**Fixed term | 6 months | ASAP**

## Acted

***Who we are***

Acted works with 19 million people across 43 countries at the intersection of humanitarian, development, climate and environmental programming. We draw on deep contextual knowledge and embrace emerging technologies to save lives, alleviate suffering, and protect and restore our planet. Working in collaboration with a growing ecosystem of local, national and international partners, we pursue one shared objective: a 3Zero World – Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon and Zero Poverty.

***Who we are looking for***

You bring the core competencies required for classical humanitarian and development work, alongside an active climate and environmental conscience, and you can navigate the challenges that arise when human and environmental suffering intersect. You have an entrepreneurial mindset: you see opportunities, connect dots, adapt your approach to different environments, and take measured risks in pursuit of results. You balance principles with pragmatism, and ambition with humility.

## Acted Ukraine

Since the beginning of the conflict in 2015 and following the invasion by the Russian Federation in 2022, Ukraine has seen relentless military violence directly affecting over 10.8 million people in 2026, especially in areas close to the frontline. With over 300 staff and 10 offices along frontline areas, Acted has been a leading humanitarian actor in country since 2015. In a challenging security environment, it is committed to providing emergency assistance, such as cash assistance, Shelter and WASH repairs, in-kind support, as well as early recovery support, including economic recovery support, support to local development and infrastructure reconstruction.

## You will be in charge of

Under the direct line management of the Project Development Manager (PDM), the Deputy Project Development Manager (D-PDM) ensures the management of a targeted grant portfolio, including: ensuring high quality grants follow up and reporting for this portfolio; supporting funding renewal; and/or contributing to capacity building of more Junior staff. The D-PDM will also support Acted’s positioning in country with regards to its dedicated grants portfolio.

***Main Duties***

1\. Positioning and Fundraising

- *Context, Donor and Partner Analysis*
- *Strategy development*
- *External relations*
- *Fundraising and proposal development*
- *Contracting*

2\. Grant Management

- *Contract follow-up*
- *Reporting*
- *Partner Follow-up*

3\. Management and Internal Coordination

- *Staff Management*
- *Filing*

4\. External Communication

## Expected skills and qualifications

Strong experience in Grants Management and Fundraising, including leading and preparation of project proposals for institutional donors.

Knowledge and experience of staff management.

Experience working on the relevant country response is an asset.

Proficient in written and spoken English.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

Able to communicate complex information clearly, with excellent interpersonal skills.

## Terms of reference

For more information about the position, [click here ](https://www.acted.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/pdm-ukr-2026.pdf).

## Conditions

- Salary between 3900 and 4100€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300
- Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse
- Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)
- Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered
- Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract
- R&R every 3 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200
- Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year
- One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training
- Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)
- Psychological assistance
- This position is classified as an **international staff position** under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.