Social issues specialist/ranking officer for work with stateless persons in The Right to Protection, CF

General information assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs), war victims, refugees and stateless persons. The Foundation is an executive partner of the UNHCR and monitors the situation of the protection of the rights of IDPs, providing legal assistance and strengthening the humanitarian response in 22 regions of Ukraine, and also promotes changes in the national legal base, bringing it into line with international standards in the field of human rights. population and improving the resilience skills of first responders" aims to protect and support the rights of internally displaced persons, war-affected populations, stateless persons, as well as veterans and their families at the national, local and individual levels. In 2026, as part of the project, the Fund will monitor the protection of the rights of IDPs and provide free legal assistance to internally displaced persons, stateless persons, veterans and their families in the regions of Ukraine. Odesa, Poltava and Kirovohrad regions. The territory of implementation may change depending on the security situation and the needs of the project.

The main purpose of the work of the Specialist/position on social issues in working with stateless persons is to provide social support to stateless persons, an initial assessment of their needs and assistance in obtaining administrative, social and medical services, as well as referral to appropriate specialists to resolve issues of documentation and access to rights.

Responsibilities and tasks

Specialist/position on social issues for work with stateless persons is responsible for:

• Conducting an initial assessment of the needs of stateless persons who applied to the Fund;
• Providing social assistance to stateless persons: social services of counseling, information, physical support, representation of interests in accordance with needs, as well as case management;
• Assistance in obtaining additional services (medical, social, psychological, legal, provision of temporary shelter, etc.), in particular through referral, if necessary, to relevant general or specialized support services for affected persons and/or other entities;
• Accompanying beneficiaries to state bodiesagencies and institutions (DMS, TsNP, social protection authorities, medical institutions, etc.) to receive relevant services;
• Ensuring the redirection of beneficiaries to the lawyers of the Foundation for obtaining legal assistance regarding documentation, confirmation of citizenship or going through the procedure of recognition as a stateless person;
• Analysis of individual cases of beneficiaries and assistance in finding comprehensive solutions to solve their problems;
• Interaction with authorities local self-government, social services, medical institutions and other organizations to ensure beneficiaries' access to necessary services;
• Ensuring the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of work documentation;
• In case of need to perform other tasks related to project implementation.

Professional requirements

• Higher education in the field of social work, law, psychology, social sciences or related fields.
• Experience in social work, human rights protection or work with vulnerable population groups will be an advantage.
• Understanding the system of providing social and administrative services in Ukraine.
• Experience of interaction with state bodies, local self-government bodies, social services or medical institutions will be an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with vulnerable categories of the population.
• Ability to analyze the individual situations of beneficiaries and contribute to the search for complex solutions.
• Excellent command of the Ukrainian language, both verbally and in writing.
• High level of responsibility, organization and attention to detail.
• Cultural sensitivity, empathy and respect for diversity.
• Availability of a driver's license and own car.
• Readiness for business trips within the region.
• Adherence to the principles of confidentiality, protection of personal data and ethical standards in working with beneficiaries.
• Comply with the Code of Conduct and Fund Policies.

We offer

BF "Right to Defense" offers the successful candidate:

• contract until December 30, 2026 with a possible extension depending on further funding and personal work results;
• opportunity to work with one of the strongest Ukrainian human rights and humanitarian NGOs;
• support and mentoring;
• opportunity for professional growth;
• warm and friendly climate in team;
• work-life balance support.

Application process

Send resume to[email protected] Answers will be sent only to persons who will be selected for an interview. Please do not call further.

Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2026. If suitable candidates are identified ahead of time, PnZ reserves the right to complete the process before this deadline.