Protection Legal Officer (Rule of Law)

The role

The Protection Legal Officer (Rule of Law) provides critical legal information, counseling, and assistance to conflict-affected populations in Ukraine, working from the IRC's Kharkiv office. The role involves a mix of office-based duties and fieldwork, including mobile team operations and collaboration with local legal actors and Free Legal Aid Centers. Additionally, the officer supports advocacy initiatives, conducts data analysis on legal needs, and trains staff on protection principles to ensure effective humanitarian response.

What you'll bring

How we treat you

Competitive salary, purposeful job and development opportunities, English classes, unlimited online training courses, life insurance, medical insurance for staff and family members, free psychological support, 30 calendar days of annual vacation, and up to 10 days of paid medical leave.

How to apply

Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.