Associate Protection Officer
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring a junior Associate Protection Officer (Swedish nationals only) to manage protection, legal compliance, and community-based advocacy for displaced persons.
- Role
- Associate Protection Officer
- Organization
- UNHCR
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-06-18
The role
The Associate Protection Officer will coordinate protection responses for forcibly displaced and stateless persons, ensuring adherence to international human rights standards. The incumbent will provide legal advice, manage protection cases, and facilitate community-based protection initiatives while working closely with authorities and partners. This role involves designing protection strategies, managing Standard Operating Procedures, and promoting gender-sensitive and inclusive programming. It is a Junior Professional Officer position reserved for Swedish nationals, requiring professional experience in refugee law or human rights.
What you'll do
- Conduct eligibility and status determination for displaced persons.
- Provide legal advice and guidance on protection and human rights issues.
- Oversee and manage individual protection cases, including GBV and child protection.
- Implement and monitor Standard Operating Procedures for protection services.
- Liaise with authorities and partners to advocate for protection standards.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in Law, International Law, or Political Science.
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years of relevant professional experience.
- Fluency in English and Swedish.
- Demonstrated expertise in refugee protection or international humanitarian law.
- Swedish nationality is a mandatory requirement for this JPO position.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position open to all applicants?
No, this position is advertised as part of the JPO Programme and is reserved exclusively for candidates with Swedish nationality.
What is the deadline to apply for this role?
All applications must be submitted by June 18, 2026.
What level of education is required?
A Master's degree in law or social sciences is required, though candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience may be considered in exceptional cases.
Does this role require any mandatory travel or training?
Yes, the successful candidate must attend a mandatory in-person pre-deployment course in Sweden from October 5-9, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNHCR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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