Economic Analyst Jobs in Iraq
91 Jobs Found
Fisher Human Resource Consultancy
Iraq - Baghdad
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<p>We are seeking a Senior project Engineer who will define and develop industrial facilities and project scopes in line with business and operational requirements.</p><ul><li>Define and develop industrial facilities and project scopes aligned with business and operational requirements.</li><li>Lead or support feasibility studies, technical assessments, preliminary budgets, and project schedules.</li><li>Coordinate project activities across Operations, General Services, IT, Finance, and C&P.</li><li>Support the full project lifecycle from need definition and design through authorization, execution, and handover.</li><li>Identify opportunities for optimization, simplification, and innovation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory, company, and HSE requirements.</li><li>Provide technical support for tendering and contract management activities.</li><li>Monitor project progress, costs, risks, quality, and deliverables.</li><li>Provide technical guidance to project teams and junior contributors.</li><li>Support management in interactions with contractors, partners, and stakeholders.</li><li>Promote safe engineering practices, risk prevention, and environmental performance.</li><li>Ensure confidentiality of technical, contractual, financial, and project-related information.</li></ul><p><br></p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2>
<div data-jb-field="skills"><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent field.</li><li>15+ years of experience in industrial projects, engineering, or project delivery.</li><li>Experience in Oil & Gas, Energy, Infrastructure, or large-scale industrial environments strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong expertise in project planning, scheduling, execution, cost control, and risk management.</li><li>Solid knowledge of engineering design, technical specifications, and construction interfaces.</li><li>Good understanding of contract and procurement processes related to project delivery.</li><li>Ability to assess technical, economic, and environmental project feasibility.</li><li>Strong communication, stakeholder management, and multidisciplinary team coordination skills.</li><li>Strong problem-solving mindset with practical execution capability.</li><li>High level of autonomy, rigor, accountability, and adaptability.</li><li>Experience in international or multinational project environments, including cross-border teams and contractors.</li><li>Middle East or Iraq project experience is a strong advantage.</li><li>Fluent English and Arabic (mandatory); French is an advantage.</li></ul><p><br></p></div>
Sustainable Research and Development Center
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>SRD Center is seeking a qualified Quantitative Research / Statistics / Sampling Expert to support a mixed-methods research assignment focusing on migration dynamics, potential migration, information needs, migration intentions, and related socio-economic factors in Iraq. The assignment will include a large-scale quantitative survey targeting approximately 1,000 1,200 respondents in Baghdad and Basra, alongside complementary qualitative research and stakeholder mapping. The Quantitative Research / Statistics / Sampling Expert will provide technical leadership for the quantitative component of the study, including sampling methodology, fieldwork preparation, data quality assurance, data management, statistical analysis, and interpretation of findings. The Expert will work closely with the Team Leader/Senior Research Expert, Field Coordinator, field teams, and data processing staff to ensure that the survey is conducted according to sound social science research standards. Tasks: The Expert will be expected to: • Develop and/or refine the quantitative research methodology and sampling strategy. • Design a representative sampling approach for the target populations in Baghdad and Basra. • Advise on sample allocation across governorates, districts, and relevant respondent groups. • Provide technical input into the survey questionnaire and ensure consistency with the research objectives. • Support adaptation and pre-testing of the quantitative research instrument. • Develop data quality assurance and quality control procedures for field implementation. • Contribute to the preparation and delivery of enumerator training. • Support the Field Coordinator in monitoring quantitative data collection. • Review incoming field data for completeness, consistency, accuracy, and potential data quality problems. • Develop or supervise data cleaning, coding, validation, and management procedures. • Ensure that datasets are properly anonymised and handled according to applicable data protection requirements. • Conduct statistical analysis using appropriate quantitative analysis software. • Produce tables, graphs, cross-tabulations, and other statistical outputs. • Conduct disaggregated and location-specific analysis where appropriate. • Interpret quantitative findings and identify major patterns and trends. • Integrate quantitative findings with qualitative evidence and stakeholder mapping. • Contribute substantially to drafting the methodology, findings, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations of the research report. • Support preparation of data visualisations and the executive summary. • Respond to technical comments and contribute to revision and finalisation of research outputs.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>University degree, at minimum a Bachelor's degree, in statistics, econometrics, social sciences, research methods, economics, demography, or another relevant discipline; a Master's degree is preferred.</li><li>At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in quantitative research, data collection, and statistical analysis.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in survey design and implementation.</li><li>Strong experience developing sampling methodologies for large-scale surveys.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in quantitative data management, cleaning, validation, and analysis.</li><li>Proficiency in statistical analysis software such as SPSS, STATA, R, or equivalent.</li><li>Experience working with CAPI-based surveys is highly desirable.</li><li>Experience with research involving migration, displacement, returnees, vulnerable populations, labour markets, or socio-economic issues is an advantage.</li><li>Previous research experience in Iraq or the wider Western Asia/Middle East region is highly desirable.</li><li>Ability to translate complex quantitative findings into clear analytical conclusions and practical recommendations.</li><li>Excellent analytical and report-writing skills.</li><li>Good written and spoken English.</li><li>Arabic language skills are an advantage.</li><li>Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary research team and under tight timelines.</li></ul>
World Vision International
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.<br> <br>Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children s life stories!</p> <p> </p> <p> <u>Employee Contract Type:</u> </p>Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)<p> </p> <p> <u>Job Description:</u> </p> <p> <b> <u>JOB OPPORTUNITY</u> </b> </p> <p> <b> <u>Market Systems Development Specialist - Ninewa</u> </b> </p> <p>World Vision International is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. World Vision - Iraq Office is looking for a highly qualified and motivated person for the position of <b>Market Systems Development Specialist - Ninewa.</b> </p> <p> <b> <u> <span>PURPOSE OF POSITION</span></u>:</b> </p> <p> <span>The <b>Market Systems Development Specialist</b> will lead the design and implementation of inclusive market systems interventions under the <b> Sustainable and Resilient Future Ninewa </b> project. The role focuses on applying World Vision s Markets for Communities approach to strengthen market linkages between producers, private sector actors, and public institutions, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and inclusivity. The Specialist will identify opportunities to improve market functionality, facilitate value chain development, and design solutions that promote market growth and resilience. Responsibilities include building the capacity of project staff and partners on market systems development, harmonizing implementation and monitoring tools, and ensuring quality assurance in all economic development activities. The position will work closely with livelihood staff, saving groups, and financial institutions including microfinance providers to enable integrated market systems development and deliver measurable impact for farmers and local businesses.</span> </p> <p> <b> <u> <span>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></u> </b> </p> <p> <b> <u> <span> </span></u> </b> </p> <p>1. Technical Leadership, Mapping of key stakeholders, coordination of the Market, and Value Chain Analysis:</p> <p> <span> </span>Provide technical leadership on market systems and value chains for the Sustainable and Resilient Future Ninewa project, adopting the Markets for Communities module;</p> <p> <span> </span>Map and connect smallholder producers and saving groups to key market players (private/public/financial institutions) to increase productivity, profitability, and household incomes;</p> <p> <span> </span>Develop/contribute training materials and manuals for management of agricultural and non-agricultural enterprises including collection centers and value chain improvement;</p> <p> <span> </span>Identify and support niche commercialization opportunities (e.g., high-value crops, off farm opportunities).</p> <p>2. Monitoring, evaluation, reporting, learning, and knowledge management:</p> <p> <span> </span>Develop data collection tools and techniques to monitor interventions (including volume and value of marketed products in collection centers/cooperatives);</p> <p> <span> </span>Conduct follow-up visits to assess progress and provide technical support;</p> <p> <span> </span>Document lessons learned, best practices, successes, case studies, and impacts for internal/external sharing;</p> <p> <span> </span>Assist the Project Manager and MEAL Specialist in preparing timely, accurate, high-quality donor reports;</p> <p> <span> </span>Apply innovative approaches to monitor and evaluate performance, effectiveness, and impact of livelihood interventions;</p> <p> <span> </span>Support baseline and endline studies, research sustainable livelihoods and economic development; document case studies showing social transformation and sustainable development outcomes.</p> <p>3. Partnerships, networking, external engagements, and advocacy:</p> <p> <span> </span>Identify, profile, and build strategic linkages with partners across value chains, market systems, and financial inclusion;</p> <p> <span> </span>Liaise with financial institutions/MFIs to enable tailored financing and product development for commodity improvement and SME growth;</p> <p> <span> </span>Ensure effective coordination and engagement among project partners and stakeholders for delivery of the Business Plan for Economic Empowerment;</p> <p> <span> </span>Establish and maintain relations with Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Trade and Industry, and other relevant stakeholders;</p> <p> <span> </span>Increase project visibility through engagement in value chain and market systems development;</p> <p> <span> </span>Promote cross-learning through networks; participate in networking meetings and guide members toward mutually beneficial livelihood improvements;</p> <p> <span> </span>Represent the project in forums, workshops, and conferences; meet regularly with like-minded bodies to strategize effective Market Systems Development;</p> <p> <span> </span>Strengthen platforms for prioritized on farm, off farm, and non farm value chains;</p> <p> <span> </span>Identify advocacy issues affecting smallholders and mobilize stakeholders to influence policies, remove barriers, and expand access to markets;</p> <p> <span> </span>Lead mapping/selection/engagement/coordination of private sector actors.</p> <p>4. Acquisition of grants and resources:</p> <p> <span> </span>Identify challenges/opportunities within project areas and formulate concepts/proposals for donors;</p> <p> <span> </span>Participate in concept note/proposal development for livelihoods/resilience;</p> <p> <span> </span>Generate quality data and evidence to support proposals and showcase impacts;</p> <p> <span> </span>Build/strengthen relationships with private sector actors and donors to explore funding;</p> <p> <span> </span>Leverage ground evidence to attract additional financing for market systems interventions.</p> <p> </p> <p>Perform other duties as required</p> <p> <b> <u> <span> </span></u> </b> </p> <p><br></p>
Halliburton
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties Under broad direction from the Senior Reservoir Advisor and the Integrated Asset Management senior management and with support from engineering and operations staff across all Halliburton product service lines (PSL), The Reservoir Advisor works within a senior, multi- discipline petrotechnical team to develop and apply advanced reservoir engineering techniques in support of the evaluation and development of potentially large, yet challenging oil and gas field development projects for potential investment by IAM. The Reservoir Advisor will support prospect evaluation work by providing historical offset well performance evaluation (production decline curve analysis), determination of reservoir rock and fluid properties, deterministic as well as probabilistic in-place hydrocarbon volumetric calculations, static reservoir modeling, dynamic reservoir simulation, well test analysis, field development/re-development planning, recommendations for production enhancement, EUR / recovery efficiency analysis, forecasts of future production performance, preliminary economic analysis, and other work related to reservoir understanding / development.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Requires an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir engineering, which includes experience in an oil & gas operator.</li></ul>
Halliburton
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties Under broad direction from the Senior Reservoir Advisor and the Integrated Asset Management senior management and with support from engineering and operations staff across all Halliburton product service lines (PSL), the Reservoir Advisor works within a senior, multi- discipline petrotechnical team to develop and apply advanced reservoir engineering techniques in support of the evaluation and development of potentially large, yet challenging oil and gas field development projects for potential investment by IAM. The Reservoir Advisor will support prospect evaluation work by providing historical offset well performance evaluation (production decline curve analysis), determination of reservoir rock and fluid properties, deterministic as well as probabilistic in-place hydrocarbon volumetric calculations, static reservoir modeling, dynamic reservoir simulation, well test analysis, field development/re-development planning, recommendations for production enhancement, EUR / recovery efficiency analysis, forecasts of future production performance, preliminary economic analysis, and other work related to reservoir understanding / development.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Requires an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir engineering, which includes experience in an oil & gas operator.</li></ul>
Halliburton
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties Under broad direction from the Senior Reservoir Advisor and the Integrated Asset Management senior management and with support from engineering and operations staff across all Halliburton product service lines (PSL), the Reservoir Advisor works within a senior, multi- discipline petrotechnical team to develop and apply advanced reservoir engineering techniques in support of the evaluation and development of potentially large, yet challenging oil and gas field development projects for potential investment by IAM. The Reservoir Advisor will support prospect evaluation work by providing historical offset well performance evaluation (production decline curve analysis), determination of reservoir rock and fluid properties, deterministic as well as probabilistic in-place hydrocarbon volumetric calculations, static reservoir modeling, dynamic reservoir simulation, well test analysis, field development/re-development planning, recommendations for production enhancement, EUR / recovery efficiency analysis, forecasts of future production performance, preliminary economic analysis, and other work related to reservoir understanding / development.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Requires an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir engineering, which includes experience in an oil & gas operator.</li></ul>
International Labour Organization
Iraq - Baghdad
<p><br></p><p>Objectives of the Meeting</p><p>Present the efforts already made in Iraq on the transition from the informal to the formal economy, across enterprise registration, tax administration, labour inspection and enforcement, skills development and social security coverage.</p><p>Present an analysis of the composition of Iraq's informal economy by category of worker and economic unit, drawn from existing labour force survey rounds and administrative registers.</p><p>Introduce the international framework provided by ILO Recommendation No. 204 and the elements that a national formalization strategy is expected to contain.</p><p>Agree the evidence the National Steering Committee requires in order to draft the Strategy, and the sequence in which that evidence will be produced.</p><p>The Building Equitable and Inclusive Transformation (BEIT) project, funded by the European Union and implemented by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in partnership with the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and the International Trade Centre (ITC), supports the launch of the Iraq Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) through a high-level event that will bring together all national partners and ILO constituents, including the Government, employers and workers organizations, to participate in the official signing ceremony of the DWCP. The event will provide a platform to formally endorse the Programme, reaffirm the commitment of national constituents and development partners to advancing decent work in Iraq, and highlight the shared priorities and strategic areas of cooperation for the period. It will also strengthen visibility of the DWCP and promote continued coordination and collaboration among national stakeholders in its implementation.</p><p>Under the same event management contract, the ILO will also conduct a workshop to discuss the Iraqi Labour Code amendments essential to address key gaps, challenges and support the compliance with international labour standards in line with BEIT project labour governance refrorm agenda at policy level. Both events will be conducted on the 3rd of September in sequence at the same venue. While the launch event of the DWCP will be implemented from 9:00 -12:00, the labour code amendments workshop will be implemented from 01:00 to 03:00.</p><p>The objectives of the 2 events on the 3rd of September:</p><p>To formally launch and endorse the Iraq Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) through a high-level signing ceremony, reaffirming the commitment of the Government, employers and workers organizations, and other national partners to its implementation.</p><p>To strengthen national ownership and partnership around the DWCP by bringing together key government institutions, social partners, development partners, and other stakeholders to promote coordinated action towards advancing decent work in Iraq.</p><p>To raise awareness and visibility of the DWCP and its strategic priorities, highlighting its contribution to employment creation, labour rights, social protection, social dialogue, inclusive economic development, and improved labour market governance.</p><p>To facilitate policy dialogue on the proposed amendments to the Iraqi Labour Code, providing a platform for government institutions, employers and workers organizations, and other relevant stakeholders to discuss key gaps and challenges and identify areas requiring further reform.</p><p>To build consensus and support for Labour Code reforms aligned with international labour standards, while strengthening tripartite dialogue and establishing a shared understanding of the priorities and next steps required to advance labour governance reforms in Iraq.</p><p>Purpose for this Service: Workshop on National Efforts in the Transition to the Formal Economy</p><p>The ILO is seeking a qualified event management service provider to deliver the following services for 3 key strategic events: the venues, interpretation, catering, printing, media, visibility and logistical services required and others as detailed in the below logistic requirements tables for these series of workshops that will be implemented in Baghdad. The event is expected to be delivered to a high professional standard commensurate with a high-level national event attended by senior government officials, members of the diplomatic community, and senior ILO representatives. The service provider will be responsible for ensuring the smooth organization of the events, including venue arrangements, interpretation services, catering, meeting materials, media and visibility requirements, participant support, and all related logistical coordination in line with ILO standards.</p><p>Facilitate a well-organized one-day national workshop on 2nd of September in Baghdad for up to 50 participants, in a four-star or five-star hotel approved by the United Nations Department of Safety and Security.</p><p>Facilitate well-organized 2 events on the 3rd of September in Baghdad, the morning event will engage up to 115 participants, while the afternoon workshop will engage 50 participants. The hotel should be Rasheed, Babylon or World Heart.</p><p>Support all arrangements for simultaneous Arabic English- Kurdish interpretation, hybrid connection, catering, printing, media coverage, visibility materials, and accommodation for participants travelling from outside Baghdad.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><br></p>
UN Children's Fund
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society s most disadvantaged citizens addressing inequity not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.</p><p>The Education Officer will be based in the South Field Office (Basra) and will lead the coordination, planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of UNICEF s education programme in the southern region, under the technical guidance and support of the Education Section at the Country Office (CO). The Education Officer will report administratively to the Chief of Field Office (Basra), and technically to the Chief of Education or a designated Education Specialist (Level 4/3) at the Country Office, who will provide strategic direction, technical oversight, and quality assurance for programme implementation.</p><p>Under the supervision of the Chief Field Office, the Education Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for education programmes/projects within the Country Programme from development planning to delivery of results, preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative programme tasks to facilitate programme development, implementation, programme progress monitoring, evaluating and reporting. Technically, the position focuses on three components: system building and strengthening the governance of the education system; expanding equitable access to quality learning opportunities through formal, nonformal and early childhood education; and improvement of learning, learning outcomes, and skills development.</p><p><strong>Summary of key functions/accountabilities:</strong></p><ul><li>1.Support to programme development and planning</li><li>2.Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results</li><li>3.Technical and operational support to programme implementation</li><li>4.Networking and partnership building</li><li>5.Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building</li></ul><p>1.Support to programme development and planning</p><ul><li>Contribute to the preparation and updating of the situation analysis for the development, design and management of education related programmes/projects.</li><li>Research and report on development trends (economic, social, health etc.) and data for use in programme development, management, monitoring, evaluation and delivery of results.</li><li>Contribute to the development and establishment of sectoral programme goals, objectives and strategies and results-based planning through research, collection, analysis and reporting of education and other related information for development planning and goal setting.</li><li>Provide technical and administrative support throughout all stages of programming processes by executing and administering a variety of technical programme transactions, preparing materials and documentations, and complying with organizational processes and management systems, to support programme planning, results-based planning (RBM) and monitoring and evaluation of results.</li><li>Contribute to the programmatic component of humanitarian preparation and response; work at the intersection of the humanitarian-development-peace nexus; and coordinate organizational efforts to address climate change and environmental degradation, including through disaster risk reduction (DRR).</li><li>Contribute to UNICEF`s engagement in peace building and social cohesion and ensure mainstreaming of conflict sensitivity, peace building and shock responsiveness into country programmes and sectors, including responsiveness to internal migration and displacement.</li></ul><p>2.Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results.</p><ul><li>Work closely and collaboratively with internal colleagues and partners to collect, analyze and share information on implementation issues.</li><li>Suggest solutions on routine programme implementation and submit reports to alert appropriate officials and stakeholders for higher-level intervention and/or decisions.</li><li>Keep record of reports and assessments for easy reference and/or to capture and institutionalize lessons learned.</li><li>Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sectoral reviews with government and other counterparts and prepare minutes/reports on results for follow up action by higher management and other stakeholders.</li><li>Monitor and report on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other assets), verify compliance with approved allocation, organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.</li><li>Report on issues identified to ensure timely resolution by management/stakeholders.</li><li>Follow up on unresolved issues to ensure resolution.</li><li>Prepare draft inputs for programme/donor reporting.</li></ul><p>3.Technical and operational support to programme implementation</p><ul><li>Undertake field visits and surveys and share information with stakeholders to assess progress and refer to relevant officials for resolution.</li><li>Report on critical issues, bottlenecks and potential problems for timely action to achieve results.</li><li>Provide technical and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country office partners/donors on the application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices on education related issues to support programme implementation, operations and delivery of results.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>A university degree in one of the following fields is required: education, psychology, sociology or another relevant technical field.</p><p>A minimum of two years of professional experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education is required.</p><p>Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.</p><p>Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.</p><p>Fluency in English and Arabic is required.</p><p>Knowledge of another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.</p>
World Vision International
Iraq - Baghdad
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<p>With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.<br>Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!</p><br><p><u>Employee Contract Type:</u></p><br>Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)<p><u>Job Description:</u></p><br><p><b><u><span>JOB OPPORTUNITY</span></u></b></p><br><p><b><u><span>Market Systems Development Specialist - Ninewa</span></u></b></p><br><p><span>World Vision International is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. World Vision - Iraq Office is looking for a highly qualified and motivated person for the position of </span><b><span>Market Systems Development Specialist - Ninewa</span><span>.</span></b></p><br><p><span><b><u><span>PURPOSE OF POSITION</span></u><span>:</span></b></span></p><br><p><span><span>The </span><b><span>Market Systems Development Specialist</span></b><span> will lead the design and implementation of inclusive market systems interventions under the </span><b><span>“Sustainable and Resilient Future – Ninewa”</span></b><span> project. The role focuses on applying World Vision’s Markets for Communities approach to strengthen market linkages between producers, private sector actors, and public institutions, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and inclusivity. The Specialist will identify opportunities to improve market functionality, facilitate value chain development, and design solutions that promote market growth and resilience. Responsibilities include building the capacity of project staff and partners on market systems development, harmonizing implementation and monitoring tools, and ensuring quality assurance in all economic development activities. The position will work closely with livelihood staff, saving groups, and financial institutions including microfinance providers to enable integrated market systems development and deliver measurable impact for farmers and local businesses.</span></span></p><br><p><span><b><u><span>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></u></b></span></p><br><p><span>1. </span><span>Technical Leadership, Mapping of key stakeholders, coordination of the Market, and Value Chain Analysis:</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Provide technical leadership on market systems and value chains for the Sustainable and Resilient Future–Ninewa project, adopting the Markets for Communities module;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Map and connect smallholder producers and saving groups to key market players (private/public/financial institutions) to increase productivity, profitability, and household incomes;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Develop/contribute training materials and manuals for management of agricultural and non-agricultural enterprises— including collection centers and value chain improvement;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Identify and support niche commercialization opportunities (e.g., high-value crops, off‑farm opportunities).</span></p><br><p><span>2. </span><span>Monitoring, evaluation, reporting, learning, and knowledge management:</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Develop data collection tools and techniques to monitor interventions (including volume and value of marketed products in collection centers/cooperatives);</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Conduct follow-up visits to assess progress and provide technical support;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Document lessons learned, best practices, successes, case studies, and impacts for internal/external sharing;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Assist the Project Manager and MEAL Specialist in preparing timely, accurate, high-quality donor reports;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Apply innovative approaches to monitor and evaluate performance, effectiveness, and impact of livelihood interventions;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Support baseline and endline studies, research sustainable livelihoods and economic development; document case studies showing social transformation and sustainable development outcomes.</span></p><br><p><span>3. </span><span>Partnerships, networking, external engagements, and advocacy:</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Identify, profile, and build strategic linkages with partners across value chains, market systems, and financial inclusion;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Liaise with financial institutions/MFIs to enable tailored financing and product development for commodity improvement and SME growth;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Ensure effective coordination and engagement among project partners and stakeholders for delivery of the Business Plan for Economic Empowerment;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Establish and maintain relations with Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Trade and Industry, and other relevant stakeholders;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Increase project visibility through engagement in value chain and market systems development;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Promote cross-learning through networks; participate in networking meetings and guide members toward mutually beneficial livelihood improvements;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Represent the project in forums, workshops, and conferences; meet regularly with like-minded bodies to strategize effective Market Systems Development;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Strengthen platforms for prioritized on‑farm, off‑farm, and non‑farm value chains;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Identify advocacy issues affecting smallholders and mobilize stakeholders to influence policies, remove barriers, and expand access to markets;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Lead mapping/selection/engagement/coordination of private sector actors.</span></p><br><p><span>4. </span><span>Acquisition of grants and resources:</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Identify challenges/opportunities within project areas and formulate concepts/proposals for donors;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Participate in concept note/proposal development for livelihoods/resilience;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Generate quality data and evidence to support proposals and showcase impacts;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Build/strengthen relationships with private sector actors and donors to explore funding;</span></p><br><p><span><span>· </span></span><span>Leverage ground evidence to attract additional financing for market systems interventions.</span></p><br><p><span>Perform other duties as required</span></p><br><p><span><b><u><span>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</span></u></b></span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Rural Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or any other related field.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>A Bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience may be considered in place of a Master’s.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>At least 5 years of relevant work experience in designing and implementing economic development/Market System development projects in the Private sector, Public or Non-Government Organizations.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Must have an awareness of key market system-related project models and approaches such as inclusive Market Systems Development, Local Value Chain Development (LVCD), Business Facilitation, (BF), Saving Groups, Microfinance, Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA), Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture (NSA), Farmer Managed Natural Resources (FMNR), Citizen Voice and Action (CVA), Cash/Food Programming, and CBDRM.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Experience working with government institutions, NGOs, and international development agencies.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Sound knowledge of the Iraq Resilience and Livelihood programming context</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Demonstrated ability to work in Resilience and Livelihood programs across Iraq</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Strong project management skills</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Strong capacity building skills</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Good interpersonal skills</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Ability to work with minimal supervision</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written).</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Proficiency in English (spoken and written).</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Capacity to carry training materials and equipment as needed.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>No specific physical limitations, but reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Experience in designing and delivering Training of Trainers (ToT) programs.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Familiarity with climate-smart agriculture, sustainable land management, and water conservation techniques.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Knowledge of local agricultural systems, market dynamics, and value chains in Iraq.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Experience with donor-funded projects, particularly those funded by UN agencies or international NGOs.</span></p><br><p><span><b><u><span>WORK ENVIRONMENT:</span></u></b></span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>The position is based in Ninewa-Mosul.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Willingness to travel frequently within Ninewa Governorate, including rural and field locations. (Up to 80% of the time)</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Ability to work in a multicultural and occasionally high-pressure environment.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and field conditions.</span></p><br><p><span>· </span><span>Ability to conduct field visits in rural/agricultural settings, which may involve walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor conditions.</span></p><br><p><u>Applicant Types Accepted:</u></p><br>Local Applicants Only </div>
DHL
Iraq - Baghdad
<div ><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><div ><p ><strong><span >YOU TACKLE FOR QUALITY AND GREAT SERVICE. THIS WILL IMPROVE THE LIFE OF OUR CUSTOMERS.</span></strong><span ></span></p><p ><span > </span></p><p ><span >Would you like to become part of the world's most international company in the world?</span></p><p ><span >A company that pioneered cross-border express delivery in 1969 and is now active in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Do you want to be part of a company that connects people worldwide? And the more people we connect, the better life will be on our planet.</span></p><p ><span > <br> Join our team and discover how an international network that's focused on service, quality and sustainability, is able to connect people and improve lives through the power of global trade. And not just for our customers, but for every member of our team too. To learn more about our culture, motivated people and our purpose, please visit www.dpdhl.jobs/express <br> </span></p><p ><span >Do you want to make a difference? Then come to our "Insanely Customer Centric" Team and become a Certified International Specialist!</span></p><p ><span > </span></p><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Overall Role Purpose </span></strong></p><p ><span ></span></p><p ><span >The Country Manager has overall accountability for the short- and long-term plans that ensure long-term success and profitability of the company.</span></p><p ><span >This will be achieved by building a strong functional team that has the appropriate direction and leadership to ensure that the strategic and operating plans are developed and implemented according to local regional and global strategic direction.</span></p><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span ><br></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Your Tasks:</span></strong><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Service:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To enable and manage the achievement of service performance that meets or exceeds customer expectations and differentiates DHL from the competitors.</span></li><li><span >To ensure regional and global service standards are met or exceeded.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Customer Relations:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To liaise with key and strategically important customers at the appropriate level to ensure customer retention, development and growth of new business.</span></li><li><span >To be sensitive to emerging customers and market requirements.</span></li><li><span >To ensure the improvement of Customer Satisfaction over time through customer service initiatives and strategies delivering best-in-class service</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Representation:</span></strong></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" ></p><ul><li><span >To create, maintain and develop a favorable DHL image with its various influential audiences such as NGOs, partners, industry bodies and governments to facilitate the company's growth and development.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Business Performance & Result</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >To ensure that the annual business plan including revenue, cash flow, profit and service levels are met, and corrective action is taken to rectify any negative variance.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Direction & Leadership:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >Determine local Country/ Country Group short- and long-term strategies and market approach within overall regional context.</span></li><li><span >To provide strong leadership to ensure agreed strategies and goals are communicated and effectively implemented.</span></li><li><span >To contribute to regional direction, ensuring that local environmental factors are taken into consideration in the setting of regional strategies and policies.</span></li><li><span >To regularly and actively chair the Senior Management Team.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Group Participation:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure close co-ordination of strategic activities with Solutions and Intercontinental business as well as GCS.</span></li><li><span >To actively promote exchange of expertise and communication with other DHL and DPWN units</span></li><li><span >To promote and participate in cross-BU activities and leverages synergies with other DPWN divisions</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Commercial:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the development of new business and maintenance of existing business in line with the Region’s profitability and growth targets.</span></li><li><span >To ensure revenue yield enhancement and market share growth through the development and implementation of pricing and marketing plans.</span></li><li><span >To ensure sales strategies and enabling tactics, drive both acquisition and retention of revenue throughout the DBU, Regular and Local Advantage revenue channels.</span></li><li><span >To actively monitor the market, ensuring full awareness of competitors’ strategies and actions.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Operations:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of the fastest, most reliable and secure global door-to-door express transport service in the market in the most cost-effective manner.</span></li><li><span >To ensure the planning and implementation of strategies to improve service and transit time performance whilst managing costs.</span></li><li><span >To manage the effective implementation and use of appropriate technology in all sections of the service chain, in order to enhance service and improve productivity.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Information Services:</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of professional and stage-of-the-art Information Services, enabling the business to obtain competitive advantage.</span></li></ul><p ><strong><span >Human Resources:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of HR advice and services that drive and reinforce DHL’s culture and business strategies.</span></li><li><span >To ensure the provision of a supportive working environment suitable to achieving business objectives</span></li><li><span >To implement and drive regional and local recognition and reward programs.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Business Planning:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To develop annual business plans that support the agreed strategies, improve market share and service levels, as well as meeting the expected financial contribution levels to the network.</span></li><li><span >To continually review and improve business processes to improve productivity and add value to DHL services.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Financial Management:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the financial wellbeing of the company from a legal, statutory and DHL management perspective.</span></li><li><span >To set, review, and implement capital and revenue budgets.</span></li><li><span >To ensure that cost control programmes are effectively implemented to manage unit costs.</span></li><li><span >To improve liquidity through good capital and debtor management</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Change Management:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To develop and implement change projects based on technological and industry change directions/trends.</span></li><li><span >To drive and implement local integration (Note significant project may take a few years)</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Administration:</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >To ensure the provision of suitable facilities and fleet in compliance with local statutory requirements in a cost-effective manner.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >Organization Climate:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >To develop an organizational culture that nurtures and encourages service excellence, quality and a ‘can do’ mindset.</span></li><li><span >To manage the improvement of Employee Satisfaction over time and work towards positioning as an employer of choice.</span></li><li><span >Create a culture of change and continuous improvement to achieve long-term success.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span >People Management:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span >Determine organization structure, roles and responsibility and performance targets for the function.</span></li><li><span >Develop a culture of quality, service excellence (for internal customers), flexibility and cost consciousness.</span></li><li><span >Develop team spirit and multitasking capabilities within the team.</span></li><li><span >Plan, organize and direct an efficient and effective function.</span></li><li><span >Develop IKOs/KPIs with team members and monitor individual performance.</span></li><li><span >Responsible for complying with talent management and performance process.</span></li><li><span >Manage the allocation of appropriate resources and commitment of staff to the achievement of Global, Regional and Country objectives and targets.</span></li></ul><div><font face="Delivery, sans-serif"><span ><br></span></font></div><p ><strong><span ></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Your Profile:</span></strong><span ></span></p><ul><li><span >5 to 7 years DHL experience managing large teams of people. In addition to prior experience in at least two core DHL functions at a senior level.</span></li><li><span >Good knowledge of Iraq Market.</span></li><li><span >Broad understanding of all functional aspects of the business and prior experience managing a complete profit and loss entity.</span></li><li><span >High degree of commercial and business acumen and an understanding of the external economic environment and how this may affect DHL's short- and long-term planning</span></li><li><span >Languages: high level of proficiency in </span><span >French, Arabic and English.</span></li><li><span >Highly proficient communication skills, spoken and written.</span></li><li><span >Solid background in the Air Express or Logistics industry.</span></li><li><span >Commercial awareness of the transportation industry, aviation and regulatory issues.</span></li><li><span >Negotiation experience.</span></li><li><span >Presentation skills.</span></li><li><span >Software skills (Microsoft applications, internet user skills, etc).</span></li><li><span >Ability and willingness to travel.</span></li><li><span >Experience in managing significant change programs and working within a matrix environment.</span></li><li><span >Experience of networking among local businesses, government and community leaders.</span></li><li><span >International business experience, working and living in multicultural and multi-racial environments.</span></li></ul><p ><span ></span></p><p ><span ></span></p><p ><span ></span></p><p ><strong><span ><br></span></strong></p><p ><strong><span >Our Offer:</span></strong></p><p ></p><ul><li><span >Strong career support in an international environment.</span></li><li>Great culture and colleagues.</li><li>Multifarious benefit program.</li></ul><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span ></span></p><p ><span >Do you see a personal challenge in these versatile and responsible tasks? Then apply now!</span></p><p ><span > </span></p><p ><strong><span >We look forward to receiving your application!</span></strong></p></div></div><br><br>
Sustainable Research and Development Center
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>SRD Center is seeking an experienced Arabic English Translator / Interpreter to support a research assignment involving quantitative and qualitative research on migration-related issues in Baghdad and Basra, Iraq.</p><p>The Translator / Interpreter will support the accurate translation of research instruments and qualitative research materials between Arabic and English and may also provide interpretation support during interviews, meetings, training sessions, or other research activities when required.</p><p>Given the sensitive and technical nature of the research, the successful candidate must be able to translate accurately while preserving the intended meaning, tone, terminology, and contextual nuances of participants' responses.</p><strong>Tasks:</strong> The Translator / Interpreter will:<br><ul><li>Translate quantitative survey questionnaires from English into Arabic.</li><li>Translate qualitative interview guidelines and research tools into Arabic.</li><li>Review translated research instruments for clarity, consistency, and contextual appropriateness.</li><li>Support refinement of terminology following questionnaire pre-testing or pilot activities.</li><li>Translate qualitative interview transcripts, summaries, or notes from Arabic into English.</li><li>Ensure translated transcripts accurately reflect the meaning and context of the original interviews.</li><li>Provide interpretation during interviews, research meetings, training sessions, or consultations when requested.</li><li>Support communication between Arabic-speaking field staff and English-speaking research experts.</li><li>Maintain consistent terminology across all research materials.</li><li>Review translated documents for grammar, clarity, and accuracy.</li><li>Work closely with qualitative researchers to clarify culturally or contextually specific expressions.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of all research interviews, documents, and respondent information.</li><li>Ensure that sensitive terminology is translated neutrally and professionally.</li><li>Meet agreed translation deadlines and quality requirements.</li><li>Revise translations based on feedback from the research team.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>University degree in translation, languages, English, Arabic, linguistics, social sciences, or another relevant field.</li><li>Demonstrated professional experience in Arabic English and English Arabic translation .</li><li>Excellent command of both Arabic and English .</li><li>Strong written English skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to translate research, development, humanitarian, social science, or technical documents.</li><li>Experience translating survey questionnaires, interview guides, transcripts, or research reports is highly desirable.</li><li>Previous interpretation experience is an advantage.</li><li>Familiarity with terminology related to migration, displacement, irregular migration, returnees, socio-economic development, or humanitarian programming is desirable.</li><li>Knowledge of the Iraqi context and Iraqi Arabic terminology is strongly preferred.</li><li>Ability to translate sensitive discussions accurately and neutrally.</li><li>Strong attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work under tight deadlines.</li><li>Commitment to confidentiality and responsible handling of sensitive information.</li></ul>
Sustainable Research and Development Center
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>SRD Center is recruiting qualified Enumerators / Interviewers to support a large-scale field research assignment in Baghdad and Basra. The assignment will involve face-to-face quantitative interviews with potential migrants, internally displaced persons and other relevant respondent groups. Approximately 1,000 1,200 interviews will be conducted using a Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) system. Enumerators will receive training on the questionnaire, sampling procedures, interviewing techniques, research ethics, informed consent, data protection, and use of the electronic data collection platform before beginning fieldwork.</p><p>Tasks: Enumerators / Interviewers will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Participate fully in mandatory enumerator training.</li><li>Participate in questionnaire pre-testing and pilot interviews.</li><li>Become familiar with the questionnaire, respondent selection procedures, and survey methodology.</li><li>Conduct face-to-face interviews with selected respondents in assigned locations.</li><li>Administer questionnaires electronically using smartphones, tablets, or other CAPI devices.</li><li>Follow the sampling and respondent-selection procedures provided by the research team.</li><li>Explain the purpose of the research clearly and professionally to potential respondents.</li><li>Obtain informed consent before conducting interviews.</li><li>Ensure respondent privacy, confidentiality, and respectful treatment.</li><li>Accurately record respondents' answers without interpretation or alteration.</li><li>Ensure that all mandatory questions are completed correctly.</li><li>Review completed questionnaires before submission.</li><li>Upload survey data according to established procedures.</li><li>Maintain regular communication with the Field Coordinator/Supervisor.</li><li>Immediately report difficulties, refusals, safety concerns, or technical problems.</li><li>Participate in daily briefings and debriefings when required.</li><li>Respond to quality-control questions or requests for clarification from supervisors.</li><li>Follow all data protection, ethical, safeguarding, and confidentiality procedures.</li><li>Achieve agreed daily interview targets while maintaining data quality.</li><li>Perform other reasonable field research tasks assigned by the Field Coordinator.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Diploma, university degree, or current university studies in social sciences, statistics, economics, business, development studies, sociology, or another relevant area. Relevant field experience may be considered in place of formal academic qualifications.</li><li>Previous experience conducting face-to-face surveys or interviews.</li><li>Experience using electronic/mobile data collection applications is strongly preferred.</li><li>Previous experience with KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO, or similar platforms is an advantage.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with people from different socio-economic and community backgrounds.</li><li>Good interpersonal and interviewing skills.</li><li>Ability to follow detailed instructions and survey protocols.</li><li>High level of attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work independently in the field while remaining accountable to supervisors.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic is required.</li><li>Ability to read and understand basic English instructions is an advantage.</li><li>Knowledge of the local context in Baghdad and/or Basra is strongly preferred.</li><li>Previous experience conducting surveys involving migrants, returnees, IDPs, youth, employment, livelihoods, or other vulnerable groups is an advantage.</li><li>Availability for training, pilot testing, and the full fieldwork period.</li><li>Commitment to confidentiality, neutrality, respectful conduct, and research ethics.</li></ul>
Sustainable Research and Development Center
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>SRD Center is seeking an experienced Field Coordinator / Survey Supervisor to support the implementation of a mixed-methods research assignment in Baghdad and Basra, Iraq. The research will include a quantitative survey of approximately 1,000 1,200 respondents, together with qualitative interviews and stakeholder engagement activities. The Field Coordinator / Survey Supervisor will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and supervision of field data collection and will ensure that enumerators conduct interviews in accordance with the approved sampling methodology, questionnaire, ethical procedures, data protection requirements, and quality standards.</p><p>Tasks:</p><ul><li>Coordinate fieldwork activities in the assigned governorate(s).</li><li>Support the development of a detailed field implementation plan.</li><li>Assist in identifying appropriate field locations and respondent access strategies.</li><li>Support the recruitment and mobilisation of enumerators/interviewers.</li><li>Coordinate and participate in enumerator training.</li><li>Organise and supervise questionnaire pre-testing and pilot data collection.</li><li>Develop daily fieldwork schedules and assign enumerators to agreed locations.</li><li>Ensure that sampling instructions and respondent selection procedures are correctly implemented.</li><li>Supervise face-to-face/CAPI data collection.</li><li>Monitor enumerator performance and compliance with research protocols.</li><li>Conduct daily quality checks on completed questionnaires.</li><li>Identify missing, inconsistent, incomplete, or potentially unreliable data.</li><li>Provide immediate feedback and corrective guidance to enumerators.</li><li>Monitor progress against daily and overall sample targets.</li><li>Maintain appropriate records of field implementation and respondent coverage.</li><li>Coordinate with local stakeholders where necessary to facilitate safe and effective field access.</li><li>Ensure informed consent, confidentiality, anonymity, and data protection procedures are followed.</li><li>Escalate fieldwork challenges, risks, delays, or security concerns to the research management team.</li><li>Coordinate closely with quantitative research and data management staff.</li><li>Support qualitative interview scheduling where required.</li><li>Prepare regular progress updates on fieldwork implementation.</li><li>Contribute practical observations and contextual information to the research team.</li><li>Support final verification and closure of field activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>University degree in social sciences, statistics, development studies, economics, sociology, political science, or another relevant discipline.</li><li>Demonstrated professional experience in supervising survey fieldwork in Iraq.</li><li>Strong experience managing teams of enumerators/interviewers.</li><li>Previous experience with large-scale household, socio-economic, migration, labour market, humanitarian, or similar surveys.</li><li>Experience using CAPI/mobile data collection systems such as KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO, CommCare, or similar platforms.</li><li>Good understanding of sampling procedures and field implementation protocols.</li><li>Demonstrated experience conducting field-level data quality control.</li><li>Knowledge of Baghdad and/or Basra and familiarity with local communities and institutional structures.</li><li>Ability to organise field logistics and manage multiple teams and locations.</li><li>Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet daily data collection targets.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic is required.</li><li>Good English communication skills are desirable.</li><li>Experience working with migrants, IDPs, returnees, youth, or other potentially vulnerable populations is an advantage.</li><li>Commitment to confidentiality, research ethics, and responsible data management.</li></ul>
Sustainable Research and Development Center
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>SRD Center is recruiting qualified Enumerators / Interviewers to support a large-scale field research assignment in Baghdad and Basra. The assignment will involve face-to-face quantitative interviews with potential migrants, internally displaced persons and other relevant respondent groups. Approximately 1,000 1,200 interviews will be conducted using a Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) system. Enumerators will receive training on the questionnaire, sampling procedures, interviewing techniques, research ethics, informed consent, data protection, and use of the electronic data collection platform before beginning fieldwork.</p><p>Tasks: Enumerators / Interviewers will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Participate fully in mandatory enumerator training.</li><li>Participate in questionnaire pre-testing and pilot interviews.</li><li>Become familiar with the questionnaire, respondent selection procedures, and survey methodology.</li><li>Conduct face-to-face interviews with selected respondents in assigned locations.</li><li>Administer questionnaires electronically using smartphones, tablets, or other CAPI devices.</li><li>Follow the sampling and respondent-selection procedures provided by the research team.</li><li>Explain the purpose of the research clearly and professionally to potential respondents.</li><li>Obtain informed consent before conducting interviews.</li><li>Ensure respondent privacy, confidentiality, and respectful treatment.</li><li>Accurately record respondents' answers without interpretation or alteration.</li><li>Ensure that all mandatory questions are completed correctly.</li><li>Review completed questionnaires before submission.</li><li>Upload survey data according to established procedures.</li><li>Maintain regular communication with the Field Coordinator/Supervisor.</li><li>Immediately report difficulties, refusals, safety concerns, or technical problems.</li><li>Participate in daily briefings and debriefings when required.</li><li>Respond to quality-control questions or requests for clarification from supervisors.</li><li>Follow all data protection, ethical, safeguarding, and confidentiality procedures.</li><li>Achieve agreed daily interview targets while maintaining data quality.</li><li>Perform other reasonable field research tasks assigned by the Field Coordinator.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h2>Qualifications:</h2><p>Candidates should have:</p><ul><li>Diploma, university degree, or current university studies in social sciences, statistics, economics, business, development studies, sociology, or another relevant area. Relevant field experience may be considered in place of formal academic qualifications.</li><li>Previous experience conducting face-to-face surveys or interviews.</li><li>Experience using electronic/mobile data collection applications is strongly preferred.</li><li>Previous experience with KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO, or similar platforms is an advantage.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with people from different socio-economic and community backgrounds.</li><li>Good interpersonal and interviewing skills.</li><li>Ability to follow detailed instructions and survey protocols.</li><li>High level of attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work independently in the field while remaining accountable to supervisors.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic is required.</li><li>Ability to read and understand basic English instructions is an advantage.</li><li>Knowledge of the local context in Baghdad and/or Basra is strongly preferred.</li><li>Previous experience conducting surveys involving migrants, returnees, IDPs, youth, employment, livelihoods, or other vulnerable groups is an advantage.</li><li>Availability for training, pilot testing, and the full fieldwork period.</li><li>Commitment to confidentiality, neutrality, respectful conduct, and research ethics.</li></ul>
Tearfund
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>Tearfund is seeking an experienced and collaborative Project Coordinator to join our team in Iraq and play a key role in coordinating the delivery of our portfolio within a consortium project. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is passionate about influencing change, driving high-quality project implementation, and ensuring impactful partnerships in alignment with Tearfund's Country Strategy.</p><p>To coordinate and manage Tearfund's portfolio within a consortium project and manage Tearfund's partner, in coordination with the Programme Quality Director (PQD), ensuring effective design, assessment and monitoring of partner projects in support of the delivery of Tearfund's Strategy for Iraq while ensuring projects reflect Tearfund Quality Standard commitments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A University Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Development, Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Economics, Business, or other discipline relating to Livelihoods and resilience or a humanitarian-related field).</li><li>A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role, specifically in managing Public Private Partnership.</li><li>Very strong experience in resilience and livelihoods programming at both strategic and operational levels</li><li>Demonstrated experience in integrating gender and diversity issues into programmes</li><li>Project cycle management experience, including strategic planning, budgeting, reporting, monitoring & evaluation</li><li>Demonstrated experience in partnership management and providing support to partner organisations.</li><li>Proven ability to coordinate project implementation and track deliverables against work plans.</li><li>Experience in managing documentation, budgets, and project data to ensure high-quality reporting.</li><li>Experience in delivering training or mentoring colleagues or partners in good project practices.</li><li>Prior experience with international humanitarian organizations</li></ul><p>The ideal candidate should also have:</p><ul><li>Strong coordination, influencing, and relationship-building skills for working with staff and partners.</li><li>Strong interest in Gender and Women's Economic Empowerment programs</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of addressing programmatic challenges.</li><li>Ability to communicate ideas in a culturally-sensitive manner and conducive to their practical application especially in similar contexts</li><li>Ability to adapt and work within a multicultural, multilingual and multidisciplinary environment</li><li>Excellent report writing and facilitation skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-moving environment and comfortable with constant change.</li><li>Strong organisational and administrative skills.</li><li>Strong IT skills (Google Workspace, Excel, etc.).</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.</li><li>Fluent in spoken and written Arabic</li><li>Excellent spoken and written English</li><li>Very good interpersonal and negotiation skills</li><li>Mentoring and coaching skills</li></ul>
Sustainable Research and Development Center
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>SRD Center is seeking experienced Qualitative Researchers / Key Informant Interviewers to support a mixed-methods research assignment examining migration dynamics, migration decision-making, irregular migration, information needs, and related contextual factors in Iraq. The qualitative component will complement a large quantitative survey and stakeholder mapping exercise. It will include in-depth interviews with relevant experts, non-governmental stakeholders, community actors, and/or Iraqi returnees from Europe in Baghdad and Basra.</p><p>The Qualitative Researcher will be responsible for conducting high-quality interviews, accurately documenting respondents' perspectives, identifying key themes, and supporting qualitative analysis and reporting.</p><p>Tasks:</p><ul><li>Review qualitative interview guidelines and research objectives.</li><li>Provide contextual input into the adaptation of interview guides.</li><li>Participate in briefing and training sessions before fieldwork.</li><li>Support identification and recruitment of relevant interviewees where required.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule interviews with selected participants.</li><li>Conduct professional and confidential in-depth interviews.</li><li>Use appropriate probing techniques to obtain detailed and relevant information.</li><li>Explore migration experiences, motivations, information sources, risks, decision-making processes, migration routes, changing migration dynamics, and related issues.</li><li>Where applicable, gather information on changing smuggling trends and migration patterns.</li><li>Obtain informed consent and comply with ethical and data protection procedures.</li><li>Take comprehensive interview notes and/or support recording arrangements where consent has been provided.</li><li>Prepare accurate interview summaries or transcripts.</li><li>Support translation of qualitative findings into English when required.</li><li>Conduct initial coding and thematic analysis as requested.</li><li>Identify emerging themes, patterns, contradictions, and contextual explanations.</li><li>Support triangulation of qualitative findings with quantitative survey results and stakeholder information.</li><li>Participate in research team debriefings.</li><li>Contribute to drafting qualitative findings and analytical sections of the final report.</li><li>Maintain strict confidentiality regarding participants and sensitive information.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>University degree in sociology, anthropology, social sciences, migration studies, political science, development studies, psychology, international relations, or another relevant field.</li><li>Demonstrated professional experience in qualitative research.</li><li>Strong experience conducting key informant interviews and/or in-depth interviews.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to use qualitative probing techniques and document complex narratives accurately.</li><li>Previous research experience related to migration, displacement, return and reintegration, human mobility, livelihoods, youth, or vulnerable populations is highly desirable.</li><li>Experience working in Iraq, particularly Baghdad and/or Basra, is strongly preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with migration dynamics and socio-economic conditions in Iraq is an advantage.</li><li>Strong analytical and report-writing skills.</li><li>Ability to maintain neutrality and manage sensitive discussions professionally.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic is required.</li><li>Strong English skills are highly desirable, particularly for preparation of English summaries or transcripts.</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong understanding of confidentiality, informed consent, safeguarding, and research ethics.</li></ul>
Halliburton
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>We are looking for the right people people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties Develop and apply advanced reservoir engineering techniques in support of the evaluation and development of potentially large, yet challenging oil and gas field development projects. Applies advanced reservoir engineering principles, data analysis, and simulation techniques to evaluate field performance, identify optimization opportunities, and ensure delivery of production and reserves targets in alignment with client objectives. The Reservoir Advisor will support prospect evaluation work by providing historical offset well performance evaluation (production decline curve analysis), determination of reservoir rock and fluid properties, well nodal analysis, well test analysis, dynamic uncertainty/risk management analysis, field development/re-development planning, recommendations for production enhancement, deterministic as well as probabilistic in-place hydrocarbon volumetric calculations, dynamic reservoir simulation, EUR / recovery efficiency analysis, production forecasting, reserves estimation, preliminary economic analysis, and other work related to reservoir understanding / development. Solid grounding in Reservoir Engineering and working knowledge of production engineering, geosciences, geologic operations, logging, directional drilling, petrophysics, drilling & completions, rock and core sampling and analysis. Collaborate with production and operations teams to identify and implement production enhancement opportunities. Additionally, translates technical insights into actionable operational and development plans. Be actively involved in technical engagements, present to and establish strong working relationships with senior management and key stakeholders . Present to and participate in internal and external reviews ensuring work deliverables are robust and fit-for-purpose. Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced reservoir and production engineers within the asset team. Promote the adoption of best practices, digital tools, and innovative techniques in reservoir engineering workflows.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Requires an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir engineering. Requires field development and reservoir management experience working directly (preferred) or indirectly on a producing field for an oil & gas operator. Extensive experience in clastic and/or carbonate reservoirs; exposure to mature or brownfield assets preferred. Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation .</p>
Sustainable Research and Development Center
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>SRD Center is seeking experienced Qualitative Researchers / Key Informant Interviewers to support a mixed-methods research assignment examining migration dynamics, migration decision-making, irregular migration, information needs, and related contextual factors in Iraq. The qualitative component will complement a large quantitative survey and stakeholder mapping exercise. It will include in-depth interviews with relevant experts, non-governmental stakeholders, community actors, and/or Iraqi returnees from Europe in Baghdad and Basra. The Qualitative Researcher will be responsible for conducting high-quality interviews, accurately documenting respondents' perspectives, identifying key themes, and supporting qualitative analysis and reporting.</p><p>Tasks:</p><p>The Qualitative Researcher / KII Interviewer will:</p><ul><li>Review qualitative interview guidelines and research objectives.</li><li>Provide contextual input into the adaptation of interview guides.</li><li>Participate in briefing and training sessions before fieldwork.</li><li>Support identification and recruitment of relevant interviewees where required.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule interviews with selected participants.</li><li>Conduct professional and confidential in-depth interviews.</li><li>Use appropriate probing techniques to obtain detailed and relevant information.</li><li>Explore migration experiences, motivations, information sources, risks, decision-making processes, migration routes, changing migration dynamics, and related issues.</li><li>Where applicable, gather information on changing smuggling trends and migration patterns.</li><li>Obtain informed consent and comply with ethical and data protection procedures.</li><li>Take comprehensive interview notes and/or support recording arrangements where consent has been provided.</li><li>Prepare accurate interview summaries or transcripts.</li><li>Support translation of qualitative findings into English when required.</li><li>Conduct initial coding and thematic analysis as requested.</li><li>Identify emerging themes, patterns, contradictions, and contextual explanations.</li><li>Support triangulation of qualitative findings with quantitative survey results and stakeholder information.</li><li>Participate in research team debriefings.</li><li>Contribute to drafting qualitative findings and analytical sections of the final report.</li><li>Maintain strict confidentiality regarding participants and sensitive information.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>University degree in sociology, anthropology, social sciences, migration studies, political science, development studies, psychology, international relations, or another relevant field.</li><li>Demonstrated professional experience in qualitative research.</li><li>Strong experience conducting key informant interviews and/or in-depth interviews.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to use qualitative probing techniques and document complex narratives accurately.</li><li>Previous research experience related to migration, displacement, return and reintegration, human mobility, livelihoods, youth, or vulnerable populations is highly desirable.</li><li>Experience working in Iraq, particularly Baghdad and/or Basra, is strongly preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with migration dynamics and socio-economic conditions in Iraq is an advantage.</li><li>Strong analytical and report-writing skills.</li><li>Ability to maintain neutrality and manage sensitive discussions professionally.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic is required.</li><li>Strong English skills are highly desirable, particularly for preparation of English summaries or transcripts.</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong understanding of confidentiality, informed consent, safeguarding, and research ethics.</li></ul>
Tearfund
Iraq - Baghdad
<p>Tearfund is seeking an experienced and collaborative Project Coordinator to join our team in Iraq and play a key role in coordinating the delivery of our portfolio within a consortium project. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is passionate about influencing change, driving high-quality project implementation, and ensuring impactful partnerships in alignment with Tearfund's Country Strategy. To coordinate and manage Tearfund's portfolio within a consortium project and manage Tearfund's partner, in coordination with the Programme Quality Director (PQD), ensuring effective design, assessment and monitoring of partner projects in support of the delivery of Tearfund's Strategy for Iraq while ensuring projects reflect Tearfund Quality Standard commitments. Are you passionate about coordinating teams, supporting partnerships, and ensuring quality project delivery that transforms lives? Do you have the ability to manage complex project cycles, build robust relationships with partners, and maintain operational excellence with integrity? If so, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A University Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Development, Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Economics, Business, or other discipline relating to Livelihoods and resilience or a humanitarian-related field).</li><li>A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role, specifically in managing Public Private Partnership.</li><li>Very strong experience in resilience and livelihoods programming at both strategic and operational levels</li><li>Demonstrated experience in integrating gender and diversity issues into programmes</li><li>Project cycle management experience, including strategic planning, budgeting, reporting, monitoring & evaluation</li><li>Demonstrated experience in partnership management and providing support to partner organisations.</li><li>Proven ability to coordinate project implementation and track deliverables against work plans.</li><li>Experience in managing documentation, budgets, and project data to ensure high-quality reporting.</li><li>Experience in delivering training or mentoring colleagues or partners in good project practices.</li><li>Prior experience with international humanitarian organizations</li><li>Strong coordination, influencing, and relationship-building skills for working with staff and partners.</li><li>Strong interest in Gender and Women's Economic Empowerment programs</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of addressing programmatic challenges.</li><li>Ability to communicate ideas in a culturally-sensitive manner and conducive to their practical application especially in similar contexts</li><li>Ability to adapt and work within a multicultural, multilingual and multidisciplinary environment</li><li>Excellent report writing and facilitation skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-moving environment and comfortable with constant change.</li><li>Strong organisational and administrative skills.</li><li>Strong IT skills (Google Workspace, Excel, etc.).</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.</li><li>Fluent in spoken and written Arabic</li><li>Excellent spoken and written English</li><li>Very good interpersonal and negotiation skills</li><li>Mentoring and coaching skills</li></ul><p>Please note that this role will be based in Basra, Iraq. Applicants must possess a valid passport/visa stating the right to live and work in Iraq. National candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding issues. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.</p>
Iraq - Basra
<p><h4>Job description: construction e&i lead</h4>
<p>The lead construction engineer (E&I) will drive construction readiness, optimize field execution strategies, and ensure effective coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations. This position requires a seasoned professional capable of leading multidisciplinary teams and consistently achieving project safety, cost, schedule, and quality objectives.</p>
<h4>Accountability / expectations</h4>
<ul>
<li>Enhance construction safety performance by promoting modularization, standardized assemblies, pre-fabricated E&I modules, and off-site construction to reduce field exposure.</li>
<li>Develop brownfield and greenfield construction strategies, including tie-in planning, SIMOPS coordination, shutdown integration, and live-plant execution methodologies.</li>
<li>Identify and resolve E&I construction challenges such as cable routing conflicts, hazardous area compliance issues, and instrument accessibility constraints.</li>
<li>Monitor field productivity using discipline-specific KPIs (cable pulling rates, termination progress, loop completion curves, energization milestones).</li>
<li>Lead construction planning, ensuring detailed sequencing for electrical load transfer, instrument migration, and control system cutover activities.</li>
<li>Provide constructability input into electrical single-line diagrams, cable block diagrams, instrument indexes, control system architecture, and hazardous area layouts.</li>
<li>Ensure design decisions align with HSE, cost, schedule, and quality requirements, validating field feasibility and installation constraints.</li>
<li>Facilitate constructability reviews focused on cable routing, instrument maintainability, equipment lifting constraints, and hazardous area compliance.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary E&I construction interface from project inception through field execution.</li>
<li>Collaborate with construction management to develop execution plans covering power distribution, loop testing, control system migration, and cable management.</li>
<li>Manage multiple concurrent E&I work fronts, ensuring resource leveling and contractor performance oversight.</li>
<li>Ensure engineering and procurement deliverables (SLDs, ILDs, P&IDs, I/O lists, datasheets, cable drums, switchgear, instrument panels) align with construction sequencing and commissioning priorities.</li>
<li>Prepare detailed E&I work packages including cable schedules, termination sheets, loop diagrams, installation drawings, and material take-offs.</li>
<li>Review and update work package documentation, red-line markups, as-built records, and test documentation.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with IEC/NEC standards, ATEX/IECEx requirements, grounding and bonding standards, and project-specific electrical safety rules.</li>
<li>Support commissioning teams in developing energization plans, loop testing protocols, instrument calibration procedures, and control system functional testing.</li>
<li>Ensure construction activities integrate seamlessly with commissioning, operations, and other discipline interfaces.</li>
<li>Advocate for cold-work strategies such as pre-terminated instrument cables, plug-and-play analyzer shelters, and pre-assembled marshalling cabinets.</li>
<li>Align construction execution with project scope, quality, cost, and schedule targets.</li>
<li>Ensure engineering and procurement deliverables meet construction and handover requirements.</li>
<li>Implement work face planning to ensure crews receive fully validated work packages.</li>
<li>Support interfaces with operations, ensuring safe and efficient brownfield and greenfield execution.</li>
<li>Ensure final designs incorporate construction risk assessments and economic considerations.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Education</h4>
<p>BSc. in instrumentation, electrical engineering, or a related discipline.</p>
<h4>Experience requirements</h4>
<ul>
<li>Minimum 10+ years experience in oil & gas E&I design, construction, and commissioning.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of:</li>
<ul>
<li>LV/MV electrical distribution</li>
<li>Instrumentation installation and calibration</li>
<li>Loop testing and commissioning workflows</li>
</ul>
<li>Proficiency in productivity measurement and resource-based planning (Level 4 scheduling).</li>
<li>Proven leadership and supervisory experience in managing E&I construction teams and contractors.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple work fronts and shifting priorities.</li>
<li>High attention to detail with a focus on quality, accuracy, and safe execution.</li>
</ul></p><p></p>