Global Rights Compliance Seeks Senior Investigator: Remote | Apply by 9 Nov 2026
Overview
Global Rights Compliance is hiring a Senior Investigator to support international criminal investigations and accountability efforts in Ukraine. The role involves providing specialized investigative leadership, enhancing methodologies, and assisting national justice institutions with serious international crimes, focusing particularly on air attacks. The position operates through Mobile Justice Teams that collaborate with local justice bodies, such as the Office of the Prosecutor General and Regional Prosecutor Offices.
Who can apply
Applicants need a minimum of 12 years of relevant investigative experience dealing with war crimes, crimes against humanity, or genocide. Candidates must have significant experience leading large and complex investigations, with a background in investigating air attacks considered a strong advantage. Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory, while knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is desirable. Additional assets include experience in a post-Soviet country or legal system and previous work within a legal team at an international ad hoc tribunal.
Requirements
Candidates must demonstrate practical experience in live prosecutions, national criminal justice systems, international criminal law, and international humanitarian law. Applicants are required to show an ability to handle sensitive investigative information securely, manage complex assignments independently, and work in challenging, fast-changing environments. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and mentoring abilities are necessary to support justice professionals and coordinate with various national and international stakeholders.
How to apply
Interested individuals must submit a CV and a short cover letter in English via the official recruitment portal. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
Key dates
The application deadline is 9 November 2026.
About Global Rights Compliance
Global Rights Compliance (GRC) is a not-for-profit international law foundation specialising in international humanitarian, criminal and human rights law. It works in conflict-affected and high-risk regions, where its lawyers, investigators and development specialists support national and international investigations, prosecutions and transitional justice initiatives. It partners with governments, international institutions, businesses and civil society, and lists vacancies on its website.
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