Vitaliy Yurkiv
About Vitaliy Yurkiv
Vitaliy Yurkiv is a Local Economic Development Specialist at Global Communities, working on the USAID/DOBRE Program since 2016. He coordinates various technical components to support municipalities and local government service organizations in Ukraine.
Work at Global Communities
Vitaliy Yurkiv has been serving as a Local Economic Development Specialist at Global Communities since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for providing technical direction, inspection, and acceptance of contracts and grant agreements related to local economic development training and consulting services for municipalities and local government service organizations. He coordinates with various technical components, including Government Service Delivery, Youth, Civic Engagement, and Local Government Financial Planning, to ensure cohesive program interventions.
Education and Expertise
Vitaliy Yurkiv holds multiple degrees in relevant fields. He achieved a J.D. in International Law & Human Rights Protection from International Solomon University, graduating with honors. He also earned an M.A. in Public Administration from the Ukrainian National Academy of Public Administration. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and an M.B.A. equivalent from Kyiv National University of Economics. Additionally, he completed a WBG PPP Course, enhancing his expertise in public-private partnerships.
Background
Vitaliy Yurkiv has a diverse professional background that spans various roles and organizations. He worked at the University of Missouri-Columbia in several capacities, including as a Graduate Student Intern and Grants & Partnerships Specialist. His experience also includes positions at the International Law Students Association, where he served as National Administrator and Project Coordinator. He has held roles in international law firms and organizations, including Ulysses and Magisters, and has experience with the United Nations as a Sustainable Development Expert.
Achievements
Vitaliy Yurkiv has contributed to multiple working groups and initiatives, including co-facilitating a Working Group on Regional and Economic Development alongside UNDP and German GIZ. He is an active participant in the Working Group on Education, Culture, and Sports for the Donors Board. His extensive experience in local economic development and public administration positions him as a key contributor to program interventions and policy discussions in Ukraine.