WHAT WE DO

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has some 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. Currently, we have over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Water and Habitat Department is seeking a highly capable Administrative Assistant to join our team in Kharkiv. Administrative Assistant helps the team plan and implement engineering projects in line with the ICRC’s water and habitat objectives, under the supervision of the Head of Department. This role is responsible for preparing and organizing documents to ensure they are completed correctly and on time.

Start date: April 2026

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform various office work which requires computer knowledge and secretarial skills
  • Provide general administrative support to the Water and Habitat Team
  • Translate from one or more languages into English, Ukrainian or Russian, and vice versa
  • Contribute to the department reporting in coordination with the Team Leader
  • Prepare the contract package based on the documents provided by the engineers
  • Ensure information flow within the Department / Sub-Delegation
  • Create and maintain paper or electronic files up-to-date, as well as ICRC tools
  • Is aware of the delegation’s objectives and has a good knowledge of the Movement

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

  • A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
  • Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements 
  • Competitive salary between UAH 43,000 and 57,000 (gross) before taxation
  • Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
  • Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
  • 20 days of annual paid leave
  • Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and encourage qualified female and male candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. For more information, visit the website .

ABOUT YOU

To be successful as an Administrative Assistant in the WatHab Department, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics: 

    • Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
    • High school diploma or equivalent training
    • Fluent command of English, Ukrainian and Russian
    • Technical background as an asset
    • Computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite, SharePoint
    • Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
    • Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
    • Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
    • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
    • Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

INTERESTED? YES? THEN APPLY!

To apply, please complete and submit the compulsory ICRC application form. Kindly note that your application will only be considered if it is submitted through the HRspace recruitment module.

To apply on the platform, please locate the "Apply now" button in the top right-hand corner of the vacancy announcement and complete the application form.

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC application form and uploaded your English CV.

Application deadline:  20 March 2026

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process. The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a position at a lower grade, with an adjusted job description or different duration, or to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.
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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.