Senior Fundraiser
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Currently, we are looking for a Senior Fundraiser for The Kyiv Independent.
Company domain: Media
Location: Kyiv (hybrid or remote is okay)
Job Type: Full-time
Company: The Kyiv Independent is Ukraine’s main English-language news outlet. It was founded in November 2021 by a team of reporters and editors who were fired from the Kyiv Post for defending editorial independence, in partnership with a media consultancy company Jnomics. Today it’s a team of around 60 people based mostly in Kyiv. Publishing in English, we serve as Ukraine’s voice in the world and the world’s window into Ukraine.
Responsibilities:
Leading the development and implementation of the overall fundraising strategy.
Preparing and presenting reports on fundraising activities and outcomes to company leadership and the board.
Suggesting and implementing new, innovative fundraising initiatives.
Monitoring and managing the fundraising budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Preparing narrative reports for donors and funders, overseeing financial reporting for donors and funders.
Developing proposals, grant applications, and other fundraising materials.
Collaborating with different departments to identify fundraising priorities and enhance fundraising efforts.
Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, sponsors, and partners.
Identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major donors and sponsors.
Setting and achieving annual fundraising targets and goals in close cooperation with the company leadership.
Requirements:
Several years of experience in fundraising, preferably in a leadership role.
Knowledge and understanding of the values and mission of The Kyiv Independent.
Understanding of news and current affairs in Ukraine and the region;
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders;
Analytical skills for evaluating fundraising data and performance metrics;
Strategic thinking and planning abilities, with experience developing and implementing fundraising strategies;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and stakeholders;
Proven track record of successful fundraising, including securing major grants or partnerships;
Would be a plus:
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.
We offer:
Hybrid work arrangement – ability to work from home and from the office in downtown Kyiv (Fully remote work can also be considered);
Medical insurance for team members based in Ukraine.
Constant learning and knowledge sharing within an ambitious, professional and missionary team;
Opportunity to be a part of fast-growing award-winning media startup;
Busy, but flexible work schedule;
Market level compensation;