New Business Development (NBD) Coordinator (Ukraine Nationals Only)

Save the Children International

Save the Children International is a leading global humanitarian organization that has been protecting childrens rights worldwide for over 100 years. We operate in more than 100 countries responding to emergencies implementing innovative development programs and advocating for childrens rights on a global scale.

Our work in Ukraine began in 2014. 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 childrens 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 2025-2027. 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 Ukraines 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 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 line with SCIs dual mandate these key areas of accountability will apply to SCI Ukraines work in emergencies and in development settings.

Concept and Proposal Development (60%)

• Lead on proposal development process for all funding opportunities with PDQTechnical 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 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 (e.g. 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 (30%)

• 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 (10%)

• 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 organizations 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

• Bachelors 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. 2 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

• Masters 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.