Senior/Head of Product

Summary

Join toogeza, a Ukrainian recruiting company, in finding a Senior/Head of Product for The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine's leading English-language news outlet. This role involves designing and implementing product strategy, leading the product and technology team, driving product growth through experimentation and data analysis, and managing external partnerships. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience as a Senior Product Manager or Head of Product, ideally within the media industry, and demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and data-driven decision-making skills. The Kyiv Independent offers market-level compensation, a flexible work schedule, and the possibility of remote work. Apply now by submitting your CV and any other relevant materials.

Requirements

• Experience of working as a Senior Product Manager / Head of Product / other relevant product & tech experience
• Strong command of the English language (fluent or native)
• Strong business sense and a passion for using data to make decisions
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders
• Leadership skills and the ability to set and prioritize goals

Responsibilities

• Design & implement a product strategy & roadmap for the Kyiv Independent
• Work hand in hand with the company’s top management and make sure the product strategy fits into the overall company development
• Grow and lead the product & technology team; Lead a team of current direct reports and develop plans to scale it
• Guide the engineering team on UX improvements and overall user experience
• Lead the development of the Kyiv Independent’s mobile app and digital platforms
• Lead experimentation and A/B testing strategies to drive product growth
• Use audience data and analytics to inform product decisions and tailor digital offerings to user needs
• Identify and manage external partnerships (e.g., AI tools, subscription platforms, audience analytics)
• Stay up to date with industry best practices and innovation in digital media

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of work in the media industry would be considered an advantage
• Understanding of news and current affairs in Ukraine and the region would be considered an advantage
• Knowledge and understanding of the values of the Kyiv Independent

Benefits

• Market-level compensation
• Working with a young and highly motivated team for an award-winning media startup
• Busy but flexible work schedule
• The ability to work remotely upon agreement