Formulierung einer neuen Phase der Anti-Korruptionsinitiative der Europäischen Union (EUACI IV) in der Ukraine 2027 - 2031

Objective of the assignment is to assist in formulating the fourth phase of the EU Anti-Corruption Initiative in Ukraine (EUACI IV). EUACI IV will be funded by the EU, Denmark, UK International Development and Germany. Method: The formulation will be conducted based on a combination of documentary reviews and interviews with key stakeholders. The formulation team will undertake a field mission to Ukraine - up to two weeks (incl. travel days) if applicable, including to one or two of six target cities (“Integrity Cities”). The security situation in Ukraine is unpredictable, and planning of the assignment has to be adaptive to changing circumstances. If travel is not possible the formulation will be desk based and interviews conducted online. Outputs: 1) An Inception Report prior to the mission to Ukraine. 2) A presentation of preliminary findings and an outline of the draft Program Document 3) A draft programme document for Early Appraisal and presentation to the External Panel. 4) A final Program Document. Timing: The Formulation is expected to start 23.11 2026 with the submission of the draft Programme document 08.01 2027. Finalisation of Programme document after Early Appraisal and presentation to the External Panel expected 24.03 2027. Consultancy team: Two external international experts and one national expert with proven experiences. These include: 1) Expert in programming and management, including financial management, and experience within good governance and anti-corruption (International). 2) Expert in anti-corruption programmes and institutions including with knowledge of emerging trends, e.g. digitalisation and prevention (International), preferably a practitioner or with an academic anti-corruption profile. 3) Expert on Ukrainian public sector reforms and strong knowledge of the national anti-corruption institutions and local authorities (National). Estimated budget: Up to DKK 850.000 Deadline for application 14 October 2026 at 14:00 Danish time Interested Consultants can request to get the instructions prepared for applicants by e-mail to the Contact person stated below Contact point EUNABO Contact person Henrik Jespersen Contact e-mail EUNABO@UM.DK Criteria for selection A minimum of three and a maximum of five applicants with references best suited for the assignment will be invited to submit a tender.