Ielyzaveta

Ielyzaveta Pletnova

Programme / Project Management | Humanitarian & Development Programmes

Kyiv, Ukraine | English (C1), Ukrainian (Native)

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Professional Profile

Programme and project management professional with 11+ years of experience delivering
humanitarian and development programmes in conflict-affected contexts in Ukraine. Proven
track record in grant-funded project implementation, partner coordination, and community-
based programming, with strong exposure to economic recovery, livelihoods, skills
development, civic engagement, and localization approaches. Experienced in working with
international donors and INGOs, contributing to accountable, inclusive, and results-oriented
interventions aligned with organizational strategies and humanitarian principles.

Known for collaborative working style, attention to detail, and the ability to translate strategic
objectives into practical, field-driven activities.

Core Competencies

Programme & Project Cycle Management

Partner Coordination & Capacity Support

Grant & Activity Management

Economic Recovery & Livelihoods Programming

Skills Development & Inclusive Training Design

Community Engagement & Localization

Donor Compliance & Reporting (USAID, FCDO)

Gender & Social Inclusion (GESI)

Stakeholder Engagement (Local Authorities, CSOs, Private Sector)

Professional Experience

Technical Officer – BLOOM Programme

October 2025 – March 2026 | Ukraine
 - Support the implementation of programme activities in line with approved workplans,
indicators, and theory of change, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
- Contribute to the design and rollout of skills development and livelihoods
interventions aimed at improving economic opportunities for war-affected
populations.
- Work closely with communities, training providers, and partners to identify skills gaps
and adapt activities to local labour market needs.
- Ensure inclusive programming, with a strong focus on women, veterans, internally
displaced persons, and persons with disabilities.
- Prepare activity completion documentation and narrative inputs in line with internal
activity cycle processes.
- Coordinate with internal technical teams and external stakeholders to ensure
coherence, accountability, and learning across activities.

Activity Implementation Manager – USAID Democratic Governance East Activity (DG
East)

March 2020 – May 2025 | Ukraine

- Coordinated the implementation of 40+ grant-based and subcontracted initiatives
focused on local governance, civic participation, and community resilience in conflict-
affected regions.
- Built and maintained effective partnerships with local authorities, civil society
organizations, and NGOs, supporting co-creation and locally driven solutions.
- Provided technical and operational oversight to partners, ensuring alignment with
approved activity plans, budgets, and donor requirements.
- Supported grant design and management processes, including activity planning,
compliance monitoring, and coordination with procurement, finance, and MEL teams.
- Promoted localization and participatory approaches by facilitating community
consultations and dialogue formats.
- Ensured conflict sensitivity, gender mainstreaming, and accountability to affected
populations across activities.

Community Engagement Coordinator – Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

January 2019 – February 2020 | Ukraine

- Led community engagement initiatives strengthening collaboration between displaced
populations, local authorities, and humanitarian actors.
- Ensured alignment between community priorities and programme activities,
contributing to more responsive and inclusive programming.
- Supported proposal development and field-level coordination with partners and
donors.
- Strengthened communication channels between communities and service providers,
improving access to assistance.
NFI Officer – Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

February 2015 – December 2018 | Ukraine

- Conducted needs assessments and coordinated the distribution of non-food items to
conflict-affected populations.
- Supported rapid response activities in close cooperation with local authorities and
community representatives.
- Contributed to programme expansion through partner engagement and identification
of emerging needs.

Leading Specialist, Family and Youth Department – Yasynuvata City Council

September 2010 – January 2015 | Ukraine

- Designed and implemented youth-focused community programmes and local
initiatives.
- Drafted departmental budgets and supported resource mobilization.
- Cooperated with public institutions and NGOs to promote social cohesion and civic
participation.

Education

- Specialist Degree in Pedagogy & Methodology (English Language and Literature)

State Pedagogical Institute of Foreign Languages, Horlivka

Additional Information

Donor Experience: USAID, FCDO

Work Context: Conflict-affected and post-emergency settings

Availability: Ukraine-based

References

Available upon request