Save the Children International

Save the Children International is a leading global humanitarian organization that has been protecting children's rights worldwide for over years. We operate in more than countries, responding to emergencies, implementing innovative development programs, and advocating for children's rights on a global scale.

Our work in Ukraine began in . Since then, we have significantly expanded our presence, providing support to children and families affected by war. Our key areas of focus include education, child protection, food security, social support, and advocacy to drive lasting change in children's lives.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The New Business Development (NBD) Coordinator will work with the Director of Resource Mobilization and NBD to grow Save the Children funding and partnerships in Ukraine, in order to resource the Country Strategic Plan -. In doing so, s/he will collaborate with relevant teams to develop high quality Concept Notes and Proposals for timely submission in accordance with donor guidelines and expectations.

Following SCI Ukraine’s proposal development procedures, the role-holder will ensure comprehensive consultation during design, development and submission of proposals and concept notes that are aligned to Ukraine Country Office and donor strategies and meet the necessary quality standards. In addition, the NBD Coordinator will contribute to NBD knowledge management and learning. The position-holder will work alongside Technical Advisors, MEAL, Operations, Partnerships, Finance, and support functions on specific opportunities during their period of employment.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: 

Under the strategic guidance of the PDQ Director and direct supervision by Director of NBD and RM, the NBD Coordinator will be responsible for business development, proposal coordination and documentation of the Ukraine country programme focussing on the CO CSP and thematic sectors. In line with SCI’s dual mandate, these key areas of accountability will apply to SCI Ukraine’s work in emergencies and in development settings. 

Concept and Proposal Development (%)

Lead on proposal development process for all funding opportunities with PDQ Technical Advisors/Specialists, including MEAL, Operations (for field team inputs, logistics requirements, costings, etc.), Security, Awards Management, Finance, etc.  Produce proposal development schedules and track timelines, ensuring and facilitating coordination amongst teams – PDQ, Programme Operations, Finance, Partnerships, etc. in a timely and quality fashion. Support in the drafting non-technical sections of the proposals such as capability statements, country context, and programme experience, while drawing on the expertise of technical specialists, MEAL, Operations, Finance, HR and Security.  Work closely with the Finance, Technical Advisors, and Programme Operations and Area Office teams, as well as other relevant staff to develop proposal budgets.  Coordinate with relevant staff and provide additionally requested information in relation to proposals and reports, from donor, SCI or Save the Children Members promptly and accurately and make necessary revisions based on feedback.  Ensure that Programme Quality Framework and Theory of Change is addressed in all new proposals and that key elements of programme quality are included ( child participation, child safeguarding, gender, lessons learned from past proposals, accountability, risk assessments, effective and sustainable partnerships, etc.). Ensure GNG, PART, AMET, and GEM, among other internal SCI compliance documents are completed for each opportunity and uploaded to AMS. Ensure that all quality and cross cutting aspects are articulated in proposals including MEAL, gender, accountability to affected populations, child safeguarding, etc. Contribute to providing technical assistance and capacity building for and with partners on proposal development and new business development as needed.

Capture Planning and Opportunity Preparation (%)

Assist in seeking and tracking donor intelligence on prospective new opportunities or partnerships; particularly for long-term, multiyear funding opportunities. Share information on new funding opportunities from bilateral, multi-lateral, and other institutional donors. Work with PDQ Director and Director of NBD and RM to ensure capacity statements, one-pagers, position papers, snapshots, power point presentations, CNs are developed for the purpose of donor engagement. Support Director of NBD and RM to strengthen country office capabilities on long-term capture planning for major forthcoming funding opportunities. Represent SC as a generalist, alongside technical experts, in consortium meetings, donor engagements, member and regional meetings, as needed or requested, on matters pertaining to specific opportunities. Work with Director of NBD and RM in the development of donor engagement plans for identified selected donors, and follow up with donors on priorities, plans, programmes etc.

Learning and Knowledge Management (%)

Support country office in maintaining an accessible information, knowledge sharing and learning platform (UKR SharePoint, AMS, etc.) on relevant data as it pertains to NBD. Ensure that all appropriate donor and Save the Children resources, templates, and tools are available to relevant staff, as well as a clear understanding of donor requirements. Maintain strong knowledge management systems to support intra-country office communication and continuous learning.  Organize After Action Review of specific opportunities to generate learnings for process and quality improvements.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability

Takes personal responsibility for decisions, effective use of resources, high-quality results, and acting in alignment with Save the Children values. Supports colleagues and partners to take ownership of their responsibilities by providing guidance, opportunities for development, and constructive feedback. Addresses underperformance proactively and fairly, ensuring accountability for outcomes.

Ambition

Sets clear, ambitious goals for themselves and contributes to a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Actively promotes and communicates the vision of Save the Children to inspire, motivate and engage others. Thinks creatively and strategically to drive progress and long-term impact for children.

Collaboration

Builds positive, trusting, and inclusive relationships with staff, partners, and stakeholders. Values diversity and different perspectives as strengths that enhance the organization’s collective impact. Demonstrates strong communication skills, showing empathy, openness, and willingness to support others.

Creativity

Proactively seeks and encourages innovative, practical solutions to improve effectiveness and staff experience. Confident in proposing new ideas and taking responsible, well-considered risks to enhance results.

Integrity

Acts with honesty, fairness and professionalism in all interactions. Promotes an environment of transparency, trust, and mutual respect, upholding the highest ethical standards.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education 

 Bachelor’s degree in development studies, international relations, or related field (minimum)

Qualifications

Fluency in written and spoken English. Experience having worked in one or more of the Save the Children priority sectors (Education, Food Security and Livelihoods, Child Protection, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, Shelter, WASH, Child Rights Governance) within an NGO or similar environment in development and/or emergency settings.

Experience (Required) 

Demonstrated experience (min. years) in coordinating and facilitating the development of major proposals to institutional donors, multilateral agencies, corporate donors, and/or foundations. Demonstrated ability to solve complex issues through critical thinking, analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in. A high degree of attention to detail and the ability to lead key tasks (eg. proposal development) to on-time completion under significant pressure. Well-developed networking skills and ability to form productive working relationships with a wide range of internal colleagues and stakeholders (eg. programme, technical, awards, compliance, finance, program operations). Good personal organizational skills, including time management, and ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. Proven ability to build and maintain close and constructive working relationships with peers, management and staff in defining and fulfilling knowledge needs. A high degree of flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing needs. Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours in the event of major emergencies including travelling at short notice and for extended periods of time. Ability to work within a multicultural setting. Fluency in English and Ukrainian language 

Experience (Desirable)  

Desirable

Master’s degree in development studies, international relations, or related field. Good knowledge of the development and emergency donor environment and expectations in Ukraine. Good knowledge of the landscape of implementing partners and government structures in Ukraine. Experience in developing and working with project budgets.

Additional job responsibilities 

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience. 

Equal Opportunities  

The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures. 

Save the Children is committed to create a truly inclusive, effective and representative organisational culture, encouraging equity and diversity among its employees and eliminating discrimination. Having a diverse profile of employees, different age groups, backgrounds, cultures, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientation etc., including a range of different experiences and capabilities helps us understand, represent and serve children better. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Child Safeguarding Policy: 

We are committed to ensuring children's safety. Our recruitment process includes strict background checks and reflects our commitment to protecting children from harm. 

Safeguarding our Staff: 

The post holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Safeguarding, Code of Conduct and other policies. 

Health and Safety: 

The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Application Information: 

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter in English and include details of your salary expectation and English proficiency by  Please note that the vacancy will remain visible on the website until we find a successful candidate. 

We need to keep children and their families safe, so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the safeguarding of children from abuse.

Disclaimer: 

Please be cautious of individuals who may misuse the Save the Children name to solicit fees from job seekers. We do not engage third parties or agencies to recruit candidates. If someone contacts you promising recruitment or placement at Save the Children for a fee, please do not proceed. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.