Junior specialist, specialist in the emergency humanitarian response program in Danish Refugee Council / Danska Rada u spravah bizhenciv v Ukrayini

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is an international non-governmental organization that promotes and supports long-term solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide. 

DRB is currently looking for a highly qualified Junior specialist, a specialist in the emergency humanitarian response program, to join the team in Kharkiv covering the activities of DRB in the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions.

General purpose of the role

Under the technical and day-to-day guidance of the Emergency Humanitarian Response Program Manager, provide support in the planning and implementation of activities to provide emergency aid (cash aid, non-food kits, winter support), ensuring efficiency and adherence to work plans. The position involves the performance of tasks under supervision and facilitates the effective implementation of programs by participating in field trips, data collection, registration of beneficiaries, organization of distributions and maintenance of documentation. The Junior Humanitarian Emergency Response Specialist also supports the interaction with communities, local service providers and internal units of the organization to ensure proper coordination and diversion of beneficiaries, following the procedures and standards of the organization.

Your main responsibilities in the position will be: 

Programming and implementation:

• Execute tasks, related to the planning and implementation of emergency relief activities (cash assistance, non-food kits, winter support), ensuring efficiency and adherence to work plans.
• Participate in needs assessment, beneficiary registration and field trips in communities and compact settlements.
• Prepare and maintain documentation packages for payments and distributions to beneficiaries, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Participate in program activities in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions, including field operations, monitoring and implementation support.

Coordination and interaction with communities:

• Maintain interaction with community representatives, key informants and beneficiaries to strengthen the community-based approach of DRB.
• Coordinate activities with other DRB units to facilitate referrals and information sharing.
• Facilitate collaboration with local service providers and partners during field activities.

Data and documentation:

• Collect and analyze beneficiary data to support community-based programs evidence.
• Ensure proper archiving, secure storage and confidentiality of beneficiary data.
• Keep trackers of distributions, stock balances and inventory levels, report regularly to the Emergency Humanitarian Response Program Manager.

Logistics and support in the field:

• Assist in preparing for field trips and executing relocation plans in cooperation with the Program Manageremergency humanitarian response.
• Support the safe handling and distribution of non-food kits, ensuring accountability for stocks and assets.
• Contribute to the organization of distributions and the maintenance of appropriate documentation.  

About you:

To be successful in this position, we expect you to have at least1yearic relevant practical experience in the relevant field, working in an NGO. In addition, we also expect you to:

Obov’required

• A relevant higher education degree (eg political science, international development or economics) or an equivalent professional qualification. 
• Experience working in accordance with standard procedures and guidelines.
• Field / field experience.
• Excellent MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Fluency in Ukrainian.

Desirable

• Proficiency in English at an advanced level. 

Salary and conditions in accordance with the Conditions of employment of national staff of the Danish Refugee Council in Ukraine.

Application process applications: 

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated resume (no more than four pages in English). 

Applications sent by email will not be considered. 

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Application deadline:April 1 2026  

Please note that the selection of candidates will be conducted on a rolling basis. DRB reserves the right to select a candidate before the vacancy closing date as soon as a suitable candidate is identified candidate. 

If you have any questions or problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.
  
Danish The Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants for employment are considered regardless of race, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other factor. At DRB, we celebrate and value diversity our employees for who they are and their unique skills, experience and perspective.We invite all interested candidates to apply!