Paralegal (Part Time)

Nova Ukraine; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Ukraine is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to support legal and compliance activities. This position involves assisting with contract reviews, maintaining filing systems, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Ideal candidates will have a legal background, bilingual abilities, and experience in nonprofit contexts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or compliance role.
• Familiarity with U.S. nonprofit law, contracts, and data protection standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts and grant agreements.
• Support compliance with data protection and privacy requirements.
• Maintain digital filing systems for legal documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Fluency in Ukrainian

Professional level of English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Basic document management tools

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented, mission-driven Paralegal to support our legal and compliance activities. The Paralegal will assist with contract review, data protection documentation, record-keeping, and support the onboarding of local and international partners. This is a great opportunity for someone with a legal background looking to contribute their skills to impactful international work.

Why work with us?

Make a Global Impact: Your support will have a real impact on the lives of many people and will help bring Ukraine closer to victory.
Professional Growth Opportunities: Working in the dynamic environment of one of the largest charitable foundations, you will gain valuable experience and opportunities to develop your professional skills.
Collaboration within a friendly and mission-driven international team.

We will be happy to receive your CV together with a cover letter and financial expectations and consider your candidacy. Your personal contribution will make a huge difference in achieving our goals and mission. Join us to change the world for the better together.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; paralegal certification preferred.
2+ years of experience in a paralegal, legal assistant, or compliance role, preferably in a nonprofit, government, or grant-funded organization.
Fluency in Ukrainian and Professional level of English.
Familiarity with U.S. nonprofit law, contracts, and data protection standards.
Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and basic document management tools.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, grant agreements, and NDAs.
Support compliance with data protection and privacy requirements (Ukraine, U.S. laws).
Maintain and manage digital filing systems for legal and donor documentation.
Coordinate with internal program teams and external partners to gather and review documentation.
Conduct legal research and summarize findings related to nonprofit operations, employment, or international compliance.
Track contract deadlines, renewals, and reporting obligations.
Prepare templates for consent forms, waivers, and basic legal correspondence.
Support the Legal and Finance teams in audit preparation and reporting.

Would be a plus

Would be a plus:

Experience with international grantmaking or cross-border compliance.
Knowledge of Ukrainian legal context
Prior experience supporting donor-funded projects (e.g., USAID, IREX, Tetra Tech, etc.)

Work conditions

Terms of cooperation:

Paid / Part-time position (4 hours per day).
Remote work (U.S.-based preferred).