Donor relationship manager

«Save Ukraine» is the largest humanitarian organization dedicated to supporting families in Ukraine.

Founded in 2014, Save Ukraine’s mission is to protect children and families affected by the war. Our activities are aimed at helping the most vulnerable Ukrainians: orphans, children with disabilities, internally displaced persons and victims of violence. We evacuate families from the frontline and from the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. We are the only humanitarian organization that regularly organizes rescue missions to return forcibly deported children to Ukraine. «Save Ukraine» brings together dozens of organizations and hundreds of volunteers to help those affected by the war and rebuild their lives.

Currently, the Save Ukraine team is looking for a Donor relations manager

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of funding proposals and concept notes, coordinating with all departments under the guidance of the Director of Programs. Manage a diverse portfolio of donors, including institutional donors, corporate organizations, trusts, and private donors.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing donors, ensuring excellent communication, engagement, and satisfaction.
• Develop proposals and concept notes in coordination with various departments and ensure timely submission.
• Coordinate with program advisers, finance, HR, and operations teams to ensure comprehensive proposal development.
• Track and position the organization for funding opportunities, supporting the Director of Programs.
• Assist in program review exercises, integrating learning into new proposals.
• Support the Partnership Team and Program Managers in developing and reviewing partner proposals and reports.
• Produce internal and external communication products as required.
• Act as a focal point for queries and information requests from Save Ukraine and donors.
• Represent Save Ukraine to donors and key stakeholders.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in humanitarian or developmental work.
• Proficiency in English writing and communication.
• Experience in programmatic writing, budget development, work plan management, and donor representation.
• Ability to produce and edit documents under deadline pressure.
• Familiarity with donor reporting and compliance requirements.
• Coordination of funding proposals and progress reports from institutional donors.
• Experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning efforts.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and practices.
• Demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and ability to manage competing priorities.

Conditions:

• Competitive salary level;
• Hybrid work schedule;
• Work in a creative team, in a field that changes people’s lives