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Who are we? 

The British Embassy in Kyiv is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking for an Energy Advisor to cover for the duration of the permanent job holder's maternity leave.

Main purpose of job: 

Roles and responsibilities: 

Follow and report on local developments in energy sector. Provide policy recommendations, advice and briefings to the Embassy team (including the Ambassador) and across Whitehall (particularly the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the International Energy Unit, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and the Department for Business and Trade). Key issues include:Implications and impact of war on key energy assets and systems, including nuclear power;Reform of energy legislation, regulation and state-owned energy enterprises;State of ‘winterisation’ and the resilience of the energy system through winter;Climate and environmental implications of war and the need for Ukraine to rebuild its energy system in a greener, more efficient and sustainable way and to restore environmental damage.

3. Work across teams, including:

The Embassy’s Programme Team to ensure that UK aid is delivering impact in the energy, climate and environmental sectors;The trade team to support UK businesses vying for commercial deals in the energy sector;The defence team to follow the military situation around key energy assets;The humanitarian team to support efforts to keep the lights, heat and water running through winter.

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Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Our Ideal Candidate shows: 

Fluent written and spoken Ukrainian and English at a minimum of C1 level according to the CEFR*;Completed university degree in an energy-related subject;Knowledge of the Ukrainian energy sector;Ability to work across multiple teams;Proactivity, flexibility, and strong team working skills;Ability to work on own initiative, often without direct supervision;IT literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Nice to have: 

Experience delivering energy, climate and environmental policy in Ukraine, either in government, academia, public administration or international organisations.  Required behaviours Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together Application deadline 25 January 2026 Grade Higher Executive Officer (HEO) Type of Position Full-time, Temporary, Fixed Term Working hours per week 40 Duration of Post 6 months Region Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia Country/Territory Ukraine Location (City) Kyiv Type of Post British Embassy Number of vacancies 1 Salary Currency USD Salary 3,445.38$ gross Type of Salary monthly Start Date 2 March 2026 Other benefits and conditions of employment

This is a full-time, temporary contract for the period of the permanent job holder's maternity leave, for 40 working hours per week including 1 hour per day for lunch. 

The start date mentioned in the advert is just an expected start date. The appointment can start earlier or later depending on several factors.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

Working in a diverse, multi-cultural team of Ukrainian and British colleagues with wide-ranging experience. A well-balanced work/life culture and a friendly and supportive team.Medical and dental plan (non-contributory for the employee and contributory for qualified dependants).24 working days of annual leave and additional public and privilege holidays.System of performance-based bonuses for high-achievers every twelve months.Participation in staff gatherings organised by the Social Committee (team get-togethers, Christmas Party etc.) as well as cultural events hosted by the Ambassador.Direct contribution towards to accelerating Ukrainian victory and supporting the country’s recovery from the consequences of war.

The British Embassy does not provide a hardship allowance.

Learning and development opportunities: 

The jobholder will have access to BE Kyiv’s full learning and development offer, which includes FCDO International Academy.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Ukraine. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Kyiv is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ukrainian employment law. This is an official employment, and the salary is subject to official tax; currently 23%. The salary is a set rate and there are no additional allowances on top.