Olga

Olga Kapatsyn

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ABOUT MYSELF

Legal professional and licensed attorney with expertise in legal analysis, regulatory compliance, and access to
justice, combining litigation experience with humanitarian legal programming. Over 3 years of experience with
the Norwegian Refugee Council supporting conflict-affected populations through legal counselling, protection
assessments, and cooperation with public authorities. Skilled in legal research, policy analysis, drafting legal
documents, and supporting institutional compliance with national legislation. Experienced in working with
government stakeholders and translating legal frameworks into practical guidance for institutions and
communities.

WORK EXPERIENCE

27/10/2023 - CURRENT - KYIV, CHERNIHIV, SHOSTKA, KONOTOP , UKRAINE
CAPACITY BUILDING TECHNICAL OFFICER NORWEGIAN REFFUGEE COUNCIL

• Coordinated and delivered trainings, workshops, and roundtables, including a roundtable on
reconstruction issues, fostering knowledge sharing among local authorities, CSOs, and service providers.
• Provided operational support and coordination to project participants, ensuring compliance with NRC
standards.
• Drafted analytical notes, briefing materials, and reports in Ukrainian and English for inter-agency
coordination and donor reporting.
• Conducted field assessments in war-affected areas to inform reconstruction programming.
• Managed the workflow of NRC Legal Aid Clinic, ensuring timely legal assistance to communities.
Represented NRC in multi-stakeholder coordination meetings, promoting transparency and alignment
with humanitarian standards.

16/12/2022 - 30/06/2023 - KYIV, KYIVSKYI REGION, UKRAINE
PROJECT COORDINATOR MIYAMOTO INTERNATIONAL UKRAINE

• Managed post-war reconstruction projects for housing, schools, and infrastructure, overseeing project
cycles, risk management, and progress monitoring.
• Led a team of engineers and administrative staff, ensuring efficient project execution and high-quality
results.
• Coordinated local authorities, project teams, and service providers, ensuring compliance with regulatory
requirements and donor standards.
• Drafted and reviewed contracts, agreements, and MoUs in line with Ukrainian law.
• Provided legal support for the registration and operations of Miyamoto Relief Ukraine Charitable
Foundation.

16/02/2018 - 15/12/2022 - KYIV, UKRAINE
JUDGE ASSISTANT KYIV DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE COURT

• Prepared draft court decisions, analytical notes, and reports for cases related to government actions,
public administration, and civil service.
• Conducted open lectures and workshops for law students, promoting understanding of judicial processes
and pro bono legal services.
• Coordinated internal processes, ensuring compliance with procedural codes and maintaining accurate
 records of judicial outcomes.

25/09/2014 - 15/02/2018 - KYIV, UKRAINE
PRESS SECRETARY KYIV CITY COMMERCIAL COURT

• Organized and facilitated judicial forums and events to promote transparency and public access to court
processes.
• Developed and implemented court transparency strategies and public information regulations.
• Collaborated with the Ministry of Justice in preparing materials for submission to the European Court of
Human Rights.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

17/02/2025 - 21/02/2025 - INSBRUK, AUSTRIA
ACTIVE PARTICIPANT IN THE CONFERENCE- AURORA INTERNATIONAL PEACE CONFERENCE
Field(s) of study:International humanitarian law and peace

06/11/2024 - 08/11/2024 - AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
SPEAKER ACTIVE PARTICIPANT IN THE TRAINING COMPENSATIONS FOR SURVIVORS OF
AGGRESION IN UKRAINE- AMSTERDAM LAW HUB
Field(s) of study:Compensation mechanism

29/05/2020 - Current - KYIV, UKRAINE
ATTORNEY - UKRAINIAN BAR ASSOCIATION

20/09/2021 - 24/09/2021 - HAAGE , NETHERLANDS
PARTICIPANT IN AN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTIONAL STUDY VISIT - INTERNATIONAL COURT OF
JUSTICE

01/09/2010 - 30/06/2016 - KYIV, UKRAINE
MASTER OF LAW, JUNIOR RESEARCHER- KYIV NATIONAL UNIVERSITY NAMED AFTER TARAS
SHEVCHENKO
Field(s) of study:Business, administration and law

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Mother tongue(s): UKRAINIAN

UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING

Listening Reading Spoken production Spoken interaction

ENGLISH B2 B2 B2 B2 B2

FRENCH A1 A1 A1 A1 A1

SKILLS

Good comunication skills | Project Management | Event & Workshop Coordination: | Stakeholder Engagement

Technical skills
Mentoring and Leadership Skills | Critical reasoning skills | Time Management, Attentiveness, Problem solving,
Effective communication skills | Multitasking, ability to work under pressure | Analytical and able to produce
accurate work results

SUMMARY

Professional Summary

Human Rights Lawyer and Protection Expert with 10+ years of experience leading multi-stakeholder initiatives,
coordinating post-conflict reconstruction programs, and supporting local governance. Working in
reconstruction since 2022, I have demonstrated expertise in event management, reporting, capacity-building,
and legal support. Committed to citizen-oriented, transparent, and rights-based approaches in reconstruction
and development projects.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Competencies

Legal & regulatory analysis
Legislative and policy review
Drafting legal briefs and analytical reports
Institutional governance and compliance
Stakeholder consultation and coordination with authorities
Legal guidance and advisory services
Regulatory framework analysis
Public sector legal cooperation