Ukraine has been working since 2017 to build its capacity to implement public-private partnerships (PPPs). The PPP Guide and APMG PPP Certification Program (CP3P) has been integral to help PPP professionals develop best practice skills and knowledge to deliver a pipeline of quality and sustainable projects in social and economic infrastructure.
To strengthen Ukraine’s capacity to structure and implement sustainable PPPs, Chapter 1 of the APMG PPP Certification Program Guide and Foundation level exam has been translated into Ukrainian.
The impact of the war in Ukraine has triggered a massive humanitarian crisis that has devastated lives and destroyed vital infrastructure. Reconstruction and recovery efforts will require billions of dollars, and PPPs will play a significant role in bringing together resources and expertise from the public and private sectors.
The APMG PPP Certification Program is an innovation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), and the World Bank Group and part-funded by the Public-Private Infrastructure Advisory Facility (PPIAF). This new translation, facilitated by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, will further support PPP practitioners in Ukraine by equipping them with knowledge and resources in their native language.
“This in-depth certification program builds on a vast pool of international experience in PPPs,” said Mehita Fanny, Regional Manager for IFC’s PPP Transaction Advisory Services in Europe. “Adopting internationally recognized good practices will help national and municipal governments in Ukraine effectively deliver projects that will attract qualified investors and support both long-term development priorities as well as national recovery efforts.”
"Being able to study in one’s native language is critical for capacity building. The team we worked with to bring the translation to market were enthusiastic and dedicated and I very much hope the Ukranian translation will provide help and support to local PPP professionals seeking best practice guidance,” said Richard Pharo, CEO of APMG International.
The Ukrainian PPP Guide Chapter 1 is a free downloadable body of knowledge to help candidates prepare for the APMG PPP Foundation level exam and represents a good knowledge resource for all elements of the PPP cycle, including financial models and best contracting practices. Over 1.25 million visitors have accessed the guide across all its language versions.
The APMG PPP Certification Program is an international success, with CP3P certified professionals in over 112 countries.
As Head of Marketing for APMG International I work closely with the World Bank Group, the MDB's and the PPIAF to help PPP professionals access best practice information.