Assistant Protection Officer
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring an in-office Assistant Protection Officer in Stockholm, Sweden, to lead national protection strategies, legal advocacy, and community-based support for refugees and stateless persons.
- Role
- Assistant Protection Officer
- Organization
- UNHCR (The UN Refugee Agency)
- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-07-29
The role
UNHCR is seeking an Assistant Protection Officer based in Stockholm, Sweden, to lead protection-related activities for the country. The role involves extensive legal analysis, including drafting commentaries on legislative proposals, engaging with legal representatives, and ensuring the protection of asylum-seekers, refugees, and stateless persons. The incumbent will also conduct site visits to reception centers, facilitate community-based protection initiatives, and represent the agency in public forums and stakeholder meetings.
What you'll do
- Draft legal commentaries on national law proposals and engage in court interventions.
- Monitor reception and detention centers to ensure the protection and rights of populations of concern.
- Coordinate with civil society, refugee-led organizations, and national authorities.
- Deliver training and facilitation for partners and stakeholders.
- Manage individual protection cases, including GBV and child protection incidents.
What it takes
- Law degree is required.
- Professional fluency in Swedish (mother tongue or professional level).
- Proficiency in English at a B2 level or higher.
- Proven work experience in the legal field.
- Demonstrated ability to perform public speaking and represent the organization.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this position is designed to be primarily office-based in Stockholm, Sweden, though it requires travel within the country to visit asylum-seeker and refugee locations.
What are the key qualifications for this role?
Candidates must hold a law degree, possess proven legal work experience, and be professionally fluent in both Swedish and English.
How do I apply for this job?
Interested candidates must submit their application by the deadline of July 29, 2026.
Is the compensation specified?
No, the specific salary is not stated in the job description.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNHCR (The UN Refugee Agency)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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