Subnational Technical and Liaison Officer

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Subnational Technical and Liaison Officer to support Protection Cluster coordination in southern Ukraine. The role provides analytical, liaison and technical assistance to ensure that national protection priorities are translated into effective sub‑national actions.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organize and facilitate monthly sub‑national Protection Cluster meetings and ad‑hoc technical consultations.
• Adapt national protection strategies, standards and guidance to the sub‑national context and monitor follow‑up on agreed actions.
• Convert strategic priorities and Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP) objectives into concrete sub‑national action plans and partner commitments.
• Maintain timely information sharing with partners on relevant developments.
• Build and sustain working relationships with local authorities, NGOs, UN agencies, regional Ombudsman representatives and other stakeholders.
• Represent the Protection Cluster in inter‑agency fora, OCHA coordination platforms and other humanitarian decision‑making bodies.

Required profile

• Ukrainian national (female candidates highly encouraged).
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to work under the guidance of the Sub‑National Protection Cluster Coordinator.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills for multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and protection of vulnerable populations.

Required skills