National Advocacy and Government Liaison Manager

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a National Advocacy and Government Liaison Manager to lead its advocacy and policy work in Ukraine. Based in Kyiv, the role will analyse legislative developments, build relationships with national and regional authorities, and support programme teams in engaging with public institutions.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse Ukrainian legislative and policy developments affecting humanitarian and early‑recovery programmes, producing briefing notes and internal analysis.
• Conduct stakeholder and political‑economy mapping of government, donor and civil‑society actors to inform IRC’s advocacy strategy.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with ministries, agencies and regional authorities, drafting official correspondence and managing documentation for project registration.
• Support the development and implementation of the country’s advocacy strategy, represent IRC in the NGO advocacy working group and collaborate with partner organisations on joint positions.
• Provide capacity‑building and guidance to IRC staff and partners on government engagement and liaison practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Development Studies, Law, Public Relations or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in advocacy, policy analysis or government‑liaison work, preferably in a humanitarian or NGO context.
• Strong knowledge of Ukrainian government structures, policy‑making processes and engagement protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Ukrainian.
• Demonstrated analytical, research and stakeholder‑mapping abilities.