Project Manager (E-commerce)

Огляд

The Kyiv Independent – Ukraine’s English-language publication, is looking to fill a project manager (E-commerce) position. The Kyiv Independent is Ukraine’s fastest-growing English-language news outlet. It was founded in November 2021 by a team of reporters and editors who were fired from the Kyiv Post for defending editorial independence, in partnership with a media consultancy company Jnomics. Today, it’s a team of around 50 people, mostly based in Kyiv.

Обов'язки

• design and implement the Kyiv Independent e-commerce strategy, which would incorporate selling physical and digital goods
• work closely with the company’s leadership to ensure the success of the e-commerce & adjust the strategy based on the market needs
• together with the Product and Tech teams, coordinate the development and continuous improvement of KI’s e-commerce platform
• lead the creation of the Kyiv Independent value offering through coordination with internal and external stakeholders
• manage work of various contractors, service providers, external partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of the product
• coordinate any other operational work that is related to this vertical

Вимоги

• at least 1 year of experience in e-commerce projects
• experience working with e-commerce-focused service providers (e.g., Shopify) would be considered a plus
• strong command of English language (at least a С1 level; B2 can be considered in some cases)
• ability to work effectively with people and lead your team
• ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders
• understanding of news and current affairs in Ukraine and the region
• knowledge and understanding of the values of The Kyiv Independent

Умови

• full-time position
• work in Kyiv or remote (upon agreement)
• market-level compensation
• working with a highly motivated team for an award-winning media startup
• busy but flexible work schedule
• ability to build your team and hire
• the ability to work remotely upon agreement
• work with foreign companies and world opinion leaders