Desired start date: 6th of April 2026
Duration of the mission: 31th of March 2027
Location: Kiev
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers - intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
| Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces, SI has been responding to the needs of the population living in areas under Government control. While programming in 2022 and 2023 was—rightly—focused on immediate emergency response, the year 2024 marked a transition toward a more balanced approach, combining both emergency and early recovery interventions. SI’s main strategic objective for 2026 is to strengthen and clearly position its comparative advantage in Ukraine. The ambition is for SI to build a recognized and demonstrable expertise in WASH and Shelter. The program strategy for 2026 therefore focuses on two core sectors—WASH and Shelter—and is structured around two strategic axes: 1. Respond to both acute and chronic emergencies 2. Contribute to creating the conditions for dignified return or sustainable stay in stable areas through a recovery-oriented approach To maximize the impact of its interventions, SI aims to further enhance sectoral integration and promote localized approaches. In 2026, SI’s country program in Ukraine is expected to operate with a budget of approximately 10 million euros, with three field bases (Mykolaiv, Dnipro, Kharkiv), one coordination office in Kyiv, and a total of 110 staff, including around 15 expatriates. The main donors in 2026 are CDCS, AFD, and ECHO. Additional donors have been approached to expand and diversify the portfolio further, in line with SI’s programmatic priorities. |
General objective:
| The Grants and Partnership Coordinator plays a key role in developing and monitoring the partnership and financial strategy of the mission. He/she ensures interdepartmental coordination and provides strategic support to the mission on donor relations, project cycle management, management of international and local partnerships , external compliance, and donor accountability. The Grants and Partnership Coordinator will be responsible for managing a Partnership Manager (national position), a Grants Manager (expatriate position) and a Reporting and Communication Officer (expatriate position). He/she will closely collaborate with the Country Director and Deputy Country Director for Programs. |
The main challenges:
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Priorities for the 2/3 first months:
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Security constraints:
| Kyiv is in a security level 2 out of 5 according to SI grading, with fairly flexible security rules given the overall security context of Ukraine and the rules applicable at base level. Regular air alerts and attacks from Russian Forces pose security threats and can affect sleep and moral. There is an official nationwide curfew from midnight to 5 am, enforced by government that is to be strictly adhered to. |
DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE
| Master degree in a relevant area |
SKILLS
TECHNICAL SKILLS
| 1. Excellent writing and oral skills; | |||
| 2. Strong understanding and knowledge of EU/ECHO, AFD, GFFO, SDC, UHF/UN and other donor rules and regulations; effectively coordinate proposals development | |||
| 3. Excellent relationship-building, interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively represent SI at forums and with donors |
TRANSVERSAL SKILLS
| 1. Demonstrated manageria / leadership competencies | |||
| 2. Leadership and sense of coordination | |||
| 3. Innovative, structuring and solutions-oriented |
LANGUAGES
| 1. Full professional proficiency in English (oral and written) | |||
| 2. Ukrainian is an asset |
A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (2600 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 700.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
| Housing in guesthouses according to SI standards. To note that there are frequent electricity cuts due to Russian Forces targeted attacks on infrastructures. Internet and telephone network are widely available. Restaurant & social life possible within the SI defined green zone in Kyiv and within the curfew hours. |
Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter!
Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding.
To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org
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