The project supports the Government of Ukraine in developing and implementing public administration reform in the context of EU accession and national recovery. It helps strengthen the capacity of public institutions to develop and implement effective policies, improve the professionalism and effectiveness of the civil service, and provide better public services. The project also supports Ukraine in aligning its public administration with EU principles and standards and in delivering the reforms and commitments required as part of the EU accession process. By strengthening the institutions and people responsible for turning policy decisions into results, the project contributes to a more capable, accountable and citizen-oriented public administration that can support Ukraine’s recovery and European future.

The overall objective is to support Ukraine in the development and implementation of its Public Administration Reform agenda in context of EU accession process as well as the national recovery process.

The specific objective is to progress in formulation, management and implementation of Ukraine’s public administration reform agenda in the context of EU accession and national recovery processes.

1. A coherent strategic framework for public administration reform is in place and effectively implemented.
The PAR Strategy 2026–2030 and its costed implementation plan are implemented, monitored and reported on, alongside the PAR Roadmap and relevant PAR commitments under the Ukraine Plan 2024–2027.
2. Government institutions are more effective, efficient and capable of delivering EU accession and recovery priorities.
Government structures at all levels have strengthened capacity to perform their functions and implement EU accession requirements, with clearer roles and responsibilities between state secretaries and deputy ministers and reduced duplication of functions.
3. The civil service is more professional, capable and attractive as an employer.
Modernised professional and in-service training, an effective retention policy and a comprehensive salary reform model aligned with SIGMA principles strengthen the capacity, professionalism and sustainability of the civil service.
4. Coordination around public administration reform are strengthened.
Donor coordination, led by the Ukrainian authorities, in the area of public administration reform and governance is strengthened.
5. Communication around public administration reform is strengthened.
Regular communication within the public administration and with citizens, stakeholders and the international community—including through PAR.in.ua—supports awareness and understanding of the reform.