UN jobs in Ukraine 🇺🇦

Programme Data and Geospatial Analyst

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

The Programme Data and Geospatial Analyst supports FAO’s Project Office in Ukraine by managing geospatial data and information systems for humanitarian and agricultural recovery programs. The role focuses on integrating Earth Observation data, designing GIS-based workflows for farmer support, and ensuring data security and compliance with GDPR standards. Key responsibilities include analyzing agricultural land conditions, visualizing demining progress, managing landbank data, and coordinating with the ARM Unit for MEAL tracking. The analyst develops interactive GIS products and cartographic materials for donors and management, provides technical guidance to interns, and supports soil pollution monitoring. The position requires strong technical skills in GIS, data governance, and humanitarian data protection, along with the ability to mentor junior staff and liaise with partners. Based in Kyiv, the role is a short-term contract with potential extension, aimed at accelerating productive agricultural recovery in conflict-affected areas.

Field Office Coordinator (Kharkiv)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

The Field Office Coordinator in Kharkiv supports FAO’s emergency humanitarian and resilience programming in conflict-affected Ukraine. Reporting to the Programme Coordinator for Mine Action, the role oversees the field office portfolio, supervises affiliate personnel, and coordinates daily operations, including asset safety and maintenance. Key responsibilities include supporting project proposal development, monitoring field activities against M&E requirements, and liaising with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and civil society. The coordinator prepares analytical and narrative reports, ensures visibility compliance, and enforces security protocols. Frequent travel within Ukraine is required. The ideal candidate possesses a university degree in a relevant field, five years of experience in humanitarian response or agricultural development, and fluency in English and Ukrainian. Nationality is restricted to Ukrainian citizens.

National Consultants to Provide Expert Support on Inclusion and Gender Mainstreaming to EU Accession and Recovery, Kyiv, Ukraine, SSA

UN Women · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

UN Women seeks a National Consultant in Kyiv to provide expert technical support on inclusion and gender mainstreaming for Ukraine's EU accession and post-war recovery processes. The role involves advising the Apparatus of the Government Commissioner on Gender Equality Policy, coordinating with government bodies and civil society, and ensuring alignment of Ukrainian legislation with the EU acquis. Key responsibilities include screening national laws, developing propositions for legislative adaptation, preparing analytical briefs, facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues, and organizing capacity-building trainings. The consultant will submit regular progress reports and work closely with UN Women staff. The ideal candidate possesses advanced knowledge of EU integration frameworks, human rights, and gender equality, with proven experience in legal and policy advisory roles within government or international contexts. This is a partial office-based consultancy based in Kyiv, requiring fluency in English and Ukrainian.

Procurement Associate, NPSA-6, DS- Dnipro/Kharkiv/Mykolaiv, National position

United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

The Procurement Associate supports the Area-Based Recovery (ABR) framework in Ukraine by delivering effective procurement services for reconstruction and resilience projects. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with UN/UNDP regulations, facilitating procurement processes (RFQs, ITBs, RFPs), preparing contracts and purchase orders in Quantum, and managing internal controls. The role involves organizing tender committees, conducting market research, and providing procurement guidance to program teams. The incumbent promotes gender equality, diversity, and a safe workplace. The position requires strong knowledge of contract and supplier management, negotiation skills, and proficiency in office software and automated procurement systems. It is a national position based in Dnipro, Kharkiv, or Mykolaiv, reporting to the Procurement Specialist.

Senior Political Affairs Officer, P5

Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs-Department of Peace Operations-Shared Structure · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

The Senior Political Affairs Officer (P5) leads the DPPA Liaison Office in Kyiv, reporting to the Director of the Europe and Central Asia Division. The role involves providing high-level political analysis on Ukraine and regional security, advising senior UN officials, and managing diplomatic engagement with government, civil society, and international partners. Responsibilities include monitoring conflict dynamics, preparing strategic briefings, coordinating with the UN Country Team, and overseeing the liaison office's programmatic and administrative work. The incumbent manages a multicultural team, coordinates security matters with UNDSS, and represents DPPA at regional events. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in political analysis, conflict resolution, and liaison work in Eastern Europe, with specific expertise on Ukraine. Strong managerial skills, diplomatic acumen, and the ability to operate autonomously in complex environments are essential. The role requires fluency in English and knowledge of UN peace and security mechanisms.

Business Support Assistant SC-4

World Food Programme · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

The Business Support Assistant (SC-4) at the World Food Programme (WFP) Ukraine provides critical administrative support to the Kyiv Country Office, enabling staff to deliver food assistance in a complex humanitarian context. Reporting to the Head of Travel Unit and Head of Management Service, the role serves as the focal point for interaction between WFP staff and local service providers regarding events, maintenance, and repairs. Key responsibilities include managing E-filing and records, coordinating travel arrangements and visa protocols, facilitating vendor registration, and processing routine administrative tasks. The incumbent also performs pre-data analysis to support effective resource management. The ideal candidate possesses at least four years of progressively responsible administrative experience, with educational qualifications offering alternative pathways. Fluency in both English and Ukrainian is mandatory. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including pension and medical insurance, and a hybrid work model with one day of remote work per week. This role is exclusively open to Ukrainian nationals or residents with legal work permits, reflecting WFP's commitment to local capacity building in the region.

Compliance Analyst, NPSA-8, DS-Odesa, National Position

United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇦 Odesa, Ukraine

The Compliance Analyst (NPSA-8) supports the UNDP Ukraine Recovery Programme (URP/URP-III), funded by the European Investment Bank, to ensure transparent and compliant implementation of infrastructure reconstruction projects. The role focuses on monitoring procurement, financial management, and environmental/social standards across sub-projects in war-affected regions. Key responsibilities include ensuring adherence to EIB and UNDP regulations, conducting field site visits, reviewing contracts, and providing technical support for procurement and financial reporting. The incumbent will also facilitate capacity building, share best practices, and identify compliance risks. The position requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of public procurement and finance, and the ability to work in a high-pressure humanitarian context. The ideal candidate is a Ukrainian professional with a Master’s degree or Bachelor’s plus experience, fluent in English and Ukrainian, and experienced in monitoring civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

National Staff Counsellor

International Organization for Migration · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

The National Staff Counsellor provides psychological counselling and psychosocial support to IOM staff and dependents in Ukraine. Responsibilities include conducting one-to-one and group sessions, critical incident stress management, and psychosocial risk assessments. The role involves developing training on stress management and wellbeing, producing psycho-educational materials, and advising management on implementing UN Mental Health and IOM People Strategies. The counsellor coordinates with UN/INGO partners, liaises with local mental health resources for referrals, and maintains data on services provided. The position requires adherence to UNSSCG professional standards and the Code of Ethics for UN Staff Counsellors. The candidate must work under the supervision of the Chief of Mission and Senior Staff Welfare Officer, ensuring confidentiality and professional integrity while supporting staff wellbeing in emergency contexts.

Community Engagement Specialist

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

The Community Engagement Specialist supports FAO’s Mine Action and Land Rehabilitation Programme in Kharkiv, Ukraine, focusing on community mobilization and programmatic communications. The role ensures effective stakeholder engagement by translating complex technical information from agronomists and survey teams into accessible content for farmers and local beneficiaries. Key responsibilities include developing outreach materials (briefs, video scripts, social media), implementing behaviour change communication strategies, and coordinating with the FAO Communications Unit for content production and dissemination. The specialist facilitates community liaison for field surveys, documents feedback to inform adaptive management, and supports the drafting of donor reports. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure in a complex humanitarian context, and familiarity with humanitarian principles. It is a short-term contract role based in Kharkiv, reporting to the Programme Coordinator.

Procurement Officer CST II

World Food Programme · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Procurement Officer CST II for its Ukraine Country Office in Kyiv to support Cash Based Transfer (CBT) interventions amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis. This international consultancy role involves managing contractual arrangements, overseeing the procurement of goods and services, and supervising national staff. The incumbent will deputize for the Head of the Procurement Unit, provide technical advice on procurement field operations, and ensure compliance, efficiency, and value for money. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, leading tendering and contracting processes for moderate-complexity projects, analyzing procurement data, managing vendor relationships (including Financial Service Providers), and ensuring quality assurance through inspection firms. The role also requires capacity building for staff and partners, emergency preparedness, and reporting. The ideal candidate possesses advanced university degrees in relevant fields or a bachelor's degree with extensive experience, mandatory CIPS certification, and at least eight years of professional procurement experience, specifically in contracting FSPs, cost analysis, and CBT coordination within multicultural environments. Fluency in English is required.

Local Agent - Municipal and Regional Development Specialist - Kyiv, Ukraine

European Investment Bank · 🇺🇦 Kiev, Ukraine

MHPSS Capacity Building Specialist

International Organization for Migration · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a MHPSS Capacity Building Specialist on a consultancy basis to support its community-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programme in Ukraine. The role focuses on strengthening the capacity of community actors, service providers, and volunteers through technical guidance and training. Key responsibilities include delivering training on Community-Based MHPSS, Psychological First Aid (PFA), and stress management; conducting qualitative monitoring and assessments (surveys, FGDs, KIIs); and developing psychoeducation materials. The specialist will also support the integration of MHPSS into livelihoods initiatives, particularly for veterans and their families, and contribute to reporting and programme design. The ideal candidate possesses a background in psychology or a related field, with proven experience in research, technical material development, and stakeholder coordination in conflict-affected settings. Strong interpersonal skills, independence, and competence in data collection and basic analysis are essential. Fluency in both Ukrainian and English is mandatory. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to resilience and recovery efforts in a rapidly changing humanitarian context.

National Consultant to Provide Expert Support on inclusion and gender mainstreaming in EU integration, Kyiv, Ukraine, SSA

UN Women · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

UN Women seeks a National Consultant in Kyiv to provide expert technical support on inclusion and gender mainstreaming within Ukraine's EU integration process. The role involves advising the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and the Governmental Office of Coordination on aligning national legislation with the EU Gender Equality acquis. Key responsibilities include screening national laws against EU negotiating chapters, developing propositions for legal revisions, providing policy advice on non-discrimination and gender equality, and preparing analytical briefs and presentations. The consultant will facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues with government, parliament, and civil society, and support capacity-building training. The position requires fluency in English and Ukrainian, a Master's degree (or Bachelor's with two years' experience), and at least one year of relevant professional experience in human rights, gender equality, or public administration. The consultant will work on a partial office-based basis in Kyiv, with no anticipated travel, reporting to a Programme Specialist. The contract covers specific working days with progress reports due through mid-2027.

Communications Associate, NPSA-7, DS - Mykolaiv, National Position

United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

The Communications Associate (NPSA-7) supports the Area-Based Recovery (ABR) project in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, enhancing its visibility and stakeholder engagement through clear, timely, and gender-responsive messaging. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing communication plans, designing targeted campaigns, and producing high-quality content such as press releases, feature stories, and social media updates in English and Ukrainian. The role involves editing project reports, coordinating with production agencies for multimedia content, and maintaining reference libraries. The associate also supports media relations by organizing press conferences, preparing background documents for donor missions, and monitoring media coverage. A critical component is mainstreaming gender equality and promoting a safe, inclusive work environment free from discrimination. The incumbent works under the Communications Specialist and Programme Manager, requiring competencies in digital awareness, client management, knowledge facilitation, and partnerships. The role demands strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, along with proficiency in office software and graphic design tools. The ideal candidate demonstrates adaptability, determination, and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders in a complex humanitarian and recovery context.

National consultant to support measles control in hospital settings, improvement of IPC practices and AMR action plan drafting

World Health Organization · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

The World Health Organization is seeking a National Consultant to support Ukraine in strengthening preparedness for and response to measles outbreaks, with a specific focus on hospital settings. The role involves updating the national measles outbreak preparedness and response plan, improving infection prevention and control (IPC) practices, and drafting the National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) for 2027–2028. Key responsibilities include providing technical expertise to update outbreak approaches, supporting the implementation of IPC/AMR interventions, and enhancing surveillance and prevention capacities within the healthcare system. The consultant will deliver updated technical recommendations, document best practices on IPC and AMR topics, and facilitate stakeholder consultations. The ideal candidate possesses a first university degree in Medicine or Public Health, specialized training in epidemiology, and at least five years of professional experience in hospital epidemiology and IPC, including relevant experience in Ukraine. Strong communication skills, teamwork ability, and proficiency in standard computer applications are essential. Excellent knowledge of Ukrainian is required, while English is desirable. This is a home-based, full-time consultancy for 100 working days, with a target start date of August 5, 2026, and an end date of December 30, 2026. The position requires no travel and offers a total contract value of 18,000 USD.

Expert on CRSV Response and Policy Integration at the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine

United Nations Population Fund · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

This consultancy supports the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine in implementing state policy on preventing and responding to conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) under the UN-Government Framework of Cooperation. The role focuses on strengthening national and subnational coordination, institutionalizing CRSV response capacities, and supporting accountability through reparations legislation. Key responsibilities include providing technical support for legal and policy frameworks, facilitating inter-agency coordination, and developing capacity-building initiatives for social service providers. The consultant will contribute to monitoring, analysis, and reporting on CRSV commitments, while promoting localization by engaging with regional authorities and women-led organizations. The position requires a survivor-centered approach and close collaboration with government entities, UN agencies, and civil society. The consultant will deliver analytical briefs, policy recommendations, methodological guidance, and strategic frameworks to enhance sustainable, community-based support systems. The role is based in Kyiv with a hybrid work modality, running from August 2026 to December 2026.

Senior Programme Associate (Environmental Social Health and Safety (ESHS))

International Organization for Migration · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

The Senior Programme Associate (ESHS) supports the Housing & WASH Unit in developing and implementing Environmental, Social, Health, and Safety Management and Monitoring Plans (ESMMP). Key responsibilities include conducting asbestos surveys and sampling, supporting environmental monitoring campaigns, and performing site inspections to ensure contractor compliance with national HSE and ESMMP requirements. The role involves coordinating community engagement with local authorities and vulnerable groups, managing grievance mechanisms, and facilitating public hearings. The incumbent will assist in drafting technical documentation, such as Terms of Reference and risk assessments, and provide training to staff and contractors. The candidate must liaise with governmental authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs, while adhering to IOM policies including PSEA. The position requires strong analytical skills for report writing and data analysis, as well as the ability to work within an international team in a multi-cultural setting. The role is based in Ukraine, requiring fluency in English and Ukrainian, and focuses on sustainable project implementation and stakeholder coordination.

Principal Situation Coordinator P5

World Food Programme · 🇺🇦 Dnipro, Ukraine

The Principal Situation Coordinator (P5) leads WFP’s humanitarian engagement and emergency response coordination in Ukraine, reporting to the Country Director. The role bridges the gap between senior management in Kyiv and frontline operations, particularly near conflict zones. Key responsibilities include overseeing emergency coordination, leading UN ceasefire preparation and response, and managing civil-military coordination with Ukrainian Regional Military Administrations to ensure humanitarian access. The incumbent must navigate complex conflict dynamics, including UAV warfare, to safeguard staff and assets. The position requires representing WFP in humanitarian coordination groups, advising on operational strategies, and ensuring coherent, integrated emergency preparedness. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in crisis environments, proven leadership of large teams, and deep understanding of Ukraine’s specific conflict context. This role is critical for maintaining WFP’s ability to deliver food and cash assistance to displaced populations and those affected by the war, requiring high-level negotiation skills and strategic operational planning.

Unit Lead (Disability and Rehabilitation)

World Health Organization · 🇺🇦 Ukraine

The Unit Lead for Disability and Rehabilitation leads the WHO Ukraine Country Office's Rehabilitation and Disability Unit, implementing a 5-year strategy focused on rehabilitation, assistive technologies, long-term care, and disability inclusion. The role provides technical support to the Government of Ukraine to improve health outcomes for people with impairments, strengthening rehabilitation services, assistive device access, and disability inclusion policies. Key responsibilities include coordinating the Rehabilitation Working Group, mapping service gaps, improving trauma referral pathways, and supporting the provision of essential equipment. The incumbent also supports the UN Disability Task Team, influences national policy development, and contributes to evidence-based data on disability. The position requires leading a team, managing consultants, developing project proposals, and mobilizing resources. The ideal candidate possesses expert knowledge of rehabilitation and assistive technology, strong public health understanding, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, emergency-affected environment. The role emphasizes emotional intelligence, teamwork, and effective communication to foster an inclusive and empowering work environment while adhering to WHO's ethical standards and values.

Compliance Analyst, NPSA-8, DS-Odesa, National Position

United Nations Development Programme · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine

The Compliance Analyst (NPSA-8) supports the UNDP Ukraine Recovery Programme (URP/URP-III), funded by the European Investment Bank, to ensure transparent and compliant implementation of infrastructure reconstruction projects. The role focuses on monitoring procurement, financial management, and environmental/social standards across sub-projects in war-affected regions. Key responsibilities include ensuring adherence to EIB and UNDP regulations, conducting field site visits, reviewing contracts, and providing technical support for procurement and financial reporting. The incumbent will also facilitate capacity building, share best practices, and identify compliance risks. The position requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of public procurement and finance, and the ability to work in a high-pressure humanitarian context. The ideal candidate is a Ukrainian professional with a Master’s degree or Bachelor’s plus experience, fluent in English and Ukrainian, and experienced in monitoring civil engineering or infrastructure projects.