Over 36,000 Ukrainians have used the Reserve+ app’s recruiting service

Over 36,000 Ukrainians have applied for vacancies in the Defence Forces through the Reserve+ app since the launch of the recruitment service. This was stated by Kateryna Chernohorenko, Deputy Minister of Defence for Digital Development.

Users predominantly targeted vacancies in the areas outlined hereafter:

• Headquarters

• Transportation

• UAVs

• Infantry

• Intelligence

In terms of positions, the most in-demand are the following:

• Driver

• Operator of UAVs of different types

• Mechanic-Fitter

• Intelligence/Reconnaissance Specialist

• Clerk

“This figure demonstrates that the Reserve+ app’s recruitment service has become one of the most sought-after platforms where Ukrainians seek military positions. Recruitment is becoming one of the crucial tools within the ecosystem we are developing for individuals liable for military service. In this ecosystem, individuals have the opportunity to directly find a place in the military and apply their knowledge effectively,” noted the Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine.

The military units that users most frequently applied to are: 

• 12th Brigade "Azov” of the National Guard of Ukraine

• 14th Separate Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Regiment 

• 13th “Khartiia” Brigade  

• Logistics Forces 

• Defense Forces – Special Unit of the Security Service of Ukraine.

The recruitment feature in the Reserve+ app was launched in October 2024. It enables Ukrainians to find the most suitable military vacancy from thousands of available options. With the collaboration of the Lobby X employment platform, the service offers the most comprehensive list of open positions in the Defence Forces, surpassing 5,000 and expanding daily.

Reserve+ app's recruitment functionality is designed to help users identify roles most suitable for them based on their experience and preferences. When searching for a vacancy, users must complete a short questionnaire, such as indicating whether they have completed training in one of the military fields or which area they are most skilled in.