Hennadiy Pavlovych Temnyk (Ukrainian: Геннадій Павлович Темник; born June 9, 1970) is a Ukrainian politician. He served as the Minister of Regional Development, Construction, Housing and Communal Services of Ukraine from December 24, 2012, to February 27, 2014, in the government of Prime Minister Mykola Azarov.
Early Life and Education
Hennadiy Temnyk was born on June 9, 1970. Details about his early life and specific educational background are not widely publicized but he has held various positions indicating a background in administration and public service.
Career
Temnyk's career in public service began at the local level. He held several administrative positions before rising to prominence.
Head of Dnipropetrovsk Regional State Administration
From March 18, 2010, to December 24, 2012, Temnyk served as the Head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional State Administration (Governor of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast). During his tenure, he was responsible for the economic, social, and administrative development of one of Ukraine's most important industrial regions.
Minister of Regional Development, Construction, Housing and Communal Services
On December 24, 2012, Hennadiy Temnyk was appointed Minister of Regional Development, Construction, Housing and Communal Services of Ukraine. In this role, he was responsible for implementing state policy regarding regional development, urban planning, construction, and housing and communal services throughout the country. His term coincided with significant political upheaval in Ukraine, including the Euromaidan revolution. He remained in his ministerial position until the collapse of the Azarov government on February 27, 2014.
Political Affiliation
Hennadiy Temnyk was a member of the
Party of Regions (Партія регіонів), which was the ruling party in Ukraine under President Viktor Yanukovych until the Euromaidan revolution in 2014. His political career was closely associated with the party and its administration.
Post-Ministerial Career
Following the events of 2014 and the change of government in Ukraine, Temnyk's public political profile significantly diminished. Information regarding his activities after leaving the ministerial post is not widely available in public records.