Protection and Rule of Law Caseworker job opportunity at International Rescue Committee.



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International Rescue Committee Protection and Rule of Law Caseworker
Experience: 1-years
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loacation Dnipro, Ukraine, Ukraine
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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. JOB OVERVIEW The Protection Rule of Law Caseworker will provide direct assistance to individuals at risk, including case management, referrals, and psychosocial support. This role requires fieldwork in affected communities and close coordination with IRC’s protection teams and external service providers. The Caseworker will be responsible for assessing individual needs, ensuring access to protection services, and protection risk mitigation. The The Protection Rule of Law Caseworker will be supervised by the Protection Case Manager/ Protection Case Management Senior Officer (Dnipro) to ensure qualitative and effective case management and will be based in Mykolaiv/Dnipro/Kharkiv and conduct regular field visit trips. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Identify individuals at risk through engagement with local authorities, direct community outreach, referrals from PRoL and other IRC sectors, and participation in Humanitarian Coordination Mechanisms. Conduct protection needs assessments and risk evaluations, and develop case plans in accordance with IRC’s case management SOPs. These SOPs are aligned with international standards and provide detailed, context-specific guidance. Key references include Your Guide to Protection Case Management (IRC/UNHCR) and the Inter-Agency Protection Case Management Standard Operating Procedures for Humanitarian Actors, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and client-centered case management services. Provide client-centered support and regular follow-up to ensure timely and appropriate service delivery. Lobby on behalf of individuals and families to access services and support individuals and families to effectively represent their views, needs and capacities in all meetings affecting them.  Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential documentation of all casework in line with data protection standards. Build and maintain strong working relationships with Organizations for Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in the area of operation, acknowledging their expertise in navigating systems and services for persons with disabilities. Collaborate with OPDs and other community-based structures to ensure inclusive and accessible support for persons with specific needs. Participate in regular case management meetings, technical supervision, and capacity-building sessions. Support service mapping and maintain updated referral pathways to strengthen inter-agency coordination. Engage with local authorities (free legal aid centers, social services, local government etc.) to improve access to protection services. Contribute to IRC’s Protection Monitoring activities by conducting structured interviews at the household level and with key informants, in accordance with established tools and methodologies. Adhere to IRC’s Code of Conduct, safeguarding principles, and protection standards in all interactions with clients and stakeholders. JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor/Degree in Social work, Counseling, Psychology or other related field.   Experience: 1 year of experience working as a caseworker in international organizations, as well as in local and/or national social services. Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Skilled in using CommCare, Primero, and Kobo Language: Bilingual in Ukrainian and Russian and  verbal and writing skills in English desired.  Excellent communication skills  Demonstrated understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients  Positive and professional attitude, including ability to lead and work well in a team setting  High degree of flexibility and strong ability to organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail  Computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel  REPORTING STRUCTURE AND TEAM COLLABORATION Position Reports to:  Protection and Rule of Law Senior Case Management Officer (Dnipro) and Protection and Rule of Law Manager (Mykolaiv,Kharkiv) Internal collaborations within IRC: Specialists from other departments who will be involved in the client work plan External collaborations to IRC: Engage with government and non-government institutions involved in providing assistance to the population, MHPSS organizations and agencies  WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION This role requires office work (approximately 20%) and field work (approximately 80%). This role may require travel to other locations (sub-offices). The organization cares about staff and provides flexible working options (start early-finish early, start later-finish later, remote work)   PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct . Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding , Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients. 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