Introduction Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move. IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates: Internal candidates Candidates from the following IOM Member States that are not represented among staff members in the Professional and higher categories: Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Vanuatu Second tier candidates include: All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM. Organizational Context and Scope IOM Iraq is working alongside the Government of Iraq to support the return, rehabilitation and reintegration of Iraqi nationals coming from Al Hol and Al Roj camps in north east Syria. Since 2021, the Government of Iraq (GoI) has been returning its national from north east Syria, with the returns accelerating since the beginning of 2025. More than 21,500 Iraqis have been returned; upon arrival in Iraq, the returnees spend several months in the Al Amal Rehabilitation Center. IOM supports the return, rehabilitation and reintegration process through its Rehabilitation, Reconciliation & Reintegration programme. This programme brings together Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), social cohesion, tribal engagement, prevention of violent extremism and case management to provide a holistic support to the GoI. Under the overall supervision of the IOM Iraq Chief of Mission (COM), the overall support of the Head, Peace, Recovery, and Solutions Division (PRSD) and direct supervision of the Return & Reintegration Coordinator, the Programme Officer (RRR-Coordination) will support and coordinate the work of the Rehabilitation, Reconciliation & Reintegration team in the Peace, Recovery and Solutions Division, support enhanced coordination across teams and bring together various information streams across the division to develop comprehensive reports and information materials. Support the coordination and day-to-day management of IOM s Rehabilitation, Reconciliation & Reintegration (RRR) and Durable Solutions portfolios, working closely with relevant technical leads across the Peace, Recovery and Solutions Division. Facilitate information exchange and collaboration between sub-units including CCCM, case management, community engagement, social cohesion, tribal engagement, and Prevention of Violent Extremism (PVE) to coordinate a cohesive and timely response to Government of Iraq (GoI) priorities. Consolidate and analyze data, reports and inputs from multiple teams to prepare internal updates, donor briefs, and strategic overviews related to the return and reintegration of Iraqi nationals from north east Syria and solutions pathways for Displacement-Affected Communities. Develop tools, guidance and process documentation that enhance the effectiveness and consistency of programming and coordination across technical teams, including the integration of tracking and monitoring systems across the RRR and Durable Solutions (DS) workstreams. Contribute to planning and follow-up of coordination meetings with government counterparts, UN partners and internal stakeholders. Undertake field visits, as needed, to monitor implementation, identify and address inconsistencies, gather qualitative insights, and feed into programmatic learning and reporting efforts. Perform such oth.er duties as may be assigned.

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master's degree in Peace and Conflict, Law, International Relations, Political or Social Sciences, International Development, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or, University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
• Experience in programme management, implementation and project development;
• Experience in coordination of various projects implemented in parallel and quality assurance of programme implementation;
• Experience in liaising with government authorities and other national/international institutions;
• Experience in emergency settings with in-depth knowledge of IOM/UN programme/project life cycles;
• Experience with UN and International Agencies, international or local Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) preferred; and,
• Work experience in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region is desirable.

Skills

• Knowledge of UN/IOM s regulations, policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of project budgeting and financial management;
• Sound writing, communication and negotiation skills; and,
• Excellent organization skills, analytical and creative thinking.

Languages

• For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of Arabic and another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage.
• Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

• IOM s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values

• - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity : Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency : Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism : Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage : Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy : Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
• Core Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2
• Teamwork : Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results : Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge : Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability : Takes ownership for achieving the Organization s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication : Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
• Managerial Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2
• Leadership : Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others : Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust : Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision : Works strategically to realize the Organization s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility : Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.