicated team to provide hands-on support and strategic advice for Swedish enterprises seeking to enter and expand in Ukraine.
At Business Sweden we value and encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds related to culture, gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion and belief, disability, nationality, sexual orientation and gender identity. The diversity of our people is an important foundation of our culture and builds a workplace where everyone can contribute with unique experiences, perspectives and cultures.
OUR VALUESOur high performance culture rests on that all our employees live our core values. We will never have guidelines for every situation we will meet, but if all of us are guided by a strong sense of our values, we will always navigate in the right direction.
RESPONSIBILITYThis is the foundation of our culture. Taking responsibility is a way to show commitment to our work. We take ownership of the relationships with our clients and stay true to our word.
COLLABORATIONAlone we can do so little; together we can do so much. Collaboration knows no geographical borders. At Business Sweden, we act as one global team to create the best possible value for our clients.
IMPACTBy monitoring the world around us and identifying possibilities , we make a difference by helping companies to seize new, sustainable business opportunities. We create impact both for our clients and for Sweden.
Andreas Giallourakis | Contact Person
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