وظائف أمين صندوق - امين خزينه في العراق

<p>The Operations Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day functioning of our healthcare services. This role acts as the central link between clinical staff, administrative departments, patients, and external partners. The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses a strong understanding of healthcare compliance, and is dedicated to optimizing workflows to support high-quality patient care.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Operational Support &amp; Workflow Management:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Coordinate daily administrative and operational activities to ensure departmental efficiency and compliance with healthcare regulations.</p><p>· Monitor and manage schedules for clinical staff, appointments, or patient visits to optimize resource utilization.</p><p>· Identify bottlenecks in current processes and assist in implementing streamlined workflows.</p><p>· Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams regarding operational issues, troubleshooting problems as they arise.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Compliance &amp; Quality Assurance:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Ensure all operations adhere to healthcare regulations, including HIPAA (privacy and security rules), OSHA standards, and other relevant state/federal guidelines.</p><p>· Assist in preparing for audits, surveys, and inspections by maintaining organized and accurate records.</p><p>· Support the implementation of quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and service delivery.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Communication &amp; Coordination:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Liaise between clinical staff (nurses, doctors, therapists), administrative teams, and external facilities (hospitals, labs, pharmacies) to ensure continuity of care.</p><p>· Facilitate effective communication regarding patient updates, supply needs, or operational changes.</p><p>· Assist with patient intake and discharge processes, ensuring all necessary documentation is complete and accurate.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Data Management &amp; Reporting:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Maintain and update internal databases, electronic health records (EHR), and patient management systems.</p><p>· Generate regular reports on operational metrics, such as patient volume, staff productivity, or supply inventory, for management review.</p><p>· Track and order medical or office supplies, ensuring inventory levels are maintained without excess.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Patient &amp; Client Relations:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Address patient or family inquiries regarding services, schedules, or administrative matters with empathy and professionalism.</p><p>· Resolve minor complaints or issues, escalating complex cases to management when necessary.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Qualifications</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Education:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.</p><p>· Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Experience:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in an administrative or operational coordination role, preferably within a healthcare setting (hospital, clinic, home health agency, or insurance company).</p><p>· Experience working with Electronic Health Records (EHR) or practice management software is highly desirable.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Skills &amp; Competencies:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Healthcare Knowledge: Familiarity with medical terminology, HIPAA compliance, and clinical workflows.</p><p>· Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>· Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clinicians, patients, and executives.</p><p>· Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and database management.</p><p>· Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and resolve operational issues quickly and calmly.</p><p>· Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data entry, documentation, and record-keeping.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Working Conditions</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Standard office environment, potentially within a clinical setting.</p><p>· May require occasional travel between facilities or sites.</p><p>· Interaction with patients and family members who may be under physical or emotional stress.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Physical Requirements</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</p><p>· Must be able to lift up to [e.g., 15-20 pounds] occasionally (e.g., office supplies, medical equipment boxes).</p>

<div><span style="font-size: 11px;">We will give special consideration to applications that, on top of relevant experience on the above technical areas, can demonstrate some or all following assets:</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Experience working in Iraq and/or knowledge of the current political context in Iraq.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Experience working with senior levels of government to provide advice and expertise on the reform of policies, procedures and structures.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Experience designing and providing training, mentoring and/or expert capacity-building to senior government officials.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Relevant experience within the British Government in at least one of the technical areas mentioned above.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Experience working on an FCDO-funded project overseas and/or on a technical assistance facility/fund.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">A deep understanding of UK policy priorities on the technical areas mentioned and knowledge of relevant international networks, best practices and policies to which TAFFI could contribute.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Cross-cutting expertise or knowledge of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) within an FCDO programme.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Arabic language skills are desirable but not a requirement.</span></div><ul> </ul>

<p><strong>Company overview:</strong> <br>Pentabell is seeking a skilled Project Accountant for one of its clients. The candidate will manage project-specific financial operations, cost control, site cash flows, subcontractor invoicing, and local regulatory compliance across project sites in Baghdad and various governorates (Mohafadhat).<br> <br> <strong>Position:</strong> <br>Project Accountant<br> <br> <strong>Summary:</strong> <br>We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Accountant with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in the construction or field services sector in Iraq. The candidate will manage project-specific financial operations, cost control, site cash flows, subcontractor invoicing, and local regulatory compliance across project sites in Baghdad and various governorates (Mohafadhat).<br> <br> <strong>Responsibilities:</strong> <br> Maintain accurate project ledger accounts and track expenditure against approved project budgets.<br> Monitor site expenses, petty cash funds, and field cash advances for construction and service operations across different governorates.<br> Review, verify, and process subcontractor invoices, progress claims, and supplier payments against project milestones.<br> Prepare monthly client invoicing based on completed project milestones, bill of quantities (BOQ), and service delivery sheets.<br> Process monthly local site staff payroll, site allowances, and per diems in coordination with HR and site supervisors.<br> </p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong> <br> Bachelor s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline<br> Minimum 3 years of accounting experience specifically within the construction, EPC, or industrial services sector in Iraq<br> Strong skills in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks)<br> Advanced proficiency in MS Excel<br> Solid understanding of Iraqi tax regulations, labor/social security laws, and local commercial banking practices<br></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p><span>Iraq is recognized as one of the most affected countries by the harmful effects of climate change. Iraq ratified the Paris Agreement on January 14, 2021. In October 2021, the Government of Iraq (GoI) signed their first National Determined Contribution (NDC), which has been presented at the COP26. The Government of Iraq has requested UNDP support in implementation of the NDC, including through capacity development, advisory for sectoral planning and formulation of related strategies, frameworks, and instruments.&nbsp;</span></p><br> <p><span>UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP's policy work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office levels offers a spectrum of deep local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. UNDP invests in the Global Policy Network (GPN), a network of field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains in support of the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in UNDP's Strategic Plan.</span></p><br> <p><span>UNDP is an accredited Implementing Agency for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Trust Fund and the family of funds such as the Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF), the Special Climate Change Fund (SCCF), and the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBBF). As an Implementing Agency, UNDP offers countries highly specialized services for eligibility assessment, project formulation and due diligence, co-financing mobilization, implementation oversight, results management and evaluation, and knowledge management.</span></p><br> <p><span>Iraq faces significant environmental and public health risks associated with persistent organic pollutants (POPs), hazardous chemicals, obsolete pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), unintentional POPs (UPOPs), industrial POPs (IPOPs), and chemically contaminated sites. Previous assessments identified substantial quantities of obsolete pesticides and potentially PCB-contaminated electrical equipment and highlighted significant technical and institutional capacity gaps in chemicals and contaminated-sites management.</span></p><br> <p><span>The Government of Iraq is a Party to major international chemicals and waste conventions, including the Stockholm, Basel, Rotterdam and Minamata Conventions. Iraq has previously developed a National Implementation Plan (NIP) under the Stockholm Convention; however, the existing NIP requires updating to reflect newly listed POPs, improved inventories, updated risk information, institutional developments and current national priorities.</span></p><br> <p><span>The Integrated Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and Chemical Hotspots Management Project, therefore adopts an integrated approach combining:</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>strengthening the national framework for POPs and hazardous chemicals management;</span></li> <li><span>updating the national POPs inventories and National Implementation Plan;</span></li> <li><span>strengthening laboratory, inspection, monitoring and institutional capacities;</span></li> <li><span>environmentally sound management and disposal of obsolete pesticides;</span></li> <li><span>management and disposal/phase-out of PCB-contaminated equipment, oils and waste; and</span></li> <li><span>assessment and remediation planning for priority chemical pollution hotspots</span></li> </ul> <p><span>The project comprises three components. Component 1 focuses on improved management of POPs and hazardous chemicals; Component 2 focuses on high-risk POPs in the agriculture and power sectors; and Component 3 addresses chemical pollution hotspots and contaminated sites.</span></p><br> <p><span>Implementation will require extensive technical assistance, consultancy services, procurement of laboratory and field equipment, hazardous waste management services, capacity building, site assessments, remediation planning and policy/regulatory development.</span></p><br> <p><span><strong>Scope of Work&nbsp;</strong></span></p><br> <p><span><strong>LEAD ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS COMPLIANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT&nbsp;</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Lead and coordinate implementation of the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), the project Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP), applicable Environmental and Social Standards, UNDP Social and Environmental Standards, and relevant national environmental, occupational health and safety, labour and stakeholder-engagement requirements.</span></li> <li><span>Establish and maintain a project-level environmental and social safeguards compliance and assurance system covering technical studies, field investigations, sampling, laboratory activities, procurement, transport, temporary storage, treatment, disposal, contaminated-site work and contractor operations.</span></li> <li><span>Review project activities and procurement packages for environmental and social risks and advise the Project Manager and UNDP on the safeguards instruments, mitigation measures, monitoring requirements and contractual provisions required before implementation.</span></li> <li><span>Review and provide technical clearance/advice on Environmental and Social Management Plans, site-specific management plans, occupational health and safety plans, waste-management plans, emergency preparedness and response arrangements, stakeholder-engagement measures, labour-management measures and other safeguards instruments required under the ESCP/ESF.</span></li> <li><span>Ensure that safeguards requirements are adequately incorporated into Terms of Reference, technical specifications, bidding documents, contracts, contractor method statements and implementation plans.</span></li> <li><span>Undertake or coordinate safeguards monitoring of consultants, contractors, laboratories, hazardous-waste operators and field activities; identify non-compliance and recommend corrective and preventive actions, including escalation of material risks to UNDP management.</span></li> <li><span>Provide safeguards oversight for handling, packaging, temporary storage, transport, treatment and disposal of obsolete pesticides, PCB-contaminated equipment/oils and other hazardous wastes, including worker and community health and safety and emergency-response considerations.</span></li> <li><span>Ensure appropriate environmental and social due diligence for chemical hotspot investigations and remediation planning, including community exposure pathways, vulnerable groups, land/access implications, occupational risks and stakeholder consultation.</span></li> <li><span>Support incident and accident reporting, root-cause review, corrective-action tracking and safeguards reporting to UNDP, the Ministry of Environment and the World Bank, as applicable.</span></li> <li><span>Maintain safeguards records and prepare periodic safeguards compliance notes/reports, including status of ESCP commitments, material risks, corrective actions and outstanding issues.</span></li> <li><span>Provide technical guidance and capacity development to the PMU, government counterparts, consultants and contractors on ESF/ESCP, UNDP safeguards, hazardous-chemicals risk management and good international industry practice.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>ESTABLISH AND </strong></span><span><strong>LEAD</strong></span><span><strong> THE PROJECT TECHNICAL QUALITY ASSURANCE SYSTEM.</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Establish and maintain a systematic, risk-based technical quality assurance framework covering all project components, with defined review gates, technical acceptance criteria, peer-review requirements, corrective-action tracking and documentation of technical clearances.</span></li> <li><span>Review and advise on the technical adequacy of major Terms of Reference, scopes of work, technical specifications, sampling and analytical protocols, technical designs, bidding documents and evaluation criteria before procurement or implementation.</span></li> <li><span>Review consultants’ and contractors’ inception reports, methodologies, work plans, sampling plans, QA/QC plans, draft and final technical reports, feasibility studies, remediation designs, disposal/treatment proposals, laboratory methodologies, monitoring plans and technical training materials.</span></li> <li><span>Validate the scientific and technical soundness, internal consistency, traceability and fitness-for-purpose of technical data, assumptions, findings, conclusions and recommendations against project requirements, international standards and relevant convention guidance.</span></li> <li><span>Verify achievement of key technical milestones and advise the Project Manager on acceptance, conditional acceptance, revision or rejection of technical deliverables, without replacing the formal procurement/contract approval authorities.</span></li> <li><span>Provide written technical review notes and recommendations for corrective action where technical gaps, methodological weaknesses, data-quality concerns, safeguards risks or implementation deficiencies are identified.</span></li> <li><span>Support technical evaluation of specialized environmental procurement when requested, including assessment of technical methodologies, equipment specifications, laboratory capability, contractor qualifications and proposed treatment/disposal technologies.</span></li> <li><span>Promote harmonized methodologies, sampling protocols, laboratory procedures, QA/QC systems and environmental assessment approaches so that Component 3 technical systems can support subsequent implementation of Components 1 and 2.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT AND QUALITY ASSURANCE OF POPS, HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS, &nbsp;PCBs AND OBSOLETE PESTICIDES&nbsp;</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Provide senior technical review of national inventories and assessments of industrial POPs (iPOPs), unintentionally produced POPs (uPOPs), POPs pesticides, obsolete pesticides, newly listed POPs and other priority hazardous chemicals.</span></li> <li><span>Assess whether inventory methodologies, data sources, sampling strategies, analytical methods, laboratory QA/QC and data-management systems are consistent with Stockholm Convention guidance and internationally accepted practice.</span></li> <li><span>Review characterization, classification and prioritization of POPs stocks, waste streams, contaminated materials and exposure pathways, and ensure that inventory findings are appropriately reflected in risk-reduction measures, management plans and the updated National Implementation Plan (NIP).</span></li> <li><span>Provide technical quality assurance for the updated NIP, including validation of inventory findings, prioritization, action plans, resource requirements, risk-reduction measures and consistency with Iraq’s obligations under the Stockholm Convention.</span></li> <li><span>Review uPOPs assessments and application of the UNEP Toolkit, including source identification, emission estimation, prioritization and proposed Best Available Techniques/Best Environmental Practices (BAT/BEP).</span></li> <li><span>Provide technical oversight and independent review of the PCB inventory, including sampling and testing strategies for transformers, capacitors, oils and associated contaminated materials; classification and risk categorization; and prioritization for phase-out, treatment and disposal.</span></li> <li><span>Review and validate PCB management and phase-out plans and provide technical advice on decontamination, treatment, destruction and disposal options, including proposed mobile or fixed treatment technologies where applicable.</span></li> <li><span>Review technical arrangements for PCB collection, draining, packaging, labelling, temporary storage, transport, treatment and final disposal, ensuring cradle-to-grave tracking and adequate documentation.</span></li> <li><span>Provide technical review of obsolete pesticide stockpile assessments, site characterization, sampling and analytical results, risk assessments and proposed management/disposal strategies.</span></li> <li><span>Assess the technical and environmental suitability of packaging, containment, temporary storage, transportation, treatment and disposal options, including in-country and transboundary disposal arrangements.</span></li> <li><span>Review qualifications, methodologies and performance of specialized hazardous-waste contractors from a technical and safeguards perspective and verify disposal/destruction documentation and certificates.</span></li> <li><span>Ensure technical consistency with Stockholm Convention and Basel Convention requirements, applicable national requirements, the World Bank ESF and recognized international hazardous-waste management practices.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>TECHNICAL&nbsp;ASSESSMENT AND QUALITY ASSURANCE OF CHEMICAL HOTSPOTS AND CONTAMINATED SITES&nbsp;</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Provide senior technical oversight and independent review of national hotspot identification and prioritization and detailed assessment of priority chemical contamination sites.</span></li> <li><span>Review conceptual site models, investigation designs, sampling plans, laboratory analytical programmes, data-quality objectives, hydrogeological assessments and contaminant fate-and-transport analyses.</span></li> <li><span>Review human health and ecological risk assessments, including exposure pathways, receptors, uncertainty analysis and risk-based prioritization.</span></li> <li><span>Assess remediation feasibility studies and site-specific remediation plans for technical feasibility, environmental and social soundness, proportionality to risk, implementability and long-term monitoring requirements.</span></li> <li><span>Advise on remediation objectives, cleanup criteria/standards, verification requirements, institutional controls and post-remediation monitoring.</span></li> <li><span>Provide technical guidance for the National Programme on Contaminated Sites Management, including site screening, risk classification, investigation, remediation decision-making, technical standards, GIS/database requirements and long-term monitoring.</span></li> <li><span>Ensure that contaminated-site assessments and remediation plans adequately address POPs and other hazardous chemical contamination and are consistent with the national information-management system being developed under Component 3.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>LABORATORY, SAMPLING AND DATA QUALITY ASSURANCE</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Review laboratory modernization plans, analytical equipment specifications, installation/commissioning arrangements, calibration requirements, certified reference materials, QA/QC procedures and operation and maintenance provisions.</span></li> <li><span>Review and promote fit-for-purpose sampling, chain-of-custody, sample preservation, laboratory analytical and data-validation procedures for POPs, PCBs and chemical hotspot investigations.</span></li> <li><span>Assess laboratory and field-monitoring performance, including detection limits, calibration, proficiency, blanks/duplicates, data validation and documentation, and recommend corrective measures where data quality is insufficient.</span></li> <li><span>Ensure traceability of technical evidence from field sampling and laboratory analysis through risk assessment, inventory development, remediation/disposal decisions and reporting.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>TECHNICAL MONITORING, VERIFICATION AND ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT AND CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT, KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER AND STRATEGIC TECHNICAL ADVICE</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Conduct periodic technical and safeguards implementation reviews across the project portfolio and provide concise assurance reports to UNDP management and the Project Manager on technical quality, compliance, emerging risks and required corrective actions.</span></li> <li><span>Support verification of contractor and consultant performance against approved methodologies, technical specifications, safeguards obligations, deliverables and key milestones.</span></li> <li><span>Contribute to technical review of project progress reports, Steering Committee documentation, World Bank missions and implementation-support reviews, focusing on technical quality and environmental/social compliance.</span></li> <li><span>Maintain technical issues and corrective-actions register and follow up on closure of significant findings.</span></li> <li><span>Apply adaptive management by identifying emerging technical, safeguards and implementation risks and recommending proportionate adjustments that preserve the approved project scope and contractual requirements.</span></li> <li><span>Provide targeted technical mentoring and on-the-job support to the PMU, Ministry of Environment and relevant national institutions on safeguards, POPs/PCB management, contaminated-site assessment, remediation planning, hazardous-waste management, laboratory QA/QC and technical review.</span></li> <li><span>Review technical manuals, standard operating procedures, guidance notes and training materials to ensure scientific accuracy, safeguards integration and consistency across project components.</span></li> <li><span>Support technical consultations, validation workshops and coordination with the Ministry of Environment, relevant ministries, laboratories, academia, technical institutions, the World Bank, GEF and specialized service providers.</span></li> <li><span>Document lessons learned and technical recommendations that strengthen sustainable national systems for POPs, hazardous chemicals and contaminated-site management beyond the project period.</span></li> <li><span>Provide substantive advice and technical support to the development and implementation of a capacity development/ learning plan on thematic area of the project for Country Office and participate in global/regional learning initiatives.</span></li> <li><span>Keep abreast of the developments in the thematic area of the project and provide guidance on how to incorporate them into UNDP’s current and future programming in the relevant sector. Provide technical guidance and quality assurance to content development for knowledge products.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>BUILD STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AND SUPPORT RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND ACHIEVEMENT OF STRATEGIC RESULTS.&nbsp;</strong></span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Maintain strategic relationships with UNDP partners, Government institutions, donors, development partners, civil society, a</span></li></ul> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Tiered Approach</strong></p><br> <p>In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:</p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Tier 0</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.</li> <li><strong>Tier 1</strong>: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments</li> <li><strong>Tier 2</strong>: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers</li> <li><strong>Tier 3 or no tier indicated</strong>: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates</li> </ul> <p>Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.</p><br> <p><strong>Background</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>UNDP is the leading United Nations organization in fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. Learn more at&nbsp;undp.org&nbsp;or follow at @UNDP&nbsp;</p><br> <p>Iraq is recognized as one of the most affected countries by the harmful effects of climate change. Iraq ratified the Paris Agreement on January 14, 2021. In October 2021, the Government of Iraq (GoI) signed their first National Determined Contribution (NDC), which has been presented at the COP26. The Government of Iraq has requested UNDP support in implementation of the NDC, including through capacity development, advisory for sectoral planning and formulation of related strategies, frameworks, and instruments.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP's policy work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office levels offers a spectrum of deep local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. UNDP invests in the Global Policy Network (GPN), a network of field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains in support of the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in UNDP's Strategic Plan.</p><br> <p>UNDP is an accredited Implementing Agency for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Trust Fund and the family of funds such as the Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF), the Special Climate Change Fund (SCCF), and the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBBF). As an Implementing Agency, UNDP offers countries highly specialized services for eligibility assessment, project formulation and due diligence, co-financing mobilization, implementation oversight, results management and evaluation, and knowledge management.</p><br> <p>Iraq faces significant environmental and public health risks associated with persistent organic pollutants (POPs), hazardous chemicals, obsolete pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), unintentional POPs (UPOPs), industrial POPs (IPOPs), and chemically contaminated sites. Previous assessments identified substantial quantities of obsolete pesticides and potentially PCB-contaminated electrical equipment and highlighted significant technical and institutional capacity gaps in chemicals and contaminated-sites management.</p><br> <p>The Government of Iraq is a Party to major international chemicals and waste conventions, including the Stockholm, Basel, Rotterdam and Minamata Conventions. Iraq has previously developed a National Implementation Plan (NIP) under the Stockholm Convention; however, the existing NIP requires updating to reflect newly listed POPs, improved inventories, updated risk information, institutional developments and current national priorities.</p><br> <p>The Integrated Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and Chemical Hotspots Management Project, therefore adopts an integrated approach combining:</p><br> <ul> <li>strengthening the national framework for POPs and hazardous chemicals management;</li> <li>updating the national POPs inventories and National Implementation Plan;</li> <li>strengthening laboratory, inspection, monitoring and institutional capacities;</li> <li>environmentally sound management and disposal of obsolete pesticides;</li> <li>management and disposal/phase-out of PCB-contaminated equipment, oils and waste; and</li> <li>assessment and remediation planning for priority chemical pollution hotspots.</li> </ul> <p>The project comprises three components. Component 1 focuses on improved management of POPs and hazardous chemicals; Component 2 focuses on high-risk POPs in the agriculture and power sectors; and Component 3 addresses chemical pollution hotspots and contaminated sites.</p><br> <p>Implementation will require extensive technical assistance, consultancy services, procurement of laboratory and field equipment, hazardous waste management services, capacity building, site assessments, remediation planning and policy/regulatory development.</p><br> <p>The project will be implemented by UNDP through an Output Agreement with the Ministry of Environment. The Project Manager will therefore be the principal day-to-day focal point for implementation and coordination within the project management structure.</p><br> <p><strong>Institutional Arrangement</strong></p><br> <p>The Project Manager will directly report to the Programme Specilaist with matrix reporting to the chief technical specialist of the Environment, Energy and Climate Change (EECC), UNDP Iraq. The position holder will be part of a dynamic team of national and international experts working on policy advocacy, capacity building, innovation and sharing best practices with national stakeholders on climate change, environmental management and POPs and Chemical Hotspots Management.</p><br> <p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Provide Strategic Technical Direction and Leadership</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Lead strategic planning for the project as well as formulation and periodic revisions of the project’s annual work plan (AWP),&nbsp;including plans for budget, HR and procurement that are developed in close coordination with UNDP’s Country Office Programme, HR, and Procurement teams. Lead development of detailed implementation plans.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead the provision of high-level strategic and technical guidance to the project, ensuring alignment with UNDP corporate priorities, donor requirements, national development frameworks, and relevant international commitments.</li> <li>Advise UNDP management and project stakeholders on emerging technical issues, risks, opportunities, and strategic approaches to enhance project impact, sustainability, and policy relevance.</li> <li>Oversee the overall technical quality of project outputs, deliverables, studies, assessments, and knowledge products to ensure compliance with international standards and best practices.</li> <li>Provide leadership in the identification, design, and implementation of innovative technical solutions and approaches that support the achievement of project objectives and intended outcomes.</li> <li>Guide the integration of cross-cutting issues, including gender equality, environmental sustainability, social inclusion, human rights, and capacity development, into project planning and implementation.</li> <li>Support adaptive management by recommending strategic adjustments based on implementation progress, lessons learned, and changing contextual circumstances.</li> <li>Provide direction, guidance, and direct supervision to UNDP project personnel. Undertake technical review of project documents produced by the project team and partners, and ensure high technical standards are met.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure proper execution of all administrative activities associated with project implementation, including mobilizing goods and services, preparing Terms of Reference, completing contracting processes, recruiting/selecting consultants and experts, and managing financial arrangements/transactions and their correct authorization.</li> <li>Identify opportunities for synergies with other projects within UNDP and beyond, to advance the key objectives and grow its focus.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Lead Technical Quality Assurance and Programme Oversight</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide technical review and quality assurance of project work plans, technical reports, procurement specifications, Terms of Reference, training materials, policy products, and other project deliverables.</li> <li>Ensure that project activities are implemented in accordance with approved project documents, UNDP rules and regulations, donor requirements, and national priorities.</li> <li>Support the technical teams in maintaining high standards of project delivery, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness.</li> <li>Review technical outputs developed by consultants, contractors, service providers, and implementing partners and provide recommendations for improvement where necessary.</li> <li>Ensure consistency and coherence across project components and interventions to maximise results and avoid duplication of efforts.</li> <li>Provide technical support to the implementing partners and act as a liaison between UNDP and the partners.&nbsp;</li> <li>Support&nbsp;resource&nbsp;mobilization&nbsp;efforts&nbsp;and&nbsp;project&nbsp;development.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Support Strategic Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Facilitate technical dialogue and collaboration between UNDP, government institutions, development partners, academia, civil society organisations, and private sector stakeholders.&nbsp;</li> <li>Provide technical advice and support to implementing partners to strengthen ownership, coordination, and effective project implementation.&nbsp;</li> <li>Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships, resource mobilisation, and collaboration that can enhance project sustainability and scale-up successful interventions.&nbsp;</li> <li>Represent the project and provide technical inputs during meetings, workshops, consultations, conferences, and policy dialogues as required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Monitor and report on progress in implementing project activities and achieving the targets set.</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide leadership and technical advice to the project in developing baselines and indicators for project monitoring and evaluation and coordinate the finalization of detailed results framework. Develop clear strategies and an effective system for data collection, means of verification, and information sharing and reporting.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead the implementation of project monitoring, evaluation, and results framework to identify plan deviations and other problems; and make needed course corrections within agreed upon tolerances to achieve results. Conduct field visits as required to verify project activities relative to stated targets and provide regular field updates to UNDP management.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead the development and conduct of mid-term and annual reviews, and end line assessment; and coordinate the conduct of independent evaluations. Organize project review and evaluation meetings. Follow up on the implementation of decisions, recommendations, and course corrections.</li> <li>Manage and monitor project risks, including social and environmental risks, initially identified and submit new risks to appropriate project governing bodies for consideration and decision on possible actions.&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate the preparation of corporate, donor and government reports in line with the reporting schedule and UNDP and donor requirements. Ensure provision of ad hoc reports and information requested by relevant entities.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure proper operational and financial closure of the project.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Facilitate knowledge and capacity building, knowledge sharing, and advocacy relevant to the assigned thematic areas.</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Provide technical guidance for the development and refinement of project indicators, monitoring frameworks, and reporting tools.</li> <li>Review project progress and results regularly and provide recommendations to address implementation challenges and improve performance.</li> <li>Contribute to the documentation of lessons learned, good practices, case studies, and knowledge products to support institutional learning and replication of successful approaches.</li> <li>Lead and support capacity-building initiatives, technical trainings, workshops, and knowledge-sharing activities for project staff, government counterparts, and stakeholders.</li> <li>Promote knowledge exchange and contribute to relevant communities of practice, technical networks, and learning platforms.</li> </ul> <p><strong>The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Core</strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Achieve Results: </strong>LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact</li> <li><strong>Think Innovatively: </strong>LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems</li> <li><strong>Learn Continuously: </strong>LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences</li> <li><strong>Adapt with Agility: </strong>LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands</li> <li><strong>Act with Determination: </strong>LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results</li> <li><strong>Engage and Partner: </strong>LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration</li> <li><strong>Enable Diversity and Inclusion: </strong>LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity</li> <li><strong>People Management: </strong>UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated site.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Cross-Functional &amp; Technical competencies</strong></p><br> <p><strong><u>Business Direction &amp; Strategy</u></strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>System Thinking</strong> <ul> <li>Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p><strong><u>2030 Agenda: Planet</u></strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Nature</strong> <ul> <li>Environmental Governance: Global Environmental Governance</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Finance</u></strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Budget Management</strong> <ul> <li>Ability to support budgetary aspects of work planning process, drawing and management of team budgets.</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Business Direction &amp; Strategy</u></strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Effective Decision Making</strong> <ul> <li>Take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one’s authority, area of expertise and resources.</li> </ul></li> <li><strong>Negotiation and influence</strong> <ul> <li>Reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain advantage in the outcome of dialogue, negotiate mutually acceptable solutions through compromise, and create win-win situations.</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Business Management</u></strong></p><br> <ul> <li><strong>Project management</strong> <ul> <li>Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals.</li> </ul></li> <li><strong>Risk management</strong> <ul> <li>Identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing risks</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p><strong>Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Minimum Education requirements</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Natural Resources Management, Development Studies, Project Management or a relevant related field is required, OR</li> <li>A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree) in the above fields in combination with two additional years of relevant experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree</li> </ul> <p><strong>Minimum years of relevant work experience</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Minimum 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible professional experience at the national or international level in environmental management, chemicals and waste management, climate change and biodiversity, natural resources management, environmental safeguards, environmental policy and governance, and project management is required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required skills</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Demonstrated experience in project management, preferably in environmental, chemicals, hazardous waste, climate, natural resources or sustainable development projects.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams and consultants.</li> <li>Experience managing projects involving Government institutions and international development partners.</li> <li>Proven Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, and experience in handling web-based management systems</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Experience in working, liaising, and collaborating with UN agencies, governments, NGOs, civil society organizations, and public international organizations.</li> <li>Proven knowledge of capacity building theory and capacity building/assessment methodologies</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Language(s)</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Equal opportunity</strong></p><br> <p>As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.&nbsp;</p><br> <p>UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.</p><br> <p><strong>Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.&nbsp;</p><br> <p><strong>Right to select multiple candidates</strong></p><br> <p>UNDP reserves the ri</p> </div>

<p><h4>Key accountabilities</h4> <p><strong>•</strong> Promotes a culture of open safety reporting and continuous improvement.<br> <strong>•</strong> Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.<br> <strong>•</strong> Accountable for supplying an accurate maintenance schedule to allow effective and efficient asset maintenance, covering multi-discipline preventative (PM) and corrective (CM) maintenance activity.<br> <strong>•</strong> Support station MAs in ensuring no overdue maintenance (SCE and anomaly management) to reduce risk to production, personnel, plant, and environment.<br> <strong>•</strong> Responsible for supporting maintenance team requests for contractor support (CTRs) from end to end, ensuring MAs provide:<br> <li>quality of scope of work</li> <li>accurate cost review and challenge against the supplied resources, equipment utilisation, and materials</li> <li>accurate durations</li> <strong>•</strong> Responsible for the management of processes and standards, and monitoring the agreed upon KPIs, taking appropriate actions to close the deviations from maintenance team objectives.<br> <strong>•</strong> Drives compliance with the standardized work management process, particularly in Primavera scheduling application (P6).<br> <strong>•</strong> Maintains the required daily updates and progress in the following:<br> <li>O&M tracker (daily)</li> <li>Maintenance P6 schedule (daily)</li> <li>Flowline leak tracking report (daily)</li> <li>Safety critical report (daily)</li> <li>Fabrication tracker (weekly)</li> <li>SC 14 and 90 day report and forecast (weekly)</li> <li>Maintenance overview report (weekly)</li> <li>Contract fund management (weekly)</li> <strong>•</strong> Support station planners for weekly backlog management within their area of responsibility to clean up and prioritize work.<br> <strong>•</strong> Recommends execution optimization and nesting opportunities to the station maintenance advisor and maintenance manager.<br> <strong>•</strong> Chairs the 6/12 week maintenance activity schedule – deputises for maintenance manager when not available to ensure good compliance with gate criteria and accuracy of O&M information. Seeks nesting opportunities for all activities and ensures no activities at risk (red flag) will be carried into the 6 week schedule window without prior agreement with FMM.<br> <strong>•</strong> Champion continuous improvements (CI) by standardizing best practice activities across site and maintenance teams:<br> <li>optimize maintenance strategy</li> <li>improvements to maintenance build</li> <li>optimize materials look-up and staging</li> <strong>•</strong> Coach and mentor the station planner in the role.</p> <h4>Experience, qualifications & key skills</h4> <p><strong>•</strong> Above 12 years experience in O&G industry (preferably with IOC’s direct or contract).<br> <strong>•</strong> Technical degree or HNC certificate in engineering.<br> <strong>•</strong> Experience in previous maintenance lead role (MTL / maintenance superintendent capacity).<br> <strong>•</strong> Practical exposure to production facilities.<br> <strong>•</strong> Proficient in planning tools (Primavera 6).<br> <strong>•</strong> Proficient in CMMS tools (CMMS – Maximo / SAP).<br> <strong>•</strong> Proficient in project management tools (MS Project).<br> <strong>•</strong> Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.<br> <strong>•</strong> Ability to identify proper priorities of maintenance activities in a high activity environment.<br> <strong>•</strong> Driven to deliver continuous improvement.<br> <strong>•</strong> Strong bias for being proactive and getting results.<br> <strong>•</strong> Strong understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling.</p></p><p></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><b>Title:</b></p><br><br>Lead Planner and Scheduler<br><br><p><b><u>Key Accountabilities</u></b></p><br><br><p>• Promotes a culture of open safety reporting and continuous improvement.</p><br><br><p>• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected </p><br><br><p> regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve </p><br><br><p> both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired </p><br><br><p> business results.</p><br><br><p>• Accountable for supplying an accurate Maintenance schedule to allow </p><br><br><p> effective and efficient asset maintenance, covering multi-discipline </p><br><br><p> Preventative (PM) &amp; Corrective (CM) maintenance activity.</p><br><br><p>• Support station MA’s in ensuring no overdue maintenance (SCE and </p><br><br><p> Anomaly management) to reduce risk to production /personnel / plant and </p><br><br><p> environment.</p><br><br><p>• Responsible for supporting Maint team requests for contractor support </p><br><br><p> (CTR’s) from end to end, ensuring MA’s provide:-</p><br><br><p>o quality of scope of work </p><br><br><p>o accurate cost review / challenge against the supplied resources / </p><br><br><p> equipment utilisation &amp; materials</p><br><br><p>o accurate durations</p><br><br><p>• Responsible for the management of processes and standards, and </p><br><br><p> monitoring the agreed upon KPIs, taking appropriate actions to close the </p><br><br><p> deviations from Maintenance team objectives.</p><br><br><p>• Drives compliance with the standardized Work Management process, </p><br><br><p> particularly in Primavera scheduling application. (p6) </p><br><br><p>• Maintains the required daily updates / progress in the following</p><br><br><p>o O&amp;M tracker (daily)</p><br><br><p>o Maintenance P6 schedule (daily)</p><br><br><p>o Flowline leak tracking report (daily)</p><br><br><p>o Safety critical report (daily)</p><br><br><p>o Fabrication tracker (weekly)</p><br><br><p>o SC 14 &amp; 90 day report &amp; forecast (weekly)</p><br><br><p>o Maint overview report. (weekly)</p><br><br><p>o Contract fund management (weekly)</p><br><br><p>• Support station planners for weekly backlog management, within their </p><br><br><p> area of responsibility, to clean up and prioritize work</p><br><br><p>• Recommends execution optimization and nesting opportunities to the </p><br><br><p> station Maint advisor &amp; Maintenance Manager.</p><br><br><p>• Chairs the 6/12wk Maint activity schedule – deputises for Maint manager, </p><br><br><p> when not available to ensure good compliance with gate criteria and </p><br><br><p> accuracy of O&amp;M information. Seeks nesting opportunities for all activities </p><br><br><p> and ensure no activities at risk (red flag) will be carried into the 6wk</p><br><br><p> schedule window without prior agreement with FMM.</p><br><br><p>• Champion Continuous improvements (CI) by standardizing best practice </p><br><br><p> activities across site and maintenance teams, </p><br><br><p>o optimize Maintenance Strategy.</p><br><br><p>o improvements to maintenance build.</p><br><br><p>o optimize Materials Look-up and Staging.</p><br><br><p>• Coach and mentor the station planner in the role.</p><br><br><p><b><u>Experience, Qualifications &amp; Key Skills</u></b></p><br><br><p>• Above 12 Years experience in O&amp;G industry (Preferable with IOC’s direct or </p><br><br><p> contract)</p><br><br><p>• Technical degree or HNC certificate in engineering.</p><br><br><p>• Experience in previous Maint lead role (MTL / Maint Superintendent </p><br><br><p> capacity)</p><br><br><p>• Practical exposure to production facilities</p><br><br><p>• Proficient in planning tools (Primevara 6)</p><br><br><p>• Proficient in CMMS tools (CMSS – Maximo /SAP)</p><br><br><p>• Proficient in Project management tools (MS Project)</p><br><br><p>• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills</p><br><br><p>• Ability to to identify proper priorities of maintenance activities in a high </p><br><br><p> activity environment.</p><br><br><p>• Driven to deliver continuous improvement.</p><br><br><p>• Strong bias for being proactive and getting results</p><br><br><p>• Strong understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling </p><br><br><br><br><br> </div>

<p>UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to a future. How can you make a difference? The overall objective of this consultancy is to strengthen Iraq's climate governance and data systems and to expand access to climate finance, by supporting the establishment and operationalization of a Climate Information Unit within the Ministry of Environment and by providing technical support to the NDC water sector action plan, the NAP process, loss and damage work, GCF proposal preparation and DRR programming. If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: External ToR TMCPHONE_NUMBER.pdf</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h2>To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...</h2><ul><li><strong>Minimum requirements:</strong></li><li>Education: • Master s degrees in environmental science, climate change, water resources management, environmental engineering, data/information management, public policy, economics or a related field</li><li>Years of Experience/ Knowledge/Expertise/Skills required: • At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in climate change policy, environmental governance, climate/environmental data and information systems, or climate finance. • Demonstrated experience working with the Government of Iraq, preferably with the Ministry of Environment and/or line ministries, on climate, environment, water or data-related assignments. • Proven knowledge of national and international climate frameworks, including the NDC and NAP processes under the UNFCCC, loss and damage, and climate finance mechanisms such as the Green Climate Fund. • Demonstrated experience in institutional development, establishing units or coordination mechanisms, and/or designing data governance and management systems. • Experience in ICT system development, infrastructure, databases and digital platforms for secure and efficient information flow. • Experience in preparing funding proposals for international climate or development finance is a strong asset. • Familiarity with child-sensitive and gender-responsive approaches (children, women and girls) and with the situation of children in Iraq is an asset. • Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is required. • Open to Iraqi nationals only (national consultant). • Familiarity with child sensitive and gender responsive approaches to climate change</li></ul>

<p>ZainCash is launching a regulated investment service that lets Iraqi retail investors trade securities through the ZainCash app. The Head of Trading Services will own the end-to-end trading business: the team, the regulatory compliance and risk framework, the technology partners, the customer experience, and the commercial performance of equity and fixed income services. </p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Leadership and team management</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Lead and grow the trading services team, covering equity and fixed income services, trading operations, and customer care.</li> <li>Set clear objectives, build a strong operating culture, and develop the leaders who report to this role.</li> <li>Build succession plans and hire for critical roles across the business.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Regulatory compliance and risk</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Own the trading service s compliance with the Iraqi Securities Commission (ISC) requirements, including licensing, ongoing reporting, and conduct obligations.</li> <li>Oversee the risk management framework for client funds, trade execution, settlement, and operational risk, working with the dedicated compliance and risk managers the business is appointing under the licensing rules.</li> <li>Maintain strong, accurate, and timely relationships with regulators, and ensure that every launch and product change has a documented record of approvals and open items.</li> <li>Ensure AML/KYC, sanctions screening, and client-asset safeguarding meet local and international standards.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Product and trading operations</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Define the product roadmap for equity and fixed income services, prioritising launch readiness, customer value, and regulatory fit.</li> <li>Oversee trading operations: order handling, settlement, reconciliations, corporate actions, client statements, and the wind-down and migration processes when required.</li> <li>Set pricing, funding, and fee structures in line with regulatory guidance and the commercial strategy.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Technology and provider management</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Lead the selection, contracting, and performance management of technology and infrastructure providers, including brokerage partners, OMS/bridge providers, KYC vendors, and back-office systems.</li> <li>Work closely with product and engineering to deliver a secure, reliable, Arabic-first customer experience.</li> <li>Manage vendor risk, service-level agreements, and partner communications, including contractual confidentiality terms.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Marketing and customer</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Partner with marketing to build awareness and adoption among young Iraqi investors, with compliant and accurate communications.</li> <li>Own customer care for trading services: service standards, complaints handling, escalation paths, and customer satisfaction measures.</li> <li>Track and report on key metrics such as activation, funding, retention, complaints, and net promoter score.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Governance and reporting</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Prepare regular reports for the executive team and board on performance, risk, compliance status, and open issues.</li> <li>Represent the trading services business in internal and external forums.</li> </ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>At least 10 years of experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior role in securities brokerage, trading, or investment services.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with equity trading operations and, preferably, fixed income.</li> <li>Proven experience leading and developing teams of 20 or more people across multiple functions.</li> <li>Experience building and launching financial products, from concept through regulatory approval to go-live.</li> <li>Experience managing technology and outsourcing providers, including contract negotiation and performance oversight.</li> <li>Working knowledge of securities regulation, licensing requirements, AML/KYC, and client-asset protection.</li> <li>Experience managing customer care operations in a regulated financial environment.</li> <li>Strong written and spoken Arabic and English.</li> </ul>

<p><br></p> <div> <br> </div> <p> <strong>Project Context and Scope</strong> </p> <p>The consultancy contributes to the the Awda Amina Phase II: Strengthening Miration Governance in Iraq project funded by the European Union and to the Strengthening Data Systems to Improve the Managament of Internally Displaced Persons Referral Systems in Iraq project funded by the United Nations Internal Displacement Solutions Fund. <br>Under the overall guidance of the Head of Sub-Office (Erbil) and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (DTM and Research), The consultant will provide specialized technical support and policy-development support to IOM staff working on migration and displacement data governance initiatives under the project portfolio. The consultant will draft technical and policy documents under the supervision of the Programme Officer (DTM and Research) and support technical consultations, workshops, framework development, implementation tracking, and reporting activities, identify technical and policy challenges, and provide recommendations for consideration by the Programme Officer (DTM and Research). All managerial, representational, and decision-making functions shall remain the responsibility of IOM staff.<br> </p> <div> <strong>Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing</strong> </div> <div> <br>The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (DTM and Research) and the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (Erbil).</div> <p> <strong>Required Qualifications and Experience</strong> </p> <p> Master s degree in law, economics, political science, public policy, demography/statistics, or a related field with at least five years of relevant professional experience, or Bachelor s degree with seven years of professional experience.<br> Proven experience in migration data governance through previous work with government bodies, international organizations or think tanks.<br> Familiarity with international statistical standards such as the International Recommendations on IDP Statistics and the Recommendations on Statistics of International Migration and Temporary.<br> Familiarity with IOM s Data Protection Principles and with othe international data protection frameworks and best practices.<br> Familiarity with the Iraqi context and government institutions.<br> Strong writing and communication skills; experience in facilitating multi-stakeholder workshops and in drafting policy framework, guidelines and technical standards.<br> Fluency in Arabic and English.<br> </p> <p> <strong>Languages</strong> </p> <p>For this consultancy, excellent command of English is required.</p> <p>Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.</p> <p> <strong>Travel required</strong> </p> <p>Yes</p> <p> <strong>Required Competencies</strong> </p> <p>IOM s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.</p> <p> <strong>Values </strong>- all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:</p> <ul> <li> <strong>Inclusion and respect for diversity</strong>: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.</li> <li> <strong>Integrity and transparency</strong>: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.</li> <li> <strong>Professionalism</strong>: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.</li> <li> <strong>Courage</strong>: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.</li> <li> <strong>Empathy</strong>: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Core Competencies</strong> behavioural indicators</p> <ul> <li> <strong>Teamwork</strong>: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.</li> <li> <strong>Delivering results</strong>: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.</li> <li> <strong>Managing and sharing knowledge</strong>: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.</li> <li> <strong>Accountability</strong>: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.</li> <li> <strong>Communication</strong>: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.</li> </ul> <p><br></p><div> <p> </p> </div>

<p>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 internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.</p><p>Under the overall supervision of the Project Officer (Livelihoods) and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the Senior Project Associate(s) will serve the Enterprise Development Fund (EDF) technical team as focal points for Environmental &amp; Social Action Plan s (ESAP) and Milestone Verification (MV) procedures respectively. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the implementation of quality assurance processes for the EDF technical team, and the maintenance of quality assurance standard operating procedures (SOPs) for EDF processes under their responsibility. This role requires extensive liaison with IOM field staff to respond to requests, follow-up on delays, etc.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Education</strong></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.</p><p>School diploma in relevant with six years of relevant experience; Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.</p><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><p>Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;</p><p>Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,</p><p>Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.</p><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><p>Strong editing, and proofreading skills.</p><p>Strong organizational and document management skills.</p><p>Experience maintaining databases, trackers, and filing systems.</p><p>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).</p><p>Experience using SharePoint or other document management platforms.</p><p>Ability to compile and consolidate information from multiple sources.</p><p>Experience supporting reporting and proposal development processes.</p><p>Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.</p><p>Ability to maintain accurate records and monitor information flows.</p><p>Knowledge of standard administrative and programme support procedures.</p><p><strong>Languages</strong></p><p>All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). Fluency in English is required</p><p>Arabic and Kurdish are advantage</p><p>Languages Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.</p><p><strong>Required Competencies</strong></p><p>IOM s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.</p><p><strong>Values</strong> - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:</p><ul><li>Inclusion and respect for diversity : Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.</li><li>Integrity and transparency : Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.</li><li>Professionalism : Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.</li><li>Courage : Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.</li><li>Empathy : Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2</strong></p><ul><li>Teamwork : Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.</li><li>Delivering results : Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.</li><li>Managing and sharing knowledge : Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.</li><li>Accountability : Takes ownership for achieving the Organization s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.</li><li>Communication : Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.</li></ul><p><strong>Managerial Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports</strong></p><ul><li>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.</li><li>Empowering others : Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.</li><li>Building Trust : Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.</li><li>Strategic thinking and vision : Works strategically to realize the Organization s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.</li><li>Humility : Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>Job Purpose The Branch Operations Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating the daily operational activities of the branch, including receiving and distributing shipments, assigning and following up with delivery representatives, completing daily financial settlements, handling returned shipments, and coordinating with the main center.<br> The role ensures that branch operations are organized, shipments and cash collections are properly controlled, and daily operational records are accurate and complete.<br> The position requires a hands-on individual with experience or exposure to warehouse, logistics, delivery, or distribution operations.<br> Key Responsibilities - Receive incoming shipments and mail at the branch on a daily basis and ensure they are properly recorded and handled.<br> - Sort and distribute shipments to delivery representatives according to assigned delivery areas.<br> - Assign and organize delivery zones and routes among delivery representatives based on daily operational requirements.<br> - Supervise and follow up on the daily activities of delivery representatives.<br> - Monitor pending, delayed, returned, or undelivered shipments and follow up on their status.<br> - Conduct daily financial settlements with delivery representatives and verify collected amounts against delivery records.<br> - Arrange and send collected funds and financial settlements to the main center in accordance with company procedures.<br> - Receive returned and reverse shipments at the branch and coordinate their daily transfer to the main center.<br> - Handle financial settlements with the company's merchants/customers when required and ensure that the relevant records are accurate.<br> - Maintain proper organization of shipments within the branch and support warehouse control activities.<br> - Ensure shipments are stored, handled, and transferred correctly to minimize loss, damage, or operational errors.<br> - Maintain accurate daily records related to incoming shipments, outgoing shipments, returns, deliveries, and financial settlements.<br> - Coordinate with the main center regarding shipment status, returns, operational issues, and other branch requirements.<br> - Report delivery issues, discrepancies, missing shipments, cash differences, or other operational problems to the Operations Manager.<br> - Ensure delivery representatives and branch staff follow company procedures and operational requirements.<br> - Support the overall organization, cleanliness, and security of the branch and warehouse area.<br> - Perform other operational duties assigned by management as required.<br> - High school diploma, diploma, or bachelor's degree in a relevant field.<br> - Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, delivery, distribution, or similar operational environment is preferred.<br> - Basic understanding of warehouse operations and shipment handling processes.<br> - Ability to supervise, coordinate, and follow up with delivery representatives and operational staff.<br> - Good organizational and time-management skills.<br> - Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and general data entry.<br> - Ability to handle cash settlements and maintain accurate financial and operational records.<br> - Good communication and problem-solving skills.<br> - Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple daily operational tasks.<br> - Ability to identify and report operational discrepancies and issues.<br> - Responsible, organized, trustworthy, and attentive to detail.<br> Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate has practical experience or exposure to warehouse, logistics, delivery, or distribution operations and is ready to take on supervisory responsibility for the daily activities of a branch.<br> Extensive management experience is not required.<br> Candidates who have previously worked as a Warehouse Officer, Warehouse Assistant, Logistics Officer, Dispatcher, Delivery Coordinator, Operations Officer, or similar operational role may be suitable if they demonstrate strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to supervise day-to-day branch activities effectively.<br></span> </div>

<p>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 internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.</p><p>Under the overall supervision of the Project Officer (Livelihoods) and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the Senior Project Associate(s) will serve the Enterprise Development Fund (EDF) technical team as focal points for Environmental &amp; Social Action Plan s (ESAP) and Milestone Verification (MV) procedures respectively. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the implementation of quality assurance processes for the EDF technical team, and the maintenance of quality assurance standard operating procedures (SOPs) for EDF processes under their responsibility. This role requires extensive liaison with IOM field staff to respond to requests, follow-up on delays, etc.</p><p>Assist in the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities. Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on EDF quality assurance processes, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties. Monitor EDF implementation and propose adjustments as necessary. Act as a focal point for an EDF quality assurance process (e.g. ESAP or MV), involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, follow-up on administrative actions, etc. Draft status reports; identify shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the direct supervisor and Project Officer (Livelihoods) to suggest corrective measures. Draft correspondence on EDF quality assurance issues, prepare and update reports, graphics, statistical tables, and other forms of documentation. Organize meetings, workshops and training sessions; prepare training materials and lead delivery of capacity building trainings to IOM staff on EDF quality assurance matters. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records. Monitor the work of IOM staff and report any non-compliance to the supervisor. Provide inputs for the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP) for EDF technical tools and quality assurance processes. concept papers and provide general support for the development of new projects. Perform Investment Committee Visits for EDF business selection and support with negotiation meetings as assigned. Perform other related duties as assigned.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><b>Education</b>: Bachelor's degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience. School diploma in relevant with six years of relevant experience; Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.</li><li><b>Experience</b>: Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and, Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.</li><li><b>Skills</b>: Strong editing, and proofreading skills. Strong organizational and document management skills. Experience maintaining databases, trackers, and filing systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience using SharePoint or other document management platforms. Ability to compile and consolidate information from multiple sources. Experience supporting reporting and proposal development processes. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Ability to maintain accurate records and monitor information flows. Knowledge of standard administrative and programme support procedures.</li><li><b>Languages</b>: All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). Fluency in English is required Arabic and Kurdish are advantage Languages Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.</li><li><b>Required Competencies</b>: IOM s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.</li><li><b>Values</b>: - 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.</li><li><b>Core Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2</b>: 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.</li><li><b>Managerial Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports</b>: 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.</li></ul>

<p>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 This is an expedited recruitment process, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only.</p><p>Organizational Context and Scope Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCOM), the direct supervision of the Programme Support Coordinator, and in coordination with various programmatic units, the Programme Support Officer will assist in the development and implementation of the country office s (CO) resource mobilization and external liaison functions that respond to new and emerging challenges for IOM Iraq. Tasks will also include project development, reporting and fundraising actions, as well as internal coordination and knowledge management.</p><p>Contribute to IOM Iraq s fundraising priorities and needs by providing inputs for the development of new results-based programmes, concept notes, and project proposals that respond to emerging trends and priorities, in close coordination with Program Managers, the Executive Office and the Regional Office. Review resource requirements, document programmatic needs, gaps and opportunities to support unit s activities. Contribute to the alignment to IOM global, regional and country strategies during project development and donor reporting, including supporting and promoting use of Strategic Results Framework (SRF) global results and indicators. Support transparency and adherence to established procedures by checking that proposal development, donor contract management, remains in compliance with donor interests and requirements, as well as IOM procedures and guidance documents. This includes supporting the endorsement process for concept notes, project proposals, and donor reports, in line with the IOM Project Handbook guidelines and PRIMA processes. Support fundraising actions by maintaining regular contact with donor relations counterparts, including organizing and attending meetings and field site visits, responding to appeals, and compiling information on donor policies and priorities. Contribute to compliance and fundraising efforts by coordinating the compilation of activity reports and papers on IOM strategic approaches and priorities for internal and external distribution. Participate in external partner engagement by providing administrative and technical support in preparation and organization of conferences, meetings, trainings, field visits, and other events related to donors and external partners. Support the country office s liaison and advocacy routines by providing information and inputs to IOM Iraq s Executive Office, and to liaise with relevant authorities, United Nations agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), Government and other stakeholders. Contribute to adequate knowledge management, by keeping accurate and pertinent records of all correspondence, project development, reporting files and administration information including the Project Matrix, the Programme Support Unit (PSU) Library, SharePoint, and PRIMA. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.</p><p>Notes Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months. Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times. IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise and does not request any information related to bank accounts. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM WAVE system (for internal candidates link here ). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Master's degree in International Relations, International Development, Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Law, 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.</li><li>Experience in supporting results-based project development and reporting, technical writing and editing, preferably in the international development/humanitarian sector;</li><li>Demonstrated work experience in donor relations, proposal development, and grant management in the displacement and migration sector;</li><li>Previous experience working in an United Nations Agency, Fund, or Programme, and knowledge of the UN Common System is essential; and,</li><li>Previous experience with and knowledge of foreign government funding mechanisms is essential.</li><li>Previous work in issues such as migration, livelihoods and job creation strategies, displacement, stabilization in the Middle East or Iraq is essential;</li><li>Excellent English communication and writing skills, organizational skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports in English;</li><li>Knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office tools is required, including on data analysis and presentation of data;</li><li>Ability to work with accuracy under constraints and pressure; high sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment;</li><li>Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results, creative thinking; and,</li><li>Good level of computer literacy, including database applications. Knowledge of PRIMA is desirable.</li><li>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.</li><li>IOM s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li></ul>

<p>&nbsp;ASSIGNMENT OBJECTIVES</p><p>The objectives are to:</p><p>1) Strengthen the existing draft evidence base on how social security entitlements are interpreted, applied and enforced, and extend it to the mechanisms through which workers raise and resolve complaints and appeals.</p><p>2) Secure tripartite and institutional validation of that consolidated evidence base.</p><p>3) Build the capacity of those who decide, administer and support social security claims, through curricula national training institutions can keep running after this agreement ends.</p><p>4) Place before decision-makers a prioritised set of options, with order-of-magnitude resource implications, for strengthening the legal framework and the routes by which workers pursue their entitlements.</p><p>4. SCOPE OF WORK AND METHODOLOGY</p><p>This agreement is the sole arrangement for this work stream and all activities are delivered within the agreed value. Bidders shall not assume that any event, expert engagement, expert fee, translation, printing, transport, entry permit, participant payment or venue requirement is met separately. Requirements outside the priced scope must be raised in the Technical and Financial Proposal and, if necessary, at the Inception Report stage.</p><p>Activity numbers, sizes, sequencing, locations and participant numbers are indicative and adjustable within the agreed value and period by written agreement. The deliverables in Section 6 are the binding outputs.</p><p>Component A. Strengthening the analytical report</p><p>1) Starting material. The ILO's draft report is the base text of the deliverable, not background material; proposals set out how they would appraise the full draft at inception and what they expect to remain, and the Inception Report fixes the remaining scope with the ILO on the basis of the draft as received. The ILO holds the rights in the draft, grants the Implementing Partner the right to use and modify it for this agreement, and determines authorship and acknowledgement in any publication.</p><p>2) Higher court analysis. Strengthen the analysis of how the higher courts interpret and enforce the framework, against a sample frame agreed at inception, bounded to the Court of Cassation and, for constitutionality challenges only, the Federal Supreme Court, and including first-instance and appellate decisions held in the same cassation file. Test, rather than assume, the premise that decided case law rests predominantly on Law No. 39 of 1971, Law No. 18 of 2023 having entered into force only on 26 November 2023. Establish which settled principles carry over to Law No. 18 of 2023, which are displaced and which the transitional provisions leave uncertain, and where liability falls when contributions were never paid or the worker never registered. Identify the procedural requirements that operate as barriers to claimants, including limitation periods, time limits for objecting to an administrative decision, and the medical assessment of invalidity and employment injury.</p><p>3) Enforcement. Provide a qualitative chapter on enforcing judicial decisions, drawing on the case sample and key informants and identifying the principal obstacles to executing judgments. A separate empirical study of execution files is not required and shall not be priced.</p><p>4) Legal framework. The review covers Law No. 18 of 2023, Law No. 39 of 1971, labour court and cassation procedure, and the constitutional provisions on social security entitlement. Labour Law No. 37 of 2015 is reviewed only where it governs social security claims: proof of the employment relationship, labour court jurisdiction and procedure, and labour inspection and the sanctions on employer registration and contribution compliance. No general review of that Law, or of constitutional labour protections, is in scope.</p><p><br></p><p>REQUIRED EXPERTISE OF THE IMPLEMENTING PARTNER</p><p>The Implementing Partner shall be a legally registered non-profit entity, such as a non-governmental organisation, research institution, university, legal institute or intergovernmental organisation, operating or able to operate in Iraq. It may be an ILO constituent organisation or affiliated member, or a non-constituent organisation meeting all other criteria. It shall practise non-discrimination in selecting participants. It shall not appear on any United Nations ineligibility or debarment list, be subject to European Union restrictive measures or appear in the EU Financial Sanctions Database, and shall have no history of failed obligations or prohibited conduct. Before award the ILO screens the proposed partner, its governing body and its senior management against these lists, under the Terms and Conditions applicable to Implementation Agreements, incorporated by reference under Section 16.</p><p>Bidders shall meet the following criteria. Each criterion specifies the documentary evidence required.</p><p>1) Organisational capacity and legal status. Established governance and internal financial controls, and at least three years of operational experience in Iraq or the Middle East region. Evidence: registration certificate; organisational profile; governance charter or by-laws; two years of audited financial statements.</p><p>2) Financial administration capacity. Capacity to manage donor funds at the scale of this agreement and to administer multiple expert engagements and event budgets transparently. Evidence: audit reports from two prior projects of comparable scale; reference letters from two prior funders; dedicated project account capability.</p><p>3) Capacity to mobilise specialised legal expertise. Senior legal expertise, in-house or through a roster of external experts, of the calibre required for analytical refinement, for peer review by senior judges and lawyers, and for training, together with social security administration and complaints-handling expertise. Evidence: how such expertise is mobilised; curricula vitae or profiles of indicative experts; one comparable assignment.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><br></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span>Terms of Reference</span></p><br> <p><span>Administrative, Logistics and Procurement Support</span></p><br> <p><span>NEF invites qualified individuals to apply for the consultancy assignment described below through BambooHR.</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Project: </span>ProDIGI</span></p><br> <p><span>Contract type: Independent consultancy service agreement</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Location: </span>Baghdad, supporting activities across project locations, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Number of contracts: </span>One individual service contract</span></p><br> <p><span>Planned start date: 15 November 2026</span></p><br> <p><span><span>End date: </span>30 June 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Delivery basis: Defined services and accepted deliverables</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Application deadline: </span>5 days from publication</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Coordination and acceptance: </span>NEF</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Application platform: </span>BambooHR</span></p><br> <p><span>About NEF</span></p><br> <p><span>Near East Foundation (NEF) is an international nonprofit organization supporting economic development and community resilience. In Iraq, NEF works with communities, civil society and private-sector partners to strengthen livelihoods, enterprise development, access to finance and employment opportunities, including for women and other underserved groups.</span></p><br> <p><span>Background Information</span></p><br> <p><span>ProDIGI supports workplace readiness, digital and green skills, career planning and improved employment opportunities in Baghdad, Anbar and Basrah. Activities combine participant outreach and profiling, blended training, individual coaching, employer engagement, job matching and follow-up. The project also supports training for Career Development Centre staff in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and monitoring of the existing Revolving Credit Fund in Anbar. The assignments support project implementation and closure through 30 June 2027.</span></p><br> <p><span>Purpose</span></p><br> <p><span>Deliver defined procurement documentation and event logistics packages for the agreed ProDIGI activities. The assignment covers sourcing and comparing offers, preparing complete procurement files, and documenting readiness and completion of specified events. Routine office administration, staff supervision, standing purchasing duties and continuous asset management are outside this assignment.</span></p><br> <p><span>Key Roles and Responsibilities</span></p><br> <p><span>Procurement documentation packages</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Prepare one procurement and event delivery plan identifying the packages, specifications, dependencies and submission dates within the agreed scope.</span></li> <li><span>For each specified procurement package, prepare quotation requests, obtain supplier offers and collect the required supplier information.</span></li> <li><span>Prepare a documented comparison of offers, identify compliance gaps and submit a recommendation and draft purchasing documents for NEF approval. The consultant does not award contracts or sign orders on NEF’s behalf.</span></li> <li><span>For each package, submit a delivery-status and exceptions record at the agreed milestone; identify any unresolved supplier issue for NEF’s decision.</span></li> <li><span>Prepare the specified Master Trainer contracting documentation after technical selection by the Employment Pathways Experts. Include other technical service packages only where expressly listed in the agreed scope.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Event logistics packages</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Obtain and compare training-hall offers for six GOI cohorts covering 24 groups of 25 participants. Each group receives three in-person training days: 72 group training days in total. Compare price, availability, capacity, accessibility, equipment, internet and refreshments. These are group-days, not 72 separate events or halls.</span></li> <li><span>Deliver 12 event logistics packages: six GOI training cohort packages, four recruitment-event packages and two KRI Career Development Centre training-stage packages. Each package includes authorized supplier arrangements, a schedule, readiness checks and completion records.</span></li> <li><span>Include transport, accommodation and travel arrangements only for the events and participant groups listed in the agreed package; document bookings and any disruption requiring NEF’s decision.</span></li> <li><span>Assess each proposed venue against the agreed accessibility, privacy, safety and connectivity requirements and record any gaps and proposed solutions.</span></li> <li><span>Prepare and deliver logistics packages for two five-day Career Development Centre training stages in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, totalling 10 training days, covering the agreed venue, travel, accommodation, equipment and materials.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Delivery and invoice verification packages</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>For each specified procurement or event package, compare the goods or services delivered with the approved order and collect the delivery notes or service confirmations.</span></li> <li><span>Prepare a complete invoice-verification file for each package, linking the supplier invoice, approved order, delivery evidence and any unresolved discrepancy. NEF retains payment approval and processing.</span></li> <li><span>Submit one exceptions list with each package, identifying missing information, actions taken and issues requiring NEF’s decision.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Records and completion</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Provide equipment handover records only for goods procured through the agreed packages; do not maintain NEF’s ongoing asset or inventory system.</span></li> <li><span>Submit organized electronic records for the completed procurement and event packages, with an index enabling NEF to trace each recommendation, approval, invoice and delivery record.</span></li> <li><span>Prepare one final assignment handover summarizing completed packages and any unresolved items. Routine office maintenance, replenishment, printing requests and administrative cover are excluded.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>For the Key Deliverables, click here.‎</span></p><br> <p><span>Coordination and Reporting</span></p><br> <p><span>The consultant determines how to organize and perform the agreed services, subject to the deliverables, deadlines and quality standards in this ToR. Coordinate specific activities and output reviews with NEF; no fixed office hours, routine office attendance or line-management duties apply. On-site participation is required only for the agreed fieldwork or events. NEF retains institutional approvals and financial commitments. Any change to scope, quantity, deadlines or fees must be agreed in writing before the additional work starts.</span></p><br> <p><span>Employment Pathways Experts select Master Trainers. This consultant prepares the agreed procurement and event documentation and liaises with trainers, field personnel and suppliers solely to deliver those packages.</span></p><br> <p><span>Payment and Acceptance</span></p><br> <p><span>Month</span></p><br> <p><span>Deliverable bundle required for payment</span></p><br> <p><span>Fee in IQD</span></p><br> <p><span>15–30 November 2026</span></p><br> <p><span>One accepted delivery plan, register of all 12 procurement workstreams and 12 event packages, specifications and quotation requests for December procurements, and dated submission/review cutoffs.</span></p><br> <p><span>1,250,000–1,650,000</span></p><br> <p><span>December 2026</span></p><br> <p><span>Six accepted procurement documentation packages: three governorate venue-sourcing workstreams, Master Trainer contracting documents following expert selection, six tablets, and three vehicles with drivers. Submit offers, comparisons, recommendations and required contracting records.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>January 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Four accepted procurement documentation packages: training materials for 600 participants, internet support for 600, KRI accommodation and KRI transport. Complete CDC stage 1 logistics, including readiness and completion records for five training days.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>February 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Accepted visibility procurement package covering three outputs. Complete two GOI cohort logistics packages, including readiness and completion records for eight groups and 24 group training days.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>March 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Accepted endline-service procurement package. Complete two further GOI cohort logistics packages, including readiness and completion records for eight groups and 24 group training days.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>April 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Complete the final two GOI cohort logistics packages, covering eight groups and 24 group training days, and one recruitment-event package. Include readiness and completion records for each event.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>May 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Complete two recruitment-event logistics packages and CDC stage 2 logistics for five training days. Include readiness and completion records for each event.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>June 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Complete the fourth recruitment-event logistics package. Submit all 12 completed workstream verification files, linked event evidence, equipment handover records, and one final indexed handover identifying unresolved matters.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>Invoice monthly after NEF’s written acceptance of the bundle, with payment processed in the last week of that month. Agree submission and review cutoffs before commencement, allowing corrections before the payment run.</span></p><br> <p><span>If an event, approval or supplier record is delayed, agree a revised delivery schedule in writing. A partly completed bundle is not payable in full. Any separately payable partial output must have a written agreed value deducted from the remaining bundle fee, with no double charge or increase in the total. Where no alternative output or partial value is agreed, defer the affected payment until acceptance.</span></p><br> <p><span>Professional Standards</span></p><br> <p><span>Follow NEF safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection and conflict-of-interest requirements. Use participant and borrower information only for authorized purposes and obtain required consent before collecting or sharing it. Inform participants of NEF’s global complaints channels and promptly refer concerns through the agreed procedures. Return all project records and NEF property at completion.</span></p><br> <p><span>Qualifications and Requirements</span></p><br> <p><span>Applicants should demonstrate the following experience and capabilities in their CV. Relevant professional experience may substitute for the stated qualification where indicated.</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Relevant qualifications in business administration, logistics, procurement, supply chain management or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.</span></li> <li><span>Demonstrated experience delivering procurement documentation or event logistics assignments, with clearly dated examples.</span></li> <li><span>Experience preparing procurement plans, specifications and quotation requests, sourcing suppliers, supporting bid evaluations, and following up orders or contracts.</span></li> <li><span>Ability to coordinate events, venues, equipment, transport, travel or accommodation across multiple locations.</span></li> <li><span>Experience verifying deliveries or services, checking invoices, resolving discrepancies and preparing payment and procurement records.</span></li> <li><span>Experience preparing indexed procurement files and equipment handover documentation.</span></li> <li><span>Experience in applying NGO operational procedures and donor requirements or supporting audits and verification is desirable.</span></li> <li><span>Ability to use spreadsheets, Word, electronic filing and relevant procurement or administrative systems; fluency in Arabic and working proficiency in English.</span></li> <li><span>Relevant procurement, logistics or supply-chain training is an advantage.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Evaluation Methodology</span></p><br> <p><span>Applications will be evaluated using 70 points for technical expertise and 30 points for the financial offer, for a total of 100 points. Applicants must score at least 49 out of 70 in the overall technical assessment to proceed to financial scoring. There are no separate criterion-level pass marks.</span></p><br> <p><span>Technical assessment</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Relevant professional experience: 10 points.</span></li> <li><span>Procurement experience, including planning, specifications, sourcing, bid evaluation, orders and supplier follow-up: 15 points.</span></li> <li><span>Logistics and activity coordination, including events, venues, transport and accommodation: 10 points.</span></li> <li><span>Delivery verification and payment documentation, including invoice checks and procurement/financial records: 10 points.</span></li> <li><span>Procurement file quality and handover documentation: 8 points.</span></li> <li><span>NGO operational procedures and donor compliance experience: 7 points.</span></li> <li><span>Digital tools and language skills: 8 points.</span></li> <li><span>Relevant qualifications, equivalent experience and professional training: 2 points.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Financial assessment</span></p><br> <p><span>Applicants must quote a monthly bundle fee within IQD 2,500,000–3,300,000 and a positive daily rate, both tax-inclusive. Show the total assignment fee (7.5 times the monthly bundle fee) and the November half-month fee. The monthly bundle fee is used for scoring; acceptance of the specified outputs determines payment. Use the daily rate only for expressly agreed scope adjustments. Identify additional costs separately.</span></p><br> <p><span>Financial score = (lowest valid monthly bundle fee among technically qualified applicants in the relevant selection pool ÷ applicant’s valid monthly bundle fee) × 30, rounded to two decimal places. The combined score is the technical score plus the financial score.</span></p><br> <p><span>How to Apply</span></p><br> <p><span>Submit all application documents through the relevant NEF vacancy on BambooHR by the closing date and time shown there. Follow the vacancy’s upload instructions.</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Curriculum vitae: An updated CV showing dated assignments and evidence relevant to the qualifications above.</span></li> <li><span>Brief cover letter: Describe relevant experience, confirm availability for the anticipated start and activity deadlines, and confirm willingness to be based in Baghdad and support activities across project locations, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.</span></li> <li><span>Financial offer: Submit the monthly fee, positive daily rate, total assignment fee and deliverable-based fee breakdown, all in IQD and inclusive of Iraqi income tax, as described above. Identify additional costs separately.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</span></p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span>Terms of Reference</span></p><br> <p><span>Employment Pathways and Job Matching Experts</span></p><br> <p><span>NEF invites qualified individuals to apply for the consultancy assignment described below through BambooHR.</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Project: </span>ProDIGI</span></p><br> <p><span>Contract type: Independent consultancy service agreement</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Location: </span>Baghdad for the Baghdad and Anbar assignments; Basrah for the Basrah assignment</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Number of contracts: </span>Three individual service contracts, one covering each of Baghdad, Anbar and Basrah</span></p><br> <p><span>Planned start date: 22 November 2026</span></p><br> <p><span><span>End date: </span>30 June 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Delivery basis: Defined services and accepted deliverables</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Application deadline: </span>2 weeks from publication</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Coordination and acceptance: </span>NEF</span></p><br> <p><span><span>Application platform: </span>BambooHR</span></p><br> <p><span>About NEF</span></p><br> <p><span>Near East Foundation (NEF) is an international nonprofit organization supporting economic development and community resilience. In Iraq, NEF works with communities, civil society and private-sector partners to strengthen livelihoods, enterprise development, access to finance and employment opportunities, including for women and other underserved groups.</span></p><br> <p><span>Background Information</span></p><br> <p><span>ProDIGI supports workplace readiness, digital and green skills, career planning and improved employment opportunities in Baghdad, Anbar and Basrah. Activities combine participant outreach and profiling, blended training, individual coaching, employer engagement, job matching and follow-up. The project also supports training for Career Development Centre staff in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and monitoring of the existing Revolving Credit Fund in Anbar. The assignments support project implementation and closure through 30 June 2027.</span></p><br> <p><span>Purpose</span></p><br> <p><span>Profile 300 people and select 200 participants for training in the assigned governorate. Select Master Trainers, coordinate training delivery and provide career planning, individual coaching, employer engagement and job-matching services. Support participants seeking work and those seeking improved working conditions, retention, income stability or career progression.</span></p><br> <p><span>Key Roles and Responsibilities</span></p><br> <p><span>Labour market mapping and employer engagement</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Map employers, businesses, professional networks and employment opportunities in the assigned governorate, including digital and green economy sectors.</span></li> <li><span>Engage 15 distinct employers or private-sector actors in the assigned governorate. This allocation totals 45 distinct actors across the three expert assignments. Each actor must participate in at least one structured activity, such as a consultation, vacancy sharing, interview day, matching, workplace feedback, recruitment follow-up or skills validation. Keep a dated record of the actor, activity, findings and follow-up; maintain an employer/opportunity database. Agree one reporting owner for actors engaged by multiple experts to avoid duplicate counting.</span></li> <li><span>Prepare a training-needs summary before Master Trainer selection and training design, drawing on employer consultations and participant profiles. Identify barriers affecting women and other underserved participants and recommend practical responses.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Master Trainer selection and training coordination</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Select suitable Master Trainers using NEF’s requirements and selection procedures. Review qualifications and relevant experience, assess suitability for the planned training, and submit the assessment records and selected trainers’ details to NEF for contracting.</span></li> <li><span>Agree training content, session plans and delivery schedules with the Master Trainers. Check that the content addresses identified needs, workplace readiness, digital and green skills, and practical employment pathways.</span></li> <li><span>Agree technical delivery interfaces and dates with field coordinators and Master Trainers. Master Trainers deliver training; the expert does not supervise their employment, attendance or day-to-day work.</span></li> <li><span>Review the readiness evidence supplied for each cohort and record technical or accessibility gaps requiring action before delivery. Field and logistics providers remain responsible for their own contracted arrangements.</span></li> <li><span>Assess the overall technical quality of each cohort against the agreed session plans, trainer performance, participant engagement and practical learning. Document findings and recommended corrections; this does not create line-management authority over trainers or field personnel.</span></li> <li><span>Prepare a report after each cohort using a template agreed with NEF during implementation. Cover delivery and attendance, participant assessment results and feedback, trainer performance, issues and corrective actions, and coaching or follow-up needs.</span></li> <li><span>Review enrolment, attendance, guided remote-learning records, and pre- and post-training assessments. Verify completion against at least four of five training days, including at least two in-person days, and both assessments. Submit complete records to NEF using the approved tools.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Outreach, profiling, selection and career planning</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Produce outreach targeting guidance and review coverage against the 300-person profiling target. Recommend corrective targeting actions. Field coordinators conduct local outreach and arrange appointments; the expert profiles and selects participants.</span></li> <li><span>Complete participant profiling for 300 people reached in the assigned governorate, using NEF-approved forms to assess their skills, employment circumstances, interests, availability, barriers and support needs. Field coordinators support outreach, registration and appointments.</span></li> <li><span>Select 200 participants for training in the assigned governorate using NEF-approved project criteria. Document the assessment and selection reasons, confirm participation and prepare the enrolment lists for the two training cohorts.</span></li> <li><span>Submit the completed profiling and selection records to NEF. Across the three assignments, these responsibilities cover 900 people reached and 600 selected for training. Each expert then selects 100 participants for intensive support using agreed needs-based criteria, giving 300 intensive-support participants overall.</span></li> <li><span>Develop one individual career or employment-improvement plan for each of the 100 intensive-support participants, with practical actions and milestones based on profiling and assessment.</span></li> <li><span>Identify participants’ additional support needs, arrange appropriate referrals and update their plans as they progress. Maintain access to general vacancy information and collective employer-linkage activities for participants outside the intensive coaching group.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Individual coaching and follow-up</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Personally deliver coaching to 100 intensive-support participants in the assigned governorate. Each receives two core sessions of approximately 60 minutes and one action-plan follow-up of approximately 30–45 minutes: 200 core sessions and 100 follow-up sessions per expert.</span></li> <li><span>Provide practical support with job searches, CVs, applications, interviews and professional communication. For employed participants, address retention, working conditions, income stability and career progression according to their needs.</span></li> <li><span>Agree session schedules with field coordinators, who contact participants, coordinate appointments and follow up missed sessions. Keep a record of each session, including its date, duration, topics, agreed actions and progress.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Job matching and recruitment events</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Match participants with suitable vacancies based on their skills, preferences and employer requirements. Obtain consent before sharing participant profiles, arrange referrals and interviews, and record employer feedback.</span></li> <li><span>Organize employer participation and participant referrals for the employer-linkage events in the assigned governorate. Coordinate with field and administrative support providers on delivery arrangements and follow up the opportunities generated.</span></li> <li><span>Flag unsuitable or unsafe opportunities to NEF. Do not charge participants recruitment or placement fees.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Placement follow-up and reporting</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Follow up directly with participants and, with their consent, employers after referrals, placements or workplace improvements. Record approximately one-month and three-month follow-up where these fall within the assignment, and hand over any later follow-up due.</span></li> <li><span>Work with field coordinators and NEF to document employment outcomes and retention using approved tools. Keep participant records complete and avoid double counting. Report unsuccessful referrals, unchanged outcomes and barriers accurately.</span></li> <li><span>Submit a concise output summary with each monthly invoice, linking the completed deliverables and supporting records. Report urgent concerns promptly.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>For Key Deliverables, Coordination and Reporting, Professional Standards, and Qualifications and Requirements, click here.</span></p><br> <p><span>Payment and Acceptance</span></p><br> <p><span>Month</span></p><br> <p><span>Deliverable bundle required for payment</span></p><br> <p><span>Fee per expert in IQD</span></p><br> <p><span>22–30 November 2026</span></p><br> <p><span>One accepted workplan and outreach targeting brief, approved profiling/selection tools, employer-mapping framework, and dated deliverable and review schedule.</span></p><br> <p><span>750,000–990,000</span></p><br> <p><span>December 2026</span></p><br> <p><span>150 completed participant profiles; mapping and documented consultations with five distinct employers/private-sector actors; first training-needs summary; Master Trainer shortlist assessment tools.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>January 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>150 further profiles, bringing the total to 300; documented selection of 200 trainees with unique records, reasons and consent; final training-needs summary; complete Master Trainer assessments and selection recommendations.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>February 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Agreed session plans and technical readiness review for both cohorts, enrolment lists for 200 trainees, and documented structured engagement with five additional employers/private-sector actors (10 cumulative). Submit an updated opportunity database and referral/recruitment-event plan.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>March 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>First cohort quality report and reconciled learning/attendance records. Select the first 50 intensive-support participants, complete their 50 career plans and deliver their first 50 core coaching sessions.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>April 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Second cohort quality report and reconciled learning/attendance records, completing coverage of 200 trainees. Select the remaining 50 intensive-support participants, complete their 50 career plans and deliver 50 first core sessions plus 25 second core sessions.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>May 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Deliver the remaining 75 second core coaching sessions and 50 action-plan follow-ups. Document structured engagement with five additional employers/private-sector actors (15 cumulative), consented referrals/interviews and recruitment events due under the governorate calendar.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>June 2027</span></p><br> <p><span>Deliver the remaining 50 action-plan follow-ups. Complete assigned recruitment-event records and outcome follow-ups due. Submit the employer register showing 15 distinct actors, and one final report with indexed participant files and outstanding follow-ups.</span></p><br> <p><span>2,500,000–3,300,000</span></p><br> <p><span>Total per expert</span></p><br> <p><span>300 profiles; 200 trainees; two cohort reports; 100 career plans; 200 core coaching sessions; 100 action-plan follow-ups; 15 distinct employers/private-sector actors; assigned recruitment events and final handover.</span></p><br> <p><span>18,250,000–24,090,000</span></p><br> <p><span>Invoice monthly after NEF’s written acceptance of the bundle, with payment processed in the last week of that ‎month. Agree submission and review cutoffs before commencement, allowing corrections before the payment ‎run. ‎</span></p><br> <p><span>If an event, approval or supplier record is delayed, agree a revised delivery schedule in writing. A partly ‎completed bundle is not payable in full. Any separately payable partial output must have a written agreed value ‎deducted from the remaining bundle fee, with no double charge or increase in the total. Where no alternative ‎output or partial value is agreed, defer the affected payment until acceptance.‎</span></p><br> <p><span>Evaluation Methodology</span></p><br> <p><span>Applications will be evaluated using 70 points for technical expertise and 30 points for the financial offer, for a total of 100 points. Applicants must score at least 49 out of 70 in the overall technical assessment to proceed to financial scoring. There are no separate criterion-level pass marks.</span></p><br> <p><span>Technical assessment</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Relevant experience: 10 points</span></li> <li><span>Career assessment and coaching: 15 points</span></li> <li><span>Employers and local labour-market knowledge: 10 points</span></li> <li><span>Job matching and referrals: 10 points</span></li> <li><span>Records and outcome follow-up: 8 points</span></li> <li><span>Inclusion and sector experience: 7 points</span></li> <li><span>Digital tools and languages: 8 points</span></li> <li><span>Qualifications and relevant training: 2 points</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Financial assessment</span></p><br> <p><span>Applicants must quote a monthly deliverable-bundle fee within IQD 2,500,000–3,300,000 and a separate positive daily rate, both inclusive of Iraqi income tax. Show the proposed nine-day November fee and total fee for the assignment. The monthly fee is used for comparable scoring; accepted deliverable bundles determine payment. The daily rate applies only to expressly agreed scope adjustments. Identify additional costs separately.</span></p><br> <p><span>Financial score = (lowest valid comparable monthly fee among technically qualified applicants in the relevant selection pool ÷ applicant’s valid comparable monthly fee) × 30, rounded to two decimal places. The combined score is the technical score plus the financial score.</span></p><br> <p><span>Baghdad, Anbar and Basrah are separate coverage pools, with one selection per pool. The Baghdad and Anbar assignments are based in Baghdad; the Basrah assignment is based in Basrah.</span></p><br> <p><span>How to Apply</span></p><br> <p><span>Submit all application documents through the relevant NEF vacancy on BambooHR by the closing date and time shown there. Follow the vacancy’s upload instructions.</span></p><br> <ul> <li><span>Curriculum vitae: An updated CV showing dated assignments and evidence relevant to the qualifications above.</span></li> <li><span>Brief cover letter: Explain relevant experience, confirm availability for the anticipated start and agreed activities, and state the preferred coverage assignment (Baghdad, Anbar or Basrah) and duty station (Baghdad or Basrah).</span></li> <li><span>Financial offer: Submit the monthly fee, positive daily rate, total assignment fee and deliverable-based fee breakdown, all in IQD and inclusive of Iraqi income tax, as described above. Identify additional costs separately.</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</span></p><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>Mission and objectives</p><p>UNICEF has a long-term commitment to Iraq’s children and young people, with the first formal cooperation agreement signed with the Government in 1963. UNICEF works in close partnership with the Federal through established Cooperation Agreements. UNICEF has a broad geographic presence in the country with four offices located in Basra, Baghdad, Erbil and Dohuk. UNICEF collaborates with UN agencies, international and national NGO partners to meet the humanitarian and development needs of most vulnerable children and young people.</p><p>In recent years, UNICEF’s work to support the unique needs of young people has gained momentum, as the challenges facing them have come more sharply into view. UNICEF is committed to deliver for all children and young people through its overall impact goal of ‘realizing the rights of every child, especially the most disadvantaged. The UNICEF Strategic Plan, 2018−2021 recognizes the whole spectrum of young people, including young adults or youth over 18, and includes in its Change Strategies “supporting young people and children as agents of change.” Taking its cue from the strategic plan, the Global Communication and Advocacy Strategy 2019−2021 (GCAS) asserts the important role that young people can play in the successful realization of UNICEF’s mandate, and outlines the need to listen to, co-create and collaborate with young people and create meaningful engagement opportunities for them to make a difference. Being important drivers of change, children and young people are essential partners and contributors to both the development and implementation of UNICEF’s Strategic Plan 2022 2025. With a new and ambitious SP, UNICEF intends to be deliberate and committed in fully involving children and young people in creating the solutions to accelerate the realization of the SDGs and driving change forward.</p><p>Context</p><p>The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) was established in 1946 by the United Nations General Assembly to provide humanitarian and development assistance to children worldwide. UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child, with a particular focus on the most vulnerable and marginalized populations. In Iraq, UNICEF supports the Government at federal and regional levels in strengthening systems and services that improve the well-being of children and families, including social protection, education, health, child protection, water and sanitation, and social policy.</p><p><br></p><p>This United Nations Volunteer (UNV) assignment is part of UNICEF Iraq's Social Policy Programme, which contributes to the reform and strengthening of Iraq's social protection system under the European Union–United Nations Joint Programme on Social Protection. The programme aims to support the Government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government in developing more inclusive, equitable, shock-responsive, and child-sensitive social protection systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Key interventions include supporting the implementation of the national Social Protection Strategy, strengthening institutional capacities, improving social protection delivery systems, generating evidence to inform policy reforms, and piloting innovative approaches to expand access to social protection services for vulnerable populations. The programme also supports initiatives such as cash transfer pilots, assessments focused on vulnerable groups including teenage mothers, and the modernization of social protection management information systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Key stakeholders include the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (Federal Iraq), the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Kurdistan Regional Government, the Ministry of Planning, the European Union, participating UN agencies, development partners, civil society organizations, and other national and sub-national institutions involved in social protection policy and service delivery.</p><p><br></p><p>The UN Volunteer will contribute to the effective implementation of programme activities through technical, coordination, operational, and administrative support, helping advance social protection reforms that improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families across Iraq.</p><p>Task description</p><p>Under the supervision of the Social Policy Specialist, the UN Volunteer will support the implementation of UNICEF's Social Protection programme by undertaking the following tasks:</p><p><br></p><p>Support the implementation of national social protection priorities</p><p>• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Social Protection Strategy implementation roadmaps for both the Federal Government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG).</p><p>• Assist in tracking progress against agreed milestones, identifying implementation bottlenecks, and supporting coordination with relevant government counterparts and development partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Support social protection research and assessments</p><p>• Contribute to the implementation of the Teenage Mothers Assessment, including coordination with stakeholders, data collection activities, review of outputs, and dissemination of findings.</p><p>• Support the generation of evidence and analysis to inform social protection policies and programmes.</p><p><br></p><p>Support government capacity strengthening</p><p>• Assist in the planning, organization, and delivery of capacity-building activities for government officials in line with the agreed annual workplan.</p><p>• Support the development of training materials, documentation of training outcomes, and follow-up actions to strengthen institutional capacities.</p><p><br></p><p>Support the expansion of cash transfer initiatives</p><p>• Assist with the implementation and scale-up of the Cash Pilot Programme in both Federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.</p><p>• Support coordination with government counterparts and partners to facilitate programme delivery, monitoring, and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Support programme coordination and event management</p><p>• Coordinate the organization of workshops, consultations, technical meetings, and high-level events related to the Social Protection programme.</p><p>• Liaise with event management service providers and ensure timely delivery of logistical and administrative arrangements in accordance with UNICEF procedures.</p><p>• Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, minutes, and follow-up action points as required.</p><p><br></p><p>Support operational and administrative processes</p><p>• Work closely with UNICEF Supply and Operations teams to facilitate the processing and follow-up of programme-related requests, including procurement, contracting, and logistical arrangements.</p><p>• Proactively monitor the status of requests and ensure timely communication between programme and operational teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Support partnership and stakeholder engagement</p><p>• Assist in maintaining effective coordination and communication with government institutions, UN agencies, development partners, civil society organizations, and other relevant stakeholders involved in social protection initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Perform other duties as required</p><p>Undertake any other programmatic, operational, coordination, or administrative tasks assigned by the Social Policy team to support the effective implementation of UNICEF's Social Protection programme.</p><p><br></p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><p>Age</p><p>18 - 80</p><p>Required experience</p><p>7 years</p><p>Nationality</p><p>Candidate must be a national, legal resident or hold refugee status in the country of assignment.</p><p><br></p><p>Assignment requirements</p><p>Relevant experience</p><p><br></p><p>7 years</p><p>Languages</p><p>English, Level: Fluent, Required</p><p>Arabic, Level: Fluent, Required</p><p>Kurdish, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable</p><p>Required education level</p><p>Bachelor's degree in Social Policy, Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration, Social Sciences, International Development, Political Science, or another relevant field is preferred.</p><p>Competencies and values</p><p>1 Builds and maintains partnerships</p><p>2 Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness</p><p>3 Innovates and embraces change</p><p>4 Drive to achieve results for impact</p><p>5 Manages ambiguity and complexity</p><p>6 Thinks and acts strategically Nurtures, leads and manages people</p><p>7 Works collaboratively with others</p><p>care, respect, integrity, trust, accountability and sustainability</p><p>Skills and experience</p><p>• Professional experience in social protection, social policy, programme management, public sector reform, public administration, or related fields.or other relevant programmes; experience working in the UN or other international development organization is an asset;</p><p>• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;</p><p>• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;</p><p>• Excellent interpersonal skills; cultural and social sensitivity; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;</p><p>• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;</p><p>• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, among others), email, and internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;</p><p>• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;</p><p>• Sound security awareness;</p><p>• Have affinity with or interest in social protection and public policy as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN system.</p><p><br></p></div>