Антон

Anton Ivanov
Program Manager · Independent Media Development · International Projects · Grants
Management ·
Kyiv, Ukraine · [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) · [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

PROFILE
International project management specialist in independent media development, freedom of speech,
and access to information with over 8 years of experience. Skilled in managing donor programs
(Sida, USAID), partner coordination, grant management, and monitoring and evaluation. Worked
with national, regional, and hyperlocal media organizations in Ukraine.

EXPERIENCE

Project Director Feb 2023 – May 2026
Internews · Support for Ukrainian Media Survival (Sida-funded)
– Overall management of a project supporting national, regional, and hyperlocal media organizations
– Coordination of partner media and organizational collaboration
– Donor communication and ensuring compliance with grant funding requirements
– Team management and oversight of financial and operational implementation
– Preparation of narrative and financial reports, monitoring and evaluation of results

Program Manager Jan 2019 – Jan 2023
Internews · Ukraine Media Program (USAID-funded)
– Management of program activities and support for partner media organizations
– Coordination of grant programs for media and civil society organizations
– Monitoring partner project implementation and compliance with donor requirements
– Supporting partners in developing media financial sustainability and audience growth

Communications Manager / Project Coordinator 2016 – 2018
NGO Centre UA
– Organizational and communications support for over 40 public consultations across Ukraine's regions
– Organization of public events and press events on reforms in education, healthcare, and electoral law
– Coordination of the development of the 'Access to Truth' online platform for public information requests
– Organization of training sessions for journalists and civil society activists

Communications and Events Manager 2015 – 2016
UNDP · 'Council for Europe' Project (EU–UNDP)
– Coordination of preparations for the international conference 'Parliamentary Reform'
– Management of contractors, preparation of event materials, and media plan coordination

Producer / Photo Editor up to 2015
Esquire Ukraine (Sanoma Media)
– Production of photo and illustrative materials, development of visual concepts
– Coordination of work with photographers and designers

EDUCATION
Master of Laws · Yaroslav Mudryi National Academy · 2009–2010
Bachelor of Laws · Yaroslav Mudryi National Academy · 2005–2009
Open World Leadership Program · Exchange program · Washington DC, Texas, USA

SKILLS
Project Management · USAID · Sida · Grant Management
Monitoring & Evaluation · Strategic Planning · Media Development
Donor Reporting · Partner Coordination