Vacancies and Tenders

Description of the context

To address the changing needs of Ukrainian municipalities and national level stakeholders during wartime, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) has initiated a broader programme in support of multilevel governance and recovery. This programme is called “Polaris: Supporting Multi-level Governance in Ukraine”. It is implemented by SALAR International and planned for four years (July 2024-May 2028).
Polaris Programme aims to work with both short and long-term focus, addressing the needs of the multi-level governance system in Ukraine and in parallel strengthening municipalities’ public service provision, as well as their direct engagement in the recovery and reconstruction processes, in line with the requirements of Ukraine’s EU accession.

Role Description

The Communication Specialist is part of a communication team consisting of three members. The work will be conducted under supervision and in collaboration with the Communication Lead, and will involve working with Ukrainian and international experts from all thematic areas as well as with other Programme units, to ensure that communication activities are aligned with the communication strategy, enhance programme visibility and achieve good coverage among the target groups.

Application: Send your application with a maximum 3-page CV and a 1-page cover letter (in PDF) to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please include a portfolio of relevant work samples (as links or a PDF). Note “Communication Specialist” in the subject line. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. Only shortlisted applicants will receive a response by email once the recruitment process has been finalised.

For any questions or clarifications, please contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Personal information provided by the applicant in the recruitment process will be handled by SALAR International. 

For more information, please download the Terms of Reference.

Deadline: 23 June 2026. Applications will be considered on a rolling basic.