Remote Senior Fundraiser

Summary

Join our team at The Kyiv Independent as a Senior Fundraiser to lead the development and implementation of the overall fundraising strategy, set and achieve annual fundraising targets, and cultivate major donors and sponsors.

Requirements

• Several years of experience in fundraising, preferably in a leadership role
• Proven track record of successful fundraising, including securing major grants or partnerships
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and planning abilities, with experience developing and implementing fundraising strategies
• Analytical skills for evaluating fundraising data and performance metrics
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders
• Understanding of news and current affairs in Ukraine and the region
• Knowledge and understanding of the values and mission of The Kyiv Independent

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and implementation of the overall fundraising strategy
• Setting and achieving annual fundraising targets and goals in close cooperation with the company leadership
• Identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major donors and sponsors
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, sponsors, and partners
• Collaborating with different departments to identify fundraising priorities and enhance fundraising efforts
• Developing proposals, grant applications, and other fundraising materials
• Preparing narrative reports for donors and funders, overseeing financial reporting for donors and funders
• Monitoring and managing the fundraising budget, ensuring efficient use of resources
• Suggesting and implementing new, innovative fundraising initiatives
• Preparing and presenting reports on fundraising activities and outcomes to company leadership and the board

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as business, nonprofit management, marketing, or communications); a master's degree may be preferred
• Familiarity with fundraising software and tools

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement – ability to work from home and from the office in downtown Kyiv (Fully remote work can also be considered)
• Market level compensation
• Busy, but flexible work schedule
• Opportunity to be a part of fast-growing award-winning media startup
• Constant learning and knowledge sharing within an ambitious, professional and missionary team
• Medical insurance for team members based in Ukraine