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Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

11/08/2020 – 20/08/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

IntroductionIntroduction

Right to Protection (R2P) is a Ukrainian not-for-profit organization. R2P ensures the protection and human rights of vulnerable migrants – the conflict-affected, the internally displaced (IDPs), the refugees, who find themselves in Ukraine due to dire circumstances, the stateless, the undocumented, and those at risk of statelessness. R2P’s key programmatic strengths are legal assistance, monitoring, advocacy as well as government and civil society capacity building.

The project Advocacy, Protection and Legal Assistance to the Internally Displaced Population of Ukraine is aimed to strengthen the protective environment for internally displaced persons and other affected populations (here and after referred to as IDPs) through directly responding to their needs at community and individual levels as well as developing civil society capacities to identify and implement durable, long-term solutions.

Position’s Overall ObjectivePosition’s Overall Objective

The Lawyer will provide primary and secondary legal aid to stateless to ensure that their rights are observed.

The Lawyer will report to the Project Manager and is expected to spend approximately 60% of his/her time in Kyiv and the remaining traveling in the Kyiv Region.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

The Legal Analyst as a member of the Project Team will be reported to the Advocacy Coordinator, and work in close cooperation with the Legal and Protection Coordinators as well as the Project Manager. The position is settled in Kyiv at the R2P Main Office.

Project Implementation

• Work autonomously within the scope of advocacy efforts identified by the Advocacy Coordinator and Manager in line with the Advocacy Strategy developed by the Advocacy Team; 
• Lead the advocacy directions assigned, identify and implement most appropriate advocacy activities in close consultations with Advocacy Coordinator and Legal and Protection Coordinators of the IDP-assisting project;
• Identify the legal gaps in Ukrainian legislation concerning IDPs and conflict-affected population, and suggest improvements need to be made in order to ensure that the Government’s legal and policy response to internal displacement in Ukraine is implemented;
• Consolidate analytical information, draft analytical reports and other materials to present gaps that shall be addressed; 
• Draft new legislation, including amendments, regulations and instructions, to address the concerns identified;
• Liaise with the R2P’s partners to follow-up on the situation for IDPs in Ukraine;
• Organize and conduct meetings with main actors at local, national and international levels;
• Support the activity of the R2P and of the international observers in any other aspect that is required and provide advice to the R2P on any legal issues as required.

Coordination and Representation

• Ensure effective communication, coordination, and information-sharing with other R2P’s thematic components and key staff;
• Establish and maintain cooperation with key duty bearers;
• Represent R2P at all relevant coordination fora with partner organizations as well as duty bearers.

Reporting & Accountability

• Coordinate results of the efforts with the Advocacy Coordinator on a two-weekly basis to ensure the implementation of the Advocacy Strategy and/or to amend the Advocacy Strategy, if necessary; 
• Produce high quality and timely reports in line with donors’ guidelines within agreed deadlines;
• Comply with all relevant R2P policies and procedures, particularly with respect to the code of conduct.

Required qualifications and skillsRequired qualifications and skills

• Higher education in law;
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Proven capacity to conduct lobbying and advocacy activities, design, and produce quality knowledge products, including policy and legal papers, etc;
• Experience of working with the Ukrainian Parliament and Ukrainian executive state institutions is a strong asset. Desirable is the experience of working with the EU and the EU institutions;
• Experience or knowledge of humanitarian aid and development policy and research, as well as specific knowledge and experience in working with IDPs human rights situation, is a strong asset;
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, Ukrainian and Russian, both verbally and in writing;
• Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy;
• Treat all people fairly without favouritism;
• Fulfill all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment;
• Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines;
• Ability to work in close collaboration with team members;
• Commitment to team work;
• Highly motivated self-starter;
• Flexibility.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020, renewable dependent on funding and performance;
• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Room for professional growth;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Lawyer_Statelessness’. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

20 August 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

28/07/2020 – 10/08/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

IntroductionIntroduction

The project will be implemented by the Right to Protection (R2P). R2P, an all-Ukrainian charitable foundation, assists refugees, asylum seekers, stateless, internally displaced persons and conflict affected population in Ukraine.

The project’s major objective is to ensure that stateless population in Ukraine exercise their human rights. To achieve that R2P will 1) provide legal aid and counseling in the Kyiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk and Luhansk (GCA) regions, 2) build capacity of legal aid providers, government and communities on statelessness prevention and reduction; and 3) develop a comprehensive analysis of the legal framework regarding stateless in Ukraine and advocate for the improvement of government policy, legislation and existing administrative procedures towards stateless population.

Position’s Overall ObjectivePosition’s Overall Objective

The Lawyer will provide primary and secondary legal aid to stateless to ensure that their rights are observed.

The Lawyer will report to the Project Manager and is expected to spend approximately 60% of his/her time in Kyiv and the remaining traveling in the Kyiv Region.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

Project Implementation

• Conduct legal consulting to the beneficiaries in the project office and in outreach mode; 
• Prepare necessary legal documents to be lodged with the state authorities and embassies;
• Prepare documents for courts of various instances;
• Maintaining paper and computer files for cases counseled;
• Preparation of reports, including statistical information;
• Participation in meetings and conferences on behalf of R2P.

Reporting & Accountability

• Produce high quality and timely reports in line with R2P guidelines within agreed deadlines;
• Comply with all relevant R2P policies and procedures, particularly with respect to child protection and the code of conduct.

Required qualifications and skillsRequired qualifications and skills

• Higher education in law;
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in legal practice;
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, Ukrainian and Russian, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to work independently and in team and to meet deadlines;
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Commitment to teamwork;
• Fulfill all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment;
• Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy;
• Treat all people fairly without favouritism.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020;
• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Lawyer_Statelessness’. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

10 August 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

22/07/2020 – 27/07/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

IntroductionIntroduction

The Right to Protection (R2P), an all-Ukrainian charitable foundation that strives for Ukraine to become a country where refugees, stateless, non-citizens and displaced persons enjoy dignity and protection, launches the Advocacy and Legal Protection Programme funded by UNHCR to be implemented in 2020.

The Programme is aimed to provide protection and legal assistance to asylum seekers and refugees from around the world. The Programme also contributes to building a humane asylum system in Ukraine by training local judges, immigration and law-enforcement officials, and law students, and by developing legislative proposals and administrative regulations.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

The Lawyer as a member of the Legal Team will report to the Project Manager and work in close cooperation with other Lawyers and Advocates.

Project Implementation

• Preliminary interviews, in-depth interviews, and analysis of asylum claims in accordance with the Ukrainian laws and international refugee protection instruments; preparation of appropriate documents for asylum seekers on the basis of such interviews;
• Consultations of asylum seekers and refugees on asylum procedures in Ukraine, voluntary repatriation, resettlement and family reunion, integration procedures, citizenship issues, civic laws and other issues of interest and concern to asylum seekers and refugees;
• Representation and translation at government and law enforcement agencies, and in other situations when this may be deemed necessary by your supervisor;
• Legal counseling of asylum seekers on the governmental asylum procedure;
• Monitoring the quality of the asylum procedure and enhance relevant professional capacities of the local SMS staff involved in first instance adjudication of asylum claims through providing on-the job training to Kyiv MS staff concerning the standards;
• Monitoring changes in international and Ukrainian legal and legislative acts related to the delivery of program services, and in maintenance and distribution of relevant legal information to colleagues and, when necessary, outside parties;
• Maintaining paper and computer files for cases counseled;
• Maintaining up-to-date information on country conditions for countries in your area of expertise;
• Preparation of reports, including statistical information;
• Participation in meetings and conferences on behalf of R2P.

Reporting & Accountability

• Produce high quality and timely reports in line with R2P guidelines within agreed deadlines;
• Comply with all relevant R2P policies and procedures, particularly with respect to child protection and the code of conduct.

Required qualifications and skillsRequired qualifications and skills

• Higher education in law;
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in legal practice;
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, Ukrainian and Russian, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to work independently and in a team and to meet deadlines;
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Commitment to teamwork;
• Fulfill all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment;
• Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy;
• Treat all people fairly without favouritism.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020, renewable dependent on funding and performance;
• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Room for professional growth;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Lawyer’. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

27 July 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

9/07/2020 – 14/07/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

IntroductionIntroduction

The Right to Protection (R2P) is an all-Ukrainian charitable foundation operating in partnership with the global NGO HIAS, that strives for Ukraine to become a country where refugees, stateless, persons at risk of statelessness and displaced persons enjoy dignity and protection. 

One of R2P major objectives is to ensure that stateless population in Ukraine exercise their human rights. To achieve that R2P 1) provide legal aid and counseling in the Kyiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk and Luhansk (GCA) regions, 2) build capacity of legal aid providers, government and communities on statelessness prevention and reduction; and 3) develop a comprehensive analysis of the legal framework regarding stateless in Ukraine and advocate for the improvement of government policy, legislation and existing administrative procedures towards stateless persons and persons with undetermined nationality

Title: Expert on Statelessness Status Determination Procedure in Ukraine

Duty Station: Kyiv 

Duration: 15 July-31 August 

Contract Type: Individual  

ContextContext

On 16 June 2020, after several years of UNHCR and partners’ advocacy efforts, the Parliament adopted the draft law #2335. This act regulates the Statelessness Status Determination (SSD) procedure in Ukraine. It has many significant advantages:

– for the first time since the ratification of the 1954 Convention relating to the Status of Stateless Persons by Ukraine, a procedure to determine a status of a stateless person is established;

– the SSD procedure does not set any pre-conditions for application except for the requirement to be in writing. However, UNHCR is concerned that, in practice, in order to access the procedure, all applicants to the SSD procedure would have to pay fines for violation of the rules of stay in Ukraine because of their irregular stay on the territory;

– applicants are entitled to free legal aid in the application process, for the duration of the procedure and at the stage of appeal;

– the burden of proof is shared between the applicant and the State Migration Service (SMS). 

The act is still to be signed by the President and promulgated in the official gazette. Peculiarities of the procedure are to be regulated by a by-law which has not been prepared by the SMS yet.

At the same time, most of the assistance currently provided by UNHCR through partners has been dedicated to individual legal assistance to persons with undetermined nationality/at risk of statelessness. As, in most cases, persons with undetermined nationality/at risk of statelessness are entitled to the Ukrainian citizenship, they should not apply for a stateless status. On the contrary, procedures for the confirmation of Ukrainian nationality should be simplified. It is therefore important that, for a proper implementation of the new law introducing a SSD procedure, this aspect be examined and mechanisms for transfer from one procedure to the other be developed. For the implementation of the law introducing a SSD procedure, a by-law must be adopted which should include that possibility to refer/transfer applicants entitled to Ukrainian citizenship to the procedure for confirmation of nationality, support with identification of stateless persons will be required, as well as for building the capacity of the authorities. Strong investment and support from UNHCR is expected. 

Currently, UNHCR and partners are the only actors providing legal aid to individuals with undetermined nationality/at risk of statelessness. Because of legal limitations, the support provided by the Free Legal Aid Centers (FLAC) is restricted to primary legal aid (legal counselling provided by legal experts) to a small number of persons. The SSD procedure foresees that applicants should benefit from state-funded free legal aid for the provision of primary and secondary (in administrative and judicial procedures) legal aid. Building the capacity of the FLAC would also require important investments in terms of training.

R2P is seeking for an Expert to support R2P, UNHCR and the relevant governmental bodies of Ukraine in the development of the statelessness determination procedure.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesDuties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical and legal support on the draft by-law (or any other relevant draft legislation) on the implementation of a fully-fledged SSD procedure in Ukraine to R2P, UNHCR Ukraine and the relevant governmental bodies of Ukraine (in particular, the State Migration Service of Ukraine)
• Sharing information on good state practices which ensure a clear distinction in the stateless persons and persons with undetermined nationality which should not go through the SSD procedure; Provide technical and legal advice for the implementation of the same approach in Ukraine;  
• Draft recommendations on the possible way forward (including suggestions for further activities) by R2P, UNHCR and the Government of Ukraine in order to enable effective implementation of the by-law in Ukraine, as well as on general activities to raise awareness about statelessness in Ukraine.
• Where needed, participate in meetings/working groups to promote action on the importance of the adoption of the above mentioned by-law and encourage action to address statelessness.

Required qualificationsRequired qualifications

• Advanced university degree in a relevant field, such as public international law or human rights law; 
• Minimum of six years of experience in a relevant area, particularly in the field of citizenship and statelessness. Experience working for a UN or other international organization in one of these fields (especially, in the European region) is an asset. 
• Sound knowledge of UNHCR’s statelessness mandate and Guidelines, the two UN statelessness conventions and other relevant international standards; 
• Highly motivated self-starter;
• Well-developed organizational capacities, communication skills, high level of responsibility, computer literacy, experience in planning and analysis of fulfilled work;
• Fluency and excellent drafting and presentation skills in Ukrainian and English are required.

Application processApplication process

Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Expert on Statelessness Status Determination Procedure’. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

14 July 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

5/07/2020 – 15/07/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

General informationGeneral information

The Right to Protection, CF (R2P) is a charitable fund that strives for Ukraine to become a country where refugees, stateless, non-citizens, and displaced persons enjoy dignity and protection.

Senior Advisor on Strategy and Development will report to the President and work in close cooperation with the programming, communication, and advocacy units and with support from the finance/administration unit.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities for this position are, but not limited to:

• Identify current and upcoming funding gaps in coordination with programming and advocacy units.
• Based on needs and opportunity areas identified in coordination with programming and advocacy, create a fundraising strategy to broaden and diversify current funding streams.
• Monitor and analyze calls for proposals and identify additional sources of funding based on needs and opportunity.
• Lead project design and proposal development process in cooperation with programming and advocacy, and support from the finance/administration unit.
• Draft concept notes, work plans, logframes, stakeholder maps, and talking points in cooperation with programming and advocacy units. Draft annual reports, communication documents, literature reviews, and other documents upon request in cooperation with communication, programing, and advocacy units.
• Serve as donor point of contact.
• Map external stakeholders, including donors, embassies, think tanks, political bodies, media, EU organs, UN agencies, and coordination groups for funding, partnership, coordination, and influence opportunities.
• Expand stakeholder awareness of R2P and influence within these communities through promotion of key messaging, targeted briefings, and other informational provision. Messaging and informational products will be coordinated with programming and advocacy.
• Represent organization to the abovementioned external audiences.
• Constantly keep abreast of changes in stakeholders and update stakeholder map accordingly.
• Build team capacity in best practices of project design, grant writing, and external relations.
• Provide secondary and backstop support with reporting, oversight, monitoring systems, AAP, public information, and other functions.
• Undertake additional work, special tasks, and research upon request of the President.

Reporting & Accountability

• Produce high quality and timely reports in line with R2P guidelines and donors requirements within agreed deadlines;
• Comply with all relevant R2P policies and procedures, particularly with respect to child protection, sexual and gender-based violence victims protection, and the code of conduct.

QualificationsQualifications

• University degree in Development Studies, Economy or Socio-Economic Development, Business Administration, Law, or another related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in fundraising with international donors and grant writing.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong interest in human rights.
• Ability to undertake business trips.
• Knowledge of Ukrainian or/and Russian language is preferred. Fluency in English is required.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, including cross-cultural communicative skills and discretion when addressing client issues.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020, renewable dependent on funding and performance;

• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Senior Advisor on Strategy and Development‘. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

15 July 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

1/07/2020 – 15/07/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

General informationGeneral information

The Right to Protection (R2P), an all-Ukrainian charitable foundation operating in partnership with the global NGO HIAS, that strives for Ukraine to become a country where refugees, stateless, non-citizens and displaced persons enjoy dignity and protection, is seeking a candidate to fill the position of the Legal Aid Programmes Coordinator.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

Advocacy Coordinator reports to the Director and works in close cooperation with Managers of the organization’s projects and other senior management.

Advocacy Coordinator develops and supports in-house advocacy programs in the organizations’ offices contributing to all directions and efforts of the R2P. Advocacy Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of the organization’s advocacy activities, developing and maintaining relations with advocacy stakeholders, strategic planning, methodological support to the organization, including teams at local offices, monitoring, and evaluation of deliverables, representation of the component to the key stakeholders, conception and drafting of new advocacy projects.

Essential Functions

• Maintain a broad overview of the changing political landscape and identify new and emerging advocacy opportunities and threats relevant to the situation of beneficiaries in Ukraine.
• Develop advocacy strategies of the organization at regional, national, and international levels. The strategies to be developed in close collaboration with the key staff members. 
• Ensure the smooth implementation of the advocacy strategies in close coordination with Managers of the R2P’s on-going projects and functional Managers. 
• Build up and maintain mutually beneficial liaisons with key stakeholders and decision makers at regional, national, and international levels. Keep up an on-line database of these contacts. 
• Promote and support the existing and new fora of civil society and governments as an instrument of collective response advocacy. 
• Work closely with the Director and the Fundraising and Development Unit and the Board to establish R2P as a leader and partner of local and international stakeholders and promote collaborative new and existing relationships.
• Participate actively in the government, UN, and other decision making platforms. 
• Supervise the Advocacy Unit in programmatic and developing efforts. 
• Spearhead staff capacity building efforts by identifying the needs of the advocacy team.
• Make sure the advocacy team is aware of and enforces human rights standards and R2P’s code of conduct, including confidentiality and data protection, and apply them into their everyday work.
• Ensure that the advocacy team has the necessary tools, resources, and information to deliver and evaluate services that meet or exceed internationally accepted standards and protocols.
• Work closely with Director and the Fundraising and Development Unit to develop program objectives and budgets, with a focus on advocacy projects.
• Coordinate preparation of and manage timely and high?quality program narratives reports concerning advocacy.
• Regularly visit the organization’s field offices and project sites to monitor implementation quality.
• Model R2P values through collaboration, strategic decision?making, evidence?based programming, and efficient management of resources.
• Ensure accountability through effective monitoring and impact assessment; comply with R2P and donor policies, procedures and requirements and ensure compliance on the part of the staff, volunteers and project partners
• Introduce a human rights approach in activities implemented by the organization.
• Ensure effective communication, coordination, and information-sharing with other key staff including Director, peers, and subordinates.
• Represent the organization at all relevant coordination fora with partner organizations as well as duty bearers.

Required qualifications and skillsRequired qualifications and skills

• Higher education in law, additional public administration or management education is an asset;
• Excellent knowledge of national and international human rights legal aid instruments including Ukrainian law, the European Court on Human Rights and UN instruments;
• Good understanding and deep awareness of the political landscape, government stakeholders, civil society, intergovernmental organizations, UN in Ukraine, and worldwide. 
• Familiarity with displacement, asylum, migration, statelessness human rights standards;
• Ability to formulate and draft project proposals;
• Strong public and media presentations skills; 
• Strong training and lecturing abilities are an advantage and strongly preferred;
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Collaborative results-oriented management style;
• Ability to motivate and supervise a high-performing team;
• Well-developed organization capacities, communication skills, high level of responsibility, computer literacy, experience in planning and analysis of fulfilled work;
• Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy;
• Readiness to travel within a designated area;
• Excellent Ukrainian, Russian, and English language proficiency.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020, renewable dependent on funding and performance;

• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Advocacy Coordinator‘. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

15 July 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

23/06/2020 – 30/06/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

General informationGeneral information

Right to Protection (R2P) is a Ukrainian not-for profit organization. R2P ensures the protection and human rights of vulnerable migrants – the conflict affected, the internally displaced (IDPs), the refugees, who find themselves in Ukraine due to dire circumstances, the stateless, the undocumented, and those at risk of statelessness. R2P’s key programmatic strengths are legal assistance, monitoring, advocacy as well as government and civil society capacity building.

The project Advocacy, Protection and Legal Assistance to the Internally Displaced Population of Ukraine is aimed to strengthen the protective environment for internally displaced persons and other affected populations (here and after referred to as IDPs) through directly responding to their needs at community and individual levels as well as developing civil society capacities to identify and implement durable, long-term solutions.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

The Legal Analyst as a member of the Project Team will be reported to the Advocacy Coordinator, and work in close cooperation with the Legal and Protection Coordinators as well as the Project Manager. The position is settled in Kyiv at the R2P Main Office.

Project Implementation

• Work autonomously within the scope of advocacy efforts identified by the Advocacy Coordinator and Manager in line with the Advocacy Strategy developed by the Advocacy Team; 
• Lead the advocacy directions assigned, identify and implement most appropriate advocacy activities in close consultations with Advocacy Coordinator and Legal and Protection Coordinators of the IDP-assisting project;
• Identify the legal gaps in Ukrainian legislation concerning IDPs and conflict affected population, and suggest improvements need to be made in order to ensure that the Government’s legal and policy response to internal displacement in Ukraine is implemented;
• Consolidate analytical information, draft analytical reports and other materials to present gaps that shall be addressed; 
• Draft new legislation, including amendments, regulations and instructions, to address the concerns identified;
• Liaise with the R2P’s partners to follow-up on the situation for IDPs in Ukraine;
• Organize and conduct meetings with main actors at local, national and international levels;
• Support the activity of the R2P and of the international observers in any other aspect that is required and provide advice to the R2P on any legal issues as required.

Coordination and Representation

• Ensure effective communication, coordination and information-sharing with other R2P’s thematic components and key staff;
• Establish and maintain cooperation with key duty bearers;
• Represent R2P at all relevant coordination fora with partner organizations as well as duty bearers.

Reporting & Accountability

• Coordinate results of the efforts with the Advocacy Coordinator on a two-weekly basis to ensure the implementation of the Advocacy Strategy and/or to amend the Advocacy Strategy, if necessary; 
• Produce high quality and timely reports in line with donors’ guidelines within agreed deadlines;
• Comply with all relevant R2P policies and procedures, particularly with respect to the code of conduct.

Required qualifications and skillsRequired qualifications and skills

• Higher education in law;
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Proven capacity to conduct lobbying and advocacy activities, design, and produce quality knowledge products, including policy and legal papers, etc;
• Experience of working with the Ukrainian Parliament and Ukrainian executive state institutions is a strong asset. Desirable is the experience of working with the EU and the EU institutions;
• Experience or knowledge of humanitarian aid and development policy and research as well as specific knowledge and experience in working with IDPs human rights situation is a strong asset;
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, Ukrainian and Russian, both verbally and in writing;
• Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy;
• Treat all people fairly without favouritism;
• Fulfill all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment;
• Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines;
• Ability to work in close collaboration with team members;
• Commitment to team work;
• Highly motivated self-starter;
• Flexibility.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020, renewable dependent on funding and performance;
• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Room for professional growth;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Legal Analyst’. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

30 June 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

1/06/2020 – 15/06/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

General informationGeneral information

The Right to Protection (R2P), an all-Ukrainian charitable foundation that strives for Ukraine to become a country where refugees, stateless, non-citizens, and displaced persons enjoy dignity and protection, launches the Advocacy and Legal Protection Programme funded by UNHCR to be implemented in 2020.

The Programme is aimed to provide protection and legal assistance to asylum seekers and refugees from around the world. The Programme also contributes to building a humane asylum system in Ukraine by training local judges, immigration and law-enforcement officials, and law students, and by developing legislative proposals and administrative regulations.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

The Lawyer as a member of the Legal Team will report to the Project Manager and work in close cooperation with other Lawyers and Advocates.

Project Implementation

• Preliminary interviews, in-depth interviews, and analysis of asylum claims in accordance with the Ukrainian laws and international refugee protection instruments; preparation of appropriate documents for asylum seekers on the basis of such interviews;
• Consultations of asylum seekers and refugees on asylum procedures in Ukraine, voluntary repatriation, resettlement and family reunion, integration procedures, citizenship issues, civic laws and other issues of interest and concern to asylum seekers and refugees;
• Representation and translation at government and law enforcement agencies, and in other situations when this may be deemed necessary by your supervisor;
• Legal counseling of asylum seekers on the governmental asylum procedure;
• Monitoring the quality of the asylum procedure and enhance relevant professional capacities of the local SMS staff involved in first instance adjudication of asylum claims through providing on-the job training to Kyiv MS staff concerning the standards;
• Monitoring changes in international and Ukrainian legal and legislative acts related to the delivery of program services, and in maintenance and distribution of relevant legal information to colleagues and, when necessary, outside parties;
• Maintaining paper and computer files for cases counseled;
• Maintaining up-to-date information on country conditions for countries in your area of expertise;
• Preparation of reports, including statistical information;
• Participation in meetings and conferences on behalf of R2P.

Reporting & Accountability

• Produce high quality and timely reports in line with R2P guidelines within agreed deadlines;
• Comply with all relevant R2P policies and procedures, particularly with respect to child protection and the code of conduct.

Required qualifications and skillsRequired qualifications and skills

• Higher education in law;
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in legal practice;
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, Ukrainian and Russian, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to work independently and in the team and to meet deadlines;
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Commitment to team work;
• Fulfill all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment;
• Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy;
• Treat all people fairly without favouritism.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020, renewable dependent on funding and performance;
• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Room for professional growth;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Advocate‘. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

15 June 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.

Date of publication – DeadlineDate of publication – Deadline

20/05/2020 – 27/05/2020

Work placeWork place

Kyiv

General informationGeneral information

The Right to Protection (R2P), an all-Ukrainian charitable foundation, in partnership with HIAS, that strives for Ukraine to become a country where refugees, stateless, non-citizens and displaced persons enjoy dignity and protection, launches the Advocacy and Legal Protection Programme in Kharkiv funded by UNHCR to be implemented in 2020.

The Programme is aimed to provide protection and legal assistance to asylum seekers and refugees from around the world. The Programme also contributes to building a humane asylum system in Ukraine by training local judges, immigration and law-enforcement officials, and law students, and by developing legislative proposals and administrative regulations.

Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesKey Duties & Responsibilities

The Advocate as a member of the Legal Team will report to the Project Manager and work in close cooperation with other LPS Lawyers and Advocates.

Project Implementation

• Representation of asylum seekers in court hearings, the migration authorities, law-enforcement and other agencies of the Ukrainian government;
• Legal counselling of asylum seekers on the governmental asylum procedure; 
• Assistance to Project Manager in monitoring changes in international and Ukrainian legal and legislative acts related to the delivery of program services, and in maintenance and distribution of relevant legal information to colleagues and, when necessary, outside parties;
• Assistance to Project Manager in providing legal support for R2P operations, including but not limited to, preparation and review of relevant contractual documents, intervention in conflict situations and others requiring your input;
• Maintaining paper and computer files for cases counselled;
• Maintaining up-to-date information on country conditions for countries in your area of expertise;
• Preparation of reports, including statistical information;
• Participation in meetings and conferences on behalf of R2P.

Reporting & Accountability

• Produce high quality and timely reports in line with R2P guidelines within agreed deadlines;
• Comply with all relevant R2P policies and procedures, particularly with respect to child protection and the Code of Conduct.

Required qualifications and skillsRequired qualifications and skills

• Higher education in law;
• An advocate license; 
• At least three years of work experience in legal practice including, legal advisory expertise, court representation; 
• Knowledge of the refugee issues and its peculiarities in Ukraine;
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, Ukrainian and Russian, both verbally and in writing;
• Excellent usage of computers and office software packages;
• Mature judgment combined with a proactive, energetic approach to problem-solving;
• Ability to work independently and in team and to meet deadlines;
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Commitment to teamwork;
• Fulfill all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment;
• Cultural sensitivity and diplomacy;
• Treat all people fairly without favouritism.

We offerWe offer

R2P will offer the successful applicant:

• A contract till December 31, 2020, renewable dependent on funding and performance;
• Opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• Mentorship;
• Fun and energetic team;
• Respect for work/life balance.

Application processApplication process

Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the title ‘Advocate‘. Responses will be sent only to those individuals who were selected for interview. No phone calls, please.

Applications close date

27 May 2020. If an appropriate candidate is identified, R2P reserves the right to recruit ahead of this deadline.