Head of Fundraising / Development Director

Boyden is honored to collaborate with our client Children of Heroes Fund in the search for a Head of Fundraising.

The Fund was established to support the countless Ukrainian children who have faced the profound loss of a parent or parents during the ongoing war. The Fund offers long-term comprehensive assistance to these children and their families, guided by dedicated team of Family Helpers. The programs are made possible through the generous support of partners and donors.

The Children of Heroes of Ukraine Foundation is committed to actively promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We seek candidates based solely on their proven skills and qualifications, regardless of race, gender, religion or belief, age, disability, or sexual orientation. 

Joining Children of Heroes is a remarkable opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting Ukraine during these challenging times and contributing to building a brighter future for our country!

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a fundraising strategy to increase and diversify income across donor segments 
• Cultivate and steward relationships with key stakeholders, including major individual donors, corporate partners, and philanthropic foundations, ensuring ongoing support and long-term commitment
• Drive sustainable revenue growth through lead generation and conversion strategies
• Develop and implement donor communications and engagement strategies that strengthen loyalty, enhance donor experiences, and drive continued financial support across all donor segments
• Design, build and lead fundraising operations, systems, and tools (e.g., CRM, donor database, analytics, other). Beyond oversight, this role requires strong technical sales expertise to develop structured, scalable lead generation and donor engagement processes
• Ensure accurate donor tracking, segmentation, reporting, and insights for decision-making 
• Create effective internal processes to support campaign planning, donor journeys, and grant management 
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing fundraising team
• Foster collaboration between departments, especially with programs,communications, and finance, to ensure smooth revenue operations 
• Work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors on fundraising efforts
• Serve as a senior voice of the foundation to external stakeholders
• Represent Children of Heroes in donor meetings, events, and partner engagements

Required Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge 

• 5+ years of experience in fundraising (nonprofit or major donors investment sectors), B2B sales, revenue generation, or business development in countries outside Ukraine
• Strong entrepreneurial approach with a passion and energy to drive results in an ever-changing environment
• Experience managing and growing diverse revenue streams, especially individual and major donors
• Experience in fundraising operations and tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar CRM systems)
• Ability to develop and execute a long-term, data-driven revenue growth strategy
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Confident and experiences in public speaking
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with a focus on fostering an entrepreneurial spirit within the team
• Ukrainian language native speaker, fluent in English, spoken and written
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally

Offering

• Meaningful work: Join a fast-growing international NGO with a noble mission to make a difference.
• Opportunity to build critical infrastructure that enhances donor engagement and support for children.
• Official employment: Benefit from secure and transparent employment terms.
• Competitive compensation: Receive a market-level salary that reflects your skills and experience, medical insurance and mental health support program.
• Remote work: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely.
• Streamlined operations: Work within an effective organizational structure designed for efficiency

 If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and building sustainable funding for a mission-driven organization — we'd love to hear from you!

Boyden Ukraine is part of Boyden Global Executive Search, an international firm specializing in executive search and selection. The company was founded in 1946 in the USA. Our team consists of experienced consultants operating in 70 offices across 45 countries, with the headquarters located in New York, USA.

Boyden Ukraine is one of the most experienced executive search teams in Ukraine. Our Kyiv office has a team of 12 employees, including six partner consultants, each with 15-20 years of experience in executive recruitment.