alta-ares - Strategic Operations Coordinator — Ukraine

• 1–4 years of experience in operations, coordination, project management, administrative support, or a similar role • Prior experience in a defence, government, international organisation, NGO, or tech company operating in Ukraine is a strong plus • Exposure to field environments, operational settings, or live event coordination is valued • Experience working in or with international teams and managing cross-cultural communication • Native Ukrainian speaker — mandatory • English at B2 level minimum — written and spoken; you will produce and review professional documents daily • French is a meaningful plus — direct communication with Paris HQ will be significantly smoother with French proficiency • Exceptionally organised and reliable — you own your tasks end-to-end and never drop the ball • Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, sometimes unpredictable environment — you adapt quickly and stay calm under pressure • Discreet and trustworthy — you will handle sensitive operational and institutional information as a matter of course • Strong interpersonal skills: warm, professional, and confident across a wide range of stakeholders — from field operators to senior officials • Genuine interest in defence technology and European security — you care about the mission, not just the job • French language proficiency — conversational or above • Familiarity with Ukrainian defence institutions, procurement structures, or military ecosystem • Experience coordinating media coverage or managing press access at operational or field events • Background in event management, field logistics, or military support functions • Knowledge of defence tech, C-UAS, ISR, or autonomous systems • Experience with productivity tools: Notion, Google Workspace, Slack