Junior Ukrainian Veteran Grant Writer

Job Opening: Ukrainian Veteran Grant Writer & Defense Program Coordinator

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine — Hybrid / Remote flexibility
Organization: Defense Tech for Ukraine (DTU)
Employment Type: Full-time / Contract
Compensation Structure: Base Salary + Milestone Performance Bonus
Base Salary: $800–1,200 USD per month
Performance Bonus: Up to $200 USD per month upon successful award and initial disbursement of at least 33% of target grant(s)
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About the Role

Defense Tech for Ukraine (DTU) is recruiting Ukrainian military veterans for a paid role supporting Ukraine's defense technology ecosystem.

This position is specifically intended for veterans who want to develop new professional skills in grant writing, international defense funding, and defense program coordination.

No previous grant-writing experience is required. A dedicated training and onboarding program will be provided by DTU to help selected candidates develop the skills needed for the role.

We are looking for resourceful, organized, tech-literate veterans who understand the realities of Ukraine's defense environment and are interested in learning how international defense grants, procurement programs, and technology partnerships work.

You will receive structured training and ongoing guidance from DTU while learning to identify funding opportunities, prepare grant applications, work with Ukrainian defense technology companies, and help connect operational needs with international funding and partnership opportunities.

Who This Position Is For

This vacancy is open to Ukrainian military veterans only.

Military experience is an important part of this role, particularly when communicating with defense companies, understanding frontline requirements, evaluating the practical relevance of technologies, and working with military end users.

Formal grant-writing experience is not required. DTU will provide training and support during onboarding and throughout the candidate's development in the role.

Accessibility note: Our current Kyiv office is located in an older building that is not wheelchair accessible and requires stair access. However, the role includes substantial remote-work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

1. Learn International Grant Writing & Funding Programs

Under DTU guidance and as part of the training process:

• Research and monitor relevant European, NATO, US, and international defense funding opportunities.

• Learn how to assess whether Ukrainian defense companies are eligible for specific programs.

• Help prepare grant applications, project descriptions, budgets, supporting documents, and compliance materials.

• Track application deadlines, requirements, submissions, and results.

• Help companies collect the information required for successful applications.

Programs may include:

• European Defence Fund (EDF)

• European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP)

• EU Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS)

• NATO programs and innovation initiatives

• International programs supporting Ukrainian defense technology

2. Defense Ecosystem Liaison

• Communicate with Ukrainian defense technology companies and manufacturers.

• Work with military end users to understand operational needs and feedback.

• Help translate battlefield requirements into clear technical and project information.

• Assist DTU in identifying technologies and companies that may benefit from international funding or partnerships.

• Identify Western companies that may be suitable partners for Ukrainian defense firms.

• Help coordinate prototype testing, field trials, and feedback from military users.

3. Program Coordination & Administration

• Maintain clear records of applications, deadlines, contacts, and project status.

• Support communication between companies, technical teams, military users, and international partners.

• Help prepare reporting and documentation for funded projects.

• Ensure grant and program requirements are properly tracked.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Ukrainian military veteran status.

• Fluent Ukrainian.

• Good working English: you must be able to read documentation, write professional English with support when needed, and communicate verbally with international partners.

• Based in Kyiv or the Kyiv area.

• Comfortable working independently and remotely.

• Good computer literacy and willingness to learn new tools.

• Ability to work with Google Docs, Sheets, online platforms, and communication tools.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Interest in Ukrainian defense technology and international cooperation.

You do NOT need

• Previous grant-writing experience.

• Previous NGO experience.

• Previous experience with EU or NATO funding programs.

Training will be provided. We are looking primarily for reliability, curiosity, communication skills, practical judgment, and the ability to learn quickly.

Compensation

• Monthly Base Pay: $800–1,200 USD per month, depending on schedule, experience, and responsibilities.

• Milestone / Disbursement Bonus: Additional performance compensation linked to successful grant awards and initial disbursement.

How to Apply

Send an email to  with:

1. A short introduction explaining your military background, current availability, and why you are interested in working with Ukrainian defense technology.

2. Your LinkedIn profile, if available. LinkedIn is DTU's preferred method for reviewing applicants.

3. A CV/resume, or a bullet-point summary of your relevant military, technical, professional, or civilian experience.

Subject: Application: Veteran Grant Writer & Defense Program Coordinator – [Your Name]