ABOUT LAW

Founded in 2013, Legal Action Worldwide is an independent non-profit organization comprised of human rights lawyers and jurists, united in our belief that those who have experienced grave human rights violations and international crimes, should receive targeted, survivor-centred, gender-competent, and trauma-informed support to access the justice they deserve.

LAW’s teams work in/on conflict-affected and fragile contexts across 18 countries including South Sudan, Sudan, Tigray, Somalia, Lebanon, Syria, Ukraine, Sri Lanka and Myanmar, combining national and international expertise to provide legal redress to the most vulnerable. LAW undertakes creative accountability strategies, including strategic litigation at national, regional and international levels. In 2024, we secured 206 favourable decisions at national, regional and international courts. Alongside this, we provide technical assistance to strengthen justice institutions to ensure they are equipped to uphold the rule of law and promote accountability.

Our vision: A world where all victims and survivors have access to justice, so that impunity is not a barrier to sustainable peace.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Step into a role where your powerful storytelling and strategic communication skills will amplify the voices of survivors and elevate LAW’s mission. As a key member of the team, you will lead the design and implementation of strategic communications and advocacy initiatives that enhance the visibility of our Ukraine programme. This includes building strong relationships with media and stakeholders, supporting strategic litigation through compelling advocacy outputs, and contributing to high-level national advocacy efforts.

You will work closely with the Programme Manager, Communications Manager, Head of Litigation, and key partners to drive the growth and impact of the Ukraine programme.

MORE ABOUT THIS POSITION

Where: The position will be based in Kyiv. You must have the legal right to work in Ukraine.

Flexible and hybrid work arrangements are available, subject to operational and management’s discretion.

Duration: This position is funded full-time on a 12-month contract. Extension possible subject to funding.

Salary: Competitive salary (based on experience) plus benefits.

The post holder will perform duties in accordance with the responsibilities outlined below:

Strategic Communications

• Design a communications strategy aligned with LAW’s mission and Ukraine programme priorities.

• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and strategic partners.

• Draft and coordinate articles, press releases, media interviews, and press conferences.

• Coordinate with the Communications Manager and Programme Manager to produce high-impact content for digital platforms, press, publications, and events

• Manage social media content calendars and posts across platforms (Twitter/X, Facebook, LinkedIn), including drafting, scheduling, and analysing engagement.

• Coordinate with external consultants (graphic designers, videographers) and prepare specific communication products.

• Ensure LAW’s brand identity is consistently applied across all content and media

Advocacy

• Develop and lead high-level national advocacy strategies, in collaboration with programme and litigation teams.

• Represent LAW at strategic platforms, including UN agencies, donor governments, civil society networks, and policy forums.

• Lead and support the planning and execution of advocacy campaigns, roundtables, and high-level events, including a flagship event on justice or accountability in Ukraine.

• Draft and contribute to advocacy materials including op-eds, policy notes, talking points, newsletters, and case studies.

• Collaborate on the planning and communications of high-profile events and launches in Ukraine

• Support fundraising efforts with compelling content development and drafting articles

Digital Media

• Support the social media strategy to grow our audiences across Twitter and LinkedIn.

• Develop presence in Instagram, creating engaging and visually compelling social media content, including infographics, short videos, and human-interest stories.

• Contribute to LAW’s website, ensuring up-to-date, engaging, and accessible content.

• Collaborate on the planning and communications of high-profile events and launches.

• Support advocacy and fundraising efforts by compelling content development and drafting articles.

ABOUT YOU:

• A bachelor's degree in communications, international relations, human rights, communications, marketing, media relations, or journalism.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in communications, digital media, or social media strategy.

• Experience in journalism is preferred.

• A strong portfolio of impactful content across digital platforms.

• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe tools, and basic video editing.

• Demonstrating experience in photography.

• Track record of using digital marketing tools e.g. Mailchimp.

• Exceptional English and Ukrainian (oral and written), Russian is an added advantage.

• Demonstrated understanding of the law.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.

• Strong demonstrated interest in human rights and experience in international NGO
  preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong technical literacy.

How to apply

Are you passionate about using storytelling to support survivors and drive meaningful impact? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Please click on the link to apply. HR Bamboo Link: Communications and Advocacy Coordinator (Ukraine)

Deadline for Applications – applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To avoid any disappointment please apply early!

At LAW we are strengthened by the diversity of our colleagues reflecting the people and communities that we represent and support. Our team includes many nationalities with diverse professional backgrounds, skills and knowledge. This enables us to deliver and understand the cultural and political contexts on the ground and to tailor our support effectively and appropriately.

🔗 Learn more at: www.legalactionworldwide.org.