Economic Researcher Jobs in Iraq

<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>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>&nbsp;By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move. IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration Project Context and Scope As a part of economic recovery and basic service improvement of conflict affected, climate and other economic affected areas in Iraq, IOM Iraq implements the Enterprise Development Fund (EDF) to support economic development and sustainable job creation within small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). A key component of the EDF grant which requires further strengthening is the implementation and management of Environmental &amp; Social Action Plans (ESAP), which aim to mitigate environmental and social risks in the SMEs funded by the EDF, as well as improving staff safety and wellbeing. Under the direct supervision of the Project Officer (Livelihoods), and in close collaboration with the Senior Livelihoods Technical Assistant, the Consultant (Environmental and Social Risk Management) will support the operationalisation and strengthening of the ESAP within EDF through a combination of: a) Impact assessment of existing ESAP implementation under the EDF b) Desk review and refinement of ESAP technical processes c) Development of sector-specific and item specific minimum standards and tools d) Capacity building of both EDF Technical and Operational Teams The consultant will ensure that ESAP is implemented within the EDF in a feasible, practical, and effective manner, aligned with ESMF guidelines and Iraqi legislation in both the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) and Federal Iraq (FI). This includes conducting an impact assessment of ESAP implementation, developing sector-specific standards, designing monitoring tools, and delivering capacity building for EDF Technical and Operational Teams. Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing The consultant will be operating within the Peace and Recovery Division, under the overall supervision of the EDF Project Officer (Livelihoods) and direct supervision of the Senior Livelihoods Technical Assistant. This opportunity is open to international consultants only. The position is based in Erbil, Iraq, with frequent travel to Baghdad.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>University degree in Environment Engineering, Environmental Sciences/ Environmental Studies or at least 5 years relevant working experience.</li><li>Must have prior experience of working with Environmental &amp; Social Management Framework (ESMF) s in a humanitarian context.</li><li>Familiarity with the Iraq context and experience working in Iraq is highly desirable.</li><li>Familiarity and/or experience with livelihoods, SME development or economic recovery programming is desirable.</li><li>Strong writing and research design skills, with the ability to express and report results in a concise and clear manner to technical and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Fluency in English is essential, and working proficiency in Arabic and/or Kurdish is highly desirable.</li></ul><p></p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><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 </p><p>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></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>Requires an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir engineering, which includes experience in an oil &amp; gas operator. 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><p></p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><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>Location Oils Opertion ST,N 29 Burjesia, Basra, Basrah, 61001, Iraq Job Details Requisition Number: PHONE_NUMBER Experience Level: Experienced Hire Job Family: Engineering/Science/Technology Product Service Line: Halliburton Project Management Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Additional Locations for this position: Compensation Information Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph">Requires an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir engineering, which includes experience in an oil &amp; gas operator. 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></section>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span> <span></span></span><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.</p><br><b>Job Duties</b> <br><ul> <li>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.</li> <li>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.</li> </ul><br><br><b>Qualifications</b> <br><p>&nbsp;Requires an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir engineering, which includes experience in an oil &amp; gas operator.</p><br><br><br><br><p><strong>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</strong>.</p><br> <p><strong><u>Location</u></strong></p><br> <p>Oils Opertion ST,N°29 Burjesia,&nbsp;Basra,&nbsp;Basrah,&nbsp;61001, Iraq</p><br> <p><strong><u>Job Details</u></strong></p><br> <p><strong>Requisition Number:</strong>&nbsp;210426&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Experience Level:&nbsp;</strong>Experienced Hire&nbsp;<br><strong>Job Family:</strong>&nbsp;Engineering/Science/Technology&nbsp;<br><strong>Product Service Line:&nbsp;</strong>Halliburton Project Management&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Full Time / Part Time:&nbsp;</strong>Full Time</p><br> <p><strong>Additional Locations for this position:&nbsp;</strong></p><br> <p><u><strong>Compensation Information</strong></u><br>Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.</p><br> </div>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><br></p><p>Project Context and Scope As a part of economic recovery and basic service improvement of conflict affected, climate and other economic affected areas in Iraq, IOM Iraq implements the Enterprise Development Fund (EDF) to support economic development and sustainable job creation within small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). A key component of the EDF grant which requires further strengthening is the implementation and management of Environmental &amp; Social Action Plans (ESAP), which aim to mitigate environmental and social risks in the SMEs funded by the EDF, as well as improving staff safety and wellbeing. Under the direct supervision of the Project Officer (Livelihoods), and in close collaboration with the Senior Livelihoods Technical Assistant, the Consultant (Environmental and Social Risk Management) will support the operationalisation and strengthening of the ESAP within EDF through a combination of: a) Impact assessment of existing ESAP implementation under the EDF b) Desk review and refinement of ESAP technical processes c) Development of sector-specific and item specific minimum standards and tools d) Capacity building of both EDF Technical and Operational Teams</p><p>The consultant will ensure that ESAP is implemented within the EDF in a feasible, practical, and effective manner, aligned with ESMF guidelines and Iraqi legislation in both the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) and Federal Iraq (FI). This includes conducting an impact assessment of ESAP implementation, developing sector-specific standards, designing monitoring tools, and delivering capacity building for EDF Technical and Operational Teams.</p><p>Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing The consultant will be operating within the Peace and Recovery Division, under the overall supervision of the EDF Project Officer (Livelihoods) and direct supervision of the Senior Livelihoods Technical Assistant. This opportunity is open to international consultants only. The position is based in Erbil, Iraq, with frequent travel to Baghdad.</p><p><b>Responsibilities </b>Tasks to be performed under this contract The consultant will be responsible for the following phases:</p><p>Phase 1: Desk Review and ESAP Impact Assessment:</p><ul><li>Desk review of the existing end-to-end process for the provision of ESAP funding as part of the EDF grant, including drafting of plans, approvals, field implementation, disbursement of ESAP budget, monitoring and reporting. Identify gaps, bottlenecks and areas for improvement in these current processes. Develop a report evaluating the quality and consistency of ESAP plans previously implemented under EDF.</li><li>Conduct field visits to EDF-supported businesses across diverse sectors and governorates to assess the implementation and effectiveness of ESAP measures in mitigating social risks and compliance with ESMF requirements.</li><li>Collect qualitative and quantitative data during these visits through interviews with business owners, staff, and site observations on the state of its infrastructure.</li><li>Produce an ESAP Impact Assessment Report identifying key findings from the above, lessons learned and actionable recommendations.</li></ul><p>Phase 2: Development of ESAP Systems, Standards, and Tools for EDF</p><ul><li>Based on the report and assessment findings from Phase 1 , develop sector-specific minimum standards for ESAP plans, aligned with ESMF guidelines, Iraqi legislation and feasibility based on allocated budget.</li><li>Develop clear guidance on appropriate ESAP measures and interventions tailored to the main sectors covered by EDF for EDF Technical Team to implement. These standards must then be embedded into new or existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and enforced during the EDF process.</li><li>Develop monitoring tools and templates to enable EDF Technical Teams to assess ESAP compliance and effectiveness, in collaboration with the EDF Project Officer.</li><li>Validate research findings and proposed amendments through consultation with relevant IOM EDF technical and operational staff and make any adjustments accordingly.</li></ul><p>Phase 3: Capacity Building of EDF Technical &amp; Operational Team Capacity to Identify &amp; Resolve Risks through EDF</p><ul><li>Design and deliver a Training of Trainers (ToT) programme for EDF Technical Team, building staff capacity to identify risks, appropriate ESAP measures and monitor ESAP compliance to ensure quality implementation by operational staff.</li><li>Training of EDF operational field teams to ensure understanding of updated SOPs, tools and sector-specific guidelines.</li><li>Accompany EDF operational field teams to implement based on updated guidelines, as well as EDF technical validation and provide feedback as necessary.</li></ul><p>Objectives of the Assignment The main objective of this consultancy is to develop the Environmental &amp; Social Action Plan component of the EDF grant, to maximise grant impact on the implementation of tailored, sector-specific interventions in the interest of improving staff safety and wellbeing, whilst mitigating risks of environmental impact, complemented by an impact assessment of previous implementation.</p><p>Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment</p><br><p><b>Qualifications Required Q</b>ualifications and Experience Education, Experience and/or skills required University degree in Environment Engineering, Environmental Sciences/ Environmental Studies or at least 5 years relevant working experience. Must have prior experience of working with Environmental &amp; Social Management Framework (ESMF) s in a humanitarian context. Familiarity with the Iraq context and experience working in Iraq is highly desirable. Familiarity and/or experience with livelihoods, SME development or economic recovery programming is desirable. Strong writing and research design skills, with the ability to express and report results in a concise and clear manner to technical and non-technical audiences.</p><p>Languages For this consultancy, Fluency in English is essential, and working proficiency in Arabic and/or Kurdish is highly desirable. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.</p><p>Travel required Travel is required for this consultancy. This consultancy will be based in Iraq and will require travel to locations across Iraq where the EDF is implemented. All personal travel-related expenses, including airfare and subsistence, will be covered by the consultant. All work-related travel expenses within Iraq will be covered by IOM.</p><p><br></p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>University degree in Environment Engineering, Environmental Sciences/ Environmental Studies or at least 5 years relevant working experience.</li><li>Must have prior experience of working with Environmental &amp; Social Management Framework (ESMF) s in a humanitarian context.</li><li>Familiarity with the Iraq context and experience working in Iraq is highly desirable.</li><li>Familiarity and/or experience with livelihoods, SME development or economic recovery programming is desirable.</li><li>Strong writing and research design skills, with the ability to express and report results in a concise and clear manner to technical and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Fluency in English is essential, and working proficiency in Arabic and/or Kurdish is highly desirable.</li></ul><p></p></section>

<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>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><div> <p> <strong>Introduction</strong> </p> <p>Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. </p> <p>IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.</p> <p>IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration </p> <p>This Vacancy Notice is part of IOM s competitive mobility exercise, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only. </p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Organizational Context and Scope</strong> </p> <p>International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading actor in efforts to resolve internal displacement in Iraq, supporting both government and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to overcome barriers to the attainment of Durable Solutions.</p> <p>The Transition and Recovery Division (TRD) within IOM Iraq Country Office works to remove the initial obstacles preventing the IDPs to return to Iraq s post-conflict areas and lay the foundation for longer-term recovery, economic development and reconstruction more broadly. Return and Recovery Units (RRU s) engagement includes activities related to data and research, leadership of coordination and strategy development mechanisms and field-level activities such as housing, livelihoods, basic services rehabilitation, social cohesion and other activities.</p> <p>Under the overall supervision of the Head, Transition and Recovery Division (TRD), the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (Durable Solutions and Community Engagement), and in coordination with relevant units in Iraq Country Office (CO), the Programme Coordinator (Durable Solutions) will be responsible for supporting the effective implementation of RRU s activities related to durable solutions operations and inclusive community programming.</p> </div> <div> <p> <strong>Required Qualifications and Experience</strong> </p> <p> <strong>Education</strong> </p> <ul> <li> <p>Master s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Development Studies, Human Rights, International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,</p> </li> <li> <p>University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.<br> </p> </li> </ul> <p> <strong>Experience</strong> </p> <ul> <li> <p>Minimum five years of relevant international experience in Management, Community Engagement, Stabilization, Peacebuilding, Return, Recovery and Reintegration; </p> </li> <li> <p>Experience at the international level with specialized international organizations (UN agencies, international organizations, and specialized international NGOs), preferably in early recovery and stabilization, assistance to IDPs and refugees, and humanitarian assistance in the Middle East and/or North Africa; </p> </li> <li> <p>Experience working directly with displaced populations, particularly in conflict settings and in protracted displacement situations; particularly the socio-economic reintegration of returnees or other groups; and,</p> </li> <li> <p>Experience working in conflict and post conflict settings. <br> </p> </li> </ul> <p> <strong>Skills</strong> </p> <ul> <li> <p>Familiarity with programmatic issues surrounding relief to recovery transition, including good understanding of early recovery principles; </p> </li> <li> <p>Familiarity with the Iraqi context or similar contexts is an advantage; and, </p> </li> <li> <p>Familiarity with programmatic issues surrounding relief to recovery transition, including good understanding of early recovery principles. <br> </p> </li> </ul> <p> <strong>Languages</strong> </p> <p>For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).</p> <p>Working knowledge Arabic, French and/or Spanish is an advantage. </p> <p>Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.</p> <p> <strong>Required Competencies</strong> </p> <p>IOM s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.</p> <p> <strong>Values </strong>- all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:</p> <ul> <li> <strong>Inclusion and respect for diversity</strong>: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.</li> <li> <strong>Integrity and transparency</strong>: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.</li> <li> <strong>Professionalism</strong>: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.</li> <li> <strong>Courage</strong>: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.</li> <li> <strong>Empathy</strong>: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Core Competencies</strong> behavioural indicators Level 2</p> <ul> <li> <strong>Teamwork</strong>: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.</li> <li> <strong>Delivering results</strong>: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.</li> <li><br></li></ul></div><ol><li> </li> </ol></div></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading international NGO with a specific expertise in forced displacement. It was founded in 1956 and today it is operating in 40 countries around the world, where it protects, advocates, and builds sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement affected people and communities. DRC has been active across Iraq since 2003 and plays a crucial role in addressing the complex humanitarian needs of displaced populations and conflict-affected communities. Operating in collaboration with local partners and authorities and adopting humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding (HDP) approaches, DRC focuses on providing a wide range of services to enhance the resilience and well-being of vulnerable individuals. DRC s work in Iraq has been focused on implementing multi-sectoral programming through an area-based approaches, integrating protection, economic recovery, humanitarian disarmament and peacebuilding programming as well as advocacy. By implementing context-specific solutions, DRC contributes to the stability and recovery of communities in Iraq, striving to create a more sustainable and inclusive future for those affected by displacement and conflict.</p><p>The purpose of this consultancy is to work with DRC in supporting ministry of labor and social affairs (MoLSA) in Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) to modernize their vocational training program to enhance employment opportunities to youth and job seekers. The consultant (consultancy team) will 1) Review the existing solar panel curriculum of MoLSA. 2) in collaboration with DRC and MoLSA Directorate of vocational training in KRI, form a curriculum development technical committee from MoLSA technical trainers representing each governorate. 3) Lead organizing the technical committee meeting reviewing the existing curriculum and identifying the gaps and areas to be updated. 4) collect the inputs from the technical committee members about areas of gaps and improvement and lead combinging them and reflecting them on the curriculum content. 5) ensure effectively updating the existing curriculum as per the competency-based standards (CBT). DRC is looking for a consultancy firm with a technical specialist and a lead consultant to ensure the updated training curriculum matches with the labor market needs,</p><p>Vocational training centres under DoLSA play an important role in supporting youths and job seekers and equip them with the market driven and competency-based skills to prepare them for employment and the labor market. However, due to changes in the labor market, industry demands, and technological development, there may be a need for updated or new vocational training curricula that better align with current workforce needs In order to deliver relevant and effective vocational training to youth and job seekers in general, there is a need to update the solar panel competency-based curriculum that matches with the market changes and development of technologies. Through this consultancy work, DRC is going to support MoLSA to modernize their vocational training program to enhance employment opportunities to youth job seekers including women and people living with disabilities from different population categories of IDPs, refugees and vulnerable host communities.</p><p>The objective of the consultancy is to:</p><ul><li>Conduct a desk review of the existing solar panel curriculum to identify gaps and areas of improvement according to the labor market demand, skills gaps and context evolution. This review process might take different stages and will involve MoLSA Directorate of vocational training center technical trainers.</li><li>Establish and lead a technical committee with relevant stakeholders to collect needed information and support the curriculum update process.</li><li>Update the existing solar panel curriculum as per the competency-based standards (CBT) including facilitator guide, handouts and needed tools.</li><li>Ensure the updated curriculum is available in both English and Kurdish (Badini and Sorani) languages and handed to DRC.</li></ul><p>The consultant will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Conduct a curriculum review process : conducting desk review of the existing curriculum and comparing with the CBT standards to identify the gaps and areas of improvement.</li><li>Lead formation the technical committee: in collaboration with DRC and directorate of labor and social affairs, lead forming the technical committee for review process, data and input collection from the technical committee and updating the solar panel curriculum.</li><li>Update curricula content, ensure it meets competency-based education standards : the consultant will be responsible in updating a well-structured competency-based curriculum that clearly defines the learning outcomes in terms of skills, knowledge and measurable and practical objective is stated within the curriculum, as well as a flexible curriculum allowing in house updates based on market changes. The consultant will ensure receiving feedback from the technical committee and refine the curriculum accordingly.</li><li>Prepare the final version of the training package: in collaboration with the technical committee, the consultant will receive feedback from them, refine and finalize the training curriculum. The final product must include the trainer guide, detailed lesson plan, competency-based training manual, assessments, tools and handouts.</li><li>Submit a final consultancy report: at the end, the consultant will submit a detailed comprehensive report to DRC stating the entire process, key findings, curriculum update progress and recommendations for future updates.</li></ul><p>The Consultant will submit the following deliverables:</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Ability to travel and work inside Kurdistan Region of Iraq.</li><li>The lead consultants/team members should have minimum master s degree in development or humanitarian studies, political science, business management, economics, or other relevant fields.</li><li>Proven experience in conducting similar work/consultancies of developing vocational training curriculum for vocational training centres including government VTCs.</li><li>Proven understanding of labor market trends and vocational training principles.</li><li>Proven experience in conducting needs assessment, labor market studies and/or skill gap analyses.</li><li>Good understanding of humanitarian programs to support refugees, IDPs and host community populations with inclusion consideration.</li><li>Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.</li><li>Advanced skills in research design and methods, including data collection and analysis.</li><li>Written and spoken fluency in Kurdish and English.</li></ul><p></p></section>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>1. Inception Note and Workplan • Within the first week of the assignment, prepare an inception note and workplan outlining the proposed methodology, priority areas of support, coordination approach, and timeline of activities aligned with RC and UNCT priorities. 2. Socioeconomic Analysis and operational implications • Support the consolidation and synthesis of updated socioeconomic and operational inputs from relevant UN entities related to evolving fiscal, economic, and regional developments affecting Iraq’s development context and implementation of the UNSDCF (2025–2029). • Prepare concise update notes and synthesis materials highlighting emerging developments, operational implications, and key considerations for UNCT engagement, planning, and follow-up discussions linked to the immediate priority areas identified in the joint ESCWA–UNCT analytical paper. 3. Scenario-Informed Support • Support the preparation and documentation of up to two inter-agency coordination discussions related to emerging socioeconomic and regional developments and their potential implications for UNCT planning and implementation considerations. • Prepare concise summary notes consolidating key observations, emerging risks, operational considerations, and proposed follow-up points arising from these discussions, in coordination with relevant UN entities. 4. Follow-up Related to Immediate Priority Areas Identified in the Joint UNESCWA–UNCT Analytical Paper • Support analytical follow-up related to selected immediate priority areas identified in the paper “Stabilizing Liquidity and Restoring Fiscal Sustainability in Iraq,” particularly those linked to the immediate stabilization horizon identified in the paper. • Support the consolidation of relevant UNCT inputs, emerging considerations, and discussions related to immediate stabilization priorities, including issues linked to continuity of essential services, impacts on vulnerable populations, public financial management considerations, and broader socioeconomic resilience. • Prepare concise summaries, briefing materials, and synthesis notes to support UNCT follow-up discussions and RC-led/RCO-supported engagement related to the paper’s immediate priority recommendations. 5. Final Summary Report Submit a final report summarizing key analytical findings, support provided, major trends and risks identified, and recommendations for continued UNCT follow-up and planning considerations.<br> Work Location<br>Hybrid, Remote / Baghdad<br> Expected duration<br>3 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: Iraq is navigating a rapidly evolving regional and economic context, increasing pressures to economic resilience, service delivery, social cohesion, and institutional reform. Against this backdrop, the UNCT is implementing the New Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF 2025–2029), aligned with National Priorities and structured around four pillars: inclusive social development, economic transformation, environmental sustainability, and governance. As outlined in the Partnership and Resource Mobilization Strategy, Iraq’s development model remains vulnerable to oil dependency, fiscal volatility, and external shocks. In response to requests for coordinated analytical and policy support related to emerging fiscal liquidity pressures and broader socioeconomic risks, the Resident Coordinator (RC), with the RC Office (RCO) support, in collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) and the UNCT, led the development of a joint analytical paper entitled “Stabilizing Liquidity and Restoring Fiscal Sustainability in Iraq.” The paper identified immediate and medium-term priorities related to liquidity stabilization, public financial management, revenue mobilization, continuity of essential services, and socioeconomic resilience. The analytical work generated follow-up requirements in support of joined-up UNCT engagements related to the immediate priority recommendations, including consolidation of analytical inputs, scenario-informed planning, synthesis of emerging socioeconomic trends and risks. In this context, the UNCT seeks a short-term consultant to support analytical consolidation, strategic planning support, and preparation of briefing and synthesis materials in coordination with relevant UN entities, particularly UNESCWA. Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Head of Integrated Office, Senior Coordination and Development Officer and Strategic Planning Advisor, and under the overall leadership of the United Nations Resident Coordinator, the consultant will: • Support the consolidation and synthesis of existing socioeconomic analyses, drawing on inputs from UN entities and partners to highlight potential implications for Iraq’s development trajectory, fiscal context, service delivery systems, and social cohesion. • Facilitate structured scenario discussions and planning exercises, coordinating inputs from technical teams to outline possible future trajectories and their potential implications for development outcomes and the implementation of the UNSDCF (2025–2029) implementation. This will include compiling inputs from Results Groups and UN entities, identifying emerging risks and operational constraints, and supporting the development of options for prioritisation and sequencing in light of the evolving socioeconomic and operational dynamics. • Support follow-up coordination related to immediate priority areas identified in the joint UNESCWA–UNCT analytical paper “Stabilizing Liquidity and Restoring Fiscal Sustainability in Iraq,” including issues related to liquidity stabilization, continuity of essential services, public financial management considerations, socioeconomic resilience, and impacts on vulnerable populations. • Prepare concise synthesis and briefing materials (e.g., briefing notes, summaries, presentations) for the Resident Coordinator and the UNCT, based on contributions from technical teams, to inform UNCT discussions, strategic positioning, and engagement with partners. • Under the overall supervision of the RCO Head of Integrated Office, Senior Coordination and Development Officer and Strategic Advisor, support RC-led coordinated engagement with government counterparts and development partners, by organizing inputs, preparing background materials, and contributing to consistent and aligned messaging.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A masters degree in development studies, public or business administration, economics, social sciences, or related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in development cooperation, governance, context analysis, multi-stakeholder partnership in fragile and complex environments is required. Demonstrated experience in supporting the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and integrating SDGs into national or UN planning frameworks (e.g., CCA, UNSDCF) is required. Strong track record in conducting strategic analyses, as well as experience in risk-informed programming, anticipatory analysis, and crisis response in fragile or politically complex environments is required. Proven ability to translate complex analysis into actionable recommendations is required. Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder engagement and partnerships with international development organizations, finance institutions, coordination mechanisms, and governments is required.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<ul><li><p>Lead integrated planning, development studies, and economic evaluations.</p></li><li><p>Support investment decisions and long-term business strategy.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Manage short-, medium-, and long-term planning processes.</p></li><li><p>Deliver strategic exercises, budgets, and investment cases.</p></li><li><p>Ensure alignment of development studies with standards and objectives.</p></li><li><p>Support technical and economic evaluations for projects and assets.</p></li><li><p>Represent the company with partners and authorities.</p></li><li><p>Monitor performance, costs, planning, and environmental indicators.</p></li><li><p>Lead team development and capability building.</p></li><li><p>Ensure HSE compliance and confidentiality of strategic information.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.</p></li><li><p>15–20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry with strong technical expertise.</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of field development, reservoirs, projects, and economics.</p></li><li><p>Experience in integrated planning and strategic decision-making.</p></li><li><p>Ability to influence investment and development strategies.</p></li><li><p>Strong coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive alignment.</p></li><li><p>Strategic thinking and strong decision-making capabilities.</p></li><li><p>Experience with international standards and multinational organizations.</p></li><li><p>Ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments.</p></li><li><p>Fluent in English and Arabic (mandatory); French is an advantage.&nbsp;</p></li></ul>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><b>Result of Service</b></p><p>1. Inception Note and Workplan Within the first week of the assignment, prepare an inception note and workplan outlining the proposed methodology, priority areas of support, coordination approach, and timeline of activities aligned with RC and UNCT priorities.</p><p>2. Socioeconomic Analysis and operational implications Support the consolidation and synthesis of updated socioeconomic and operational inputs from relevant UN entities related to evolving fiscal, economic, and regional developments affecting Iraq s development context and implementation of the UNSDCF. Prepare concise update notes and synthesis materials highlighting emerging developments, operational implications, and key considerations for UNCT engagement, planning, and follow-up discussions linked to the immediate priority areas identified in the joint ESCWA UNCT analytical paper.</p><p>3. Scenario-Informed Support Support the preparation and documentation of up to two inter-agency coordination discussions related to emerging socioeconomic and regional developments and their potential implications for UNCT planning and implementation considerations. Prepare concise summary notes consolidating key observations, emerging risks, operational considerations, and proposed follow-up points arising from these discussions, in coordination with relevant UN entities.</p><p>4. Follow-up Related to Immediate Priority Areas Identified in the Joint UNESCWA UNCT Analytical Paper Support analytical follow-up related to selected immediate priority areas identified in the paper Stabilizing Liquidity and Restoring Fiscal Sustainability in Iraq, particularly those linked to the immediate stabilization horizon identified in the paper. Support the consolidation of relevant UNCT inputs, emerging considerations, and discussions related to immediate stabilization priorities, including issues linked to continuity of essential services, impacts on vulnerable populations, public financial management considerations, and broader socioeconomic resilience. Prepare concise summaries, briefing materials, and synthesis notes to support UNCT follow-up discussions and RC-led/RCO-supported engagement related to the paper s immediate priority recommendations.</p><p>5. Final Summary Report Submit a final report summarizing key analytical findings, support provided, major trends and risks identified, and recommendations for continued UNCT follow-up and planning considerations.</p><p>Work Location Hybrid, Remote / Baghdad</p><p>Expected duration 3 months</p><p>Duties and Responsibilities</p><p>Background: Iraq is navigating a rapidly evolving regional and economic context, increasing pressures to economic resilience, service delivery, social cohesion, and institutional reform. Against this backdrop, the UNCT is implementing the New Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), aligned with National Priorities and structured around four pillars: inclusive social development, economic transformation, environmental sustainability, and governance. As outlined in the Partnership and Resource Mobilization Strategy, Iraq s development model remains vulnerable to oil dependency, fiscal volatility, and external shocks. In response to requests for coordinated analytical and policy support related to emerging fiscal liquidity pressures and broader socioeconomic risks, the Resident Coordinator (RC), with the RC Office (RCO) support, in collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) and the UNCT, led the development of a joint analytical paper entitled Stabilizing Liquidity and Restoring Fiscal Sustainability in Iraq. The paper identified immediate and medium-term priorities related to liquidity stabilization, public financial management, revenue mobilization, continuity of essential services, and socioeconomic resilience. The analytical work generated follow-up requirements in support of joined-up UNCT engagements related to the immediate priority recommendations, including consolidation of analytical inputs, scenario-informed planning, synthesis of emerging socioeconomic trends and risks. In this context, the UNCT seeks a short-term consultant to support analytical consolidation, strategic planning support, and preparation of briefing and synthesis materials in coordination with relevant UN entities, particularly UNESCWA.</p><p>Duties and Responsibilities:</p><p>Under the direct supervision of the Head of Integrated Office, Senior Coordination and Development Officer and Strategic Planning Advisor, and under the overall leadership of the United Nations Resident Coordinator, the consultant will:</p><p>Support the consolidation and synthesis of existing socioeconomic analyses, drawing on inputs from UN entities and partners to highlight potential implications for Iraq s development trajectory, fiscal context, service delivery systems, and social cohesion.</p><p>Facilitate structured scenario discussions and planning exercises, coordinating inputs from technical teams to outline possible future trajectories and their potential implications for development outcomes and the implementation of the UNSDCF implementation. This will include compiling inputs from Results Groups and UN entities, identifying emerging risks and operational constraints, and supporting the development of options for prioritisation and sequencing in light of the evolving socioeconomic and operational dynamics.</p><p>Support follow-up coordination related to immediate priority areas identified in the joint UNESCWA UNCT analytical paper Stabilizing Liquidity and Restoring Fiscal Sustainability in Iraq, including issues related to liquidity stabilization, continuity of essential services, public financial management considerations, socioeconomic resilience, and impacts on vulnerable populations.</p><p>Prepare concise synthesis and briefing materials (e.g., briefing notes, summaries, presentations) for the Resident Coordinator and the UNCT, based on contributions from technical teams, to inform UNCT discussions, strategic positioning, and engagement with partners.</p><p>Under the overall supervision of the RCO Head of Integrated Office, Senior Coordination and Development Officer and Strategic Advisor, support RC-led coordinated engagement with government counterparts and development partners, by organizing inputs, preparing background materials, and contributing to consistent and aligned messaging.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph">A masters degree in development studies, public or business administration, economics, social sciences, or related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in development cooperation, governance, context analysis, multi-stakeholder partnership in fragile and complex environments is required. Demonstrated experience in supporting the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and integrating SDGs into national or UN planning frameworks (e.g., CCA, UNSDCF) is required. Strong track record in conducting strategic analyses, as well as experience in risk-informed programming, anticipatory analysis, and crisis response in fragile or politically complex environments is required. Proven ability to translate complex analysis into actionable recommendations is required. Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder engagement and partnerships with international development organizations, finance institutions, coordination mechanisms, and governments is required. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Note: Fluency equals a rating of fluent in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and Knowledge of equals a rating of confident in two of the four areas.</p></section>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <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><b><u>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:</u></b></p><br><p>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Technical Leadership, Mapping of key stakeholders, coordination of the Market, and Value Chain Analysis:</p><br><ul><li><p>Provide technical leadership on market systems and value chains for the Sustainable and Resilient Future–Ninewa project, adopting the Markets for Communities module;</p><br></li><li><p>Map and connect smallholder producers and saving groups to key market players (private/public/financial institutions) to increase productivity, profitability, and household incomes;</p><br></li><li><p>Develop/contribute training materials and manuals for management of agricultural and non-agricultural enterprises— including collection centers and value chain improvement;</p><br></li><li><p>Identify and support niche commercialization opportunities (e.g., high-value crops, off‑farm opportunities).</p><br></li></ul><p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monitoring, evaluation, reporting, learning, and knowledge management:</p><br><ul><li><p>Develop data collection tools and techniques to monitor interventions (including volume and value of marketed products in collection centers/cooperatives);</p><br></li><li><p>Conduct follow-up visits to assess progress and provide technical support;</p><br></li><li><p>Document lessons learned, best practices, successes, case studies, and impacts for internal/external sharing;</p><br></li><li><p>Assist the Project Manager and MEAL Specialist in preparing timely, accurate, high-quality donor reports;</p><br></li><li><p>Apply innovative approaches to monitor and evaluate performance, effectiveness, and impact of livelihood interventions;</p><br></li><li><p>Support baseline and endline studies, research sustainable livelihoods and economic development; document case studies showing social transformation and sustainable development outcomes.</p><br></li></ul><p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Partnerships, networking, external engagements, and advocacy:</p><br><ul><li><p>Identify, profile, and build strategic linkages with partners across value chains, market systems, and financial inclusion;</p><br></li><li><p>Liaise with financial institutions/MFIs to enable tailored financing and product development for commodity improvement and SME growth;</p><br></li><li><p>Ensure effective coordination and engagement among project partners and stakeholders for delivery of the Business Plan for Economic Empowerment;</p><br></li><li><p>Establish and maintain relations with Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Trade and Industry, and other relevant stakeholders;</p><br></li><li><p>Increase project visibility through engagement in value chain and market systems development;</p><br></li><li><p>Promote cross-learning through networks; participate in networking meetings and guide members toward mutually beneficial livelihood improvements;</p><br></li><li><p>Represent the project in forums, workshops, and conferences; meet regularly with like-minded bodies to strategize effective Market Systems Development;</p><br></li><li><p>Strengthen platforms for prioritized on‑farm, off‑farm, and non‑farm value chains;</p><br></li><li><p>Identify advocacy issues affecting smallholders and mobilize stakeholders to influence policies, remove barriers, and expand access to markets;</p><br></li><li><p>Lead mapping/selection/engagement/coordination of private sector actors.</p><br></li></ul><p>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Acquisition of grants and resources:</p><br><ul><li><p>Identify challenges/opportunities within project areas and formulate concepts/proposals for donors;</p><br></li><li><p>Participate in concept note/proposal development for livelihoods/resilience;</p><br></li><li><p>Generate quality data and evidence to support proposals and showcase impacts;</p><br></li><li><p>Build/strengthen relationships with private sector actors and donors to explore funding;</p><br></li><li><p>Leverage ground evidence to attract additional financing for market systems interventions.</p><br></li></ul><p><b><u>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</u></b></p><br><ul><li><p>Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Rural Development, Entrepreneurship, Business</p><br></li><li><p>A Bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience may be considered in place of a Master’s.</p><br></li><li><p>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.</p><br></li><li><p>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.</p><br></li><li><p>Experience working with government institutions, NGOs, and international development agencies.</p><br></li><li><p>Sound knowledge of the Iraq Resilience and Livelihood programming context</p><br></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to work in Resilience and Livelihood programs across Iraq</p><br></li><li><p>Strong project management skills</p><br></li><li><p>Strong capacity building skills</p><br></li><li><p>Good interpersonal skills</p><br></li><li><p>Ability to work with minimal supervision</p><br></li><li><p>Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written).</p><br></li><li><p>Proficiency in English (spoken and written).</p><br></li><li><p>Capacity to carry training materials and equipment as needed.</p><br></li><li><p>No specific physical limitations, but reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.</p><br></li><li><p>Experience in designing and delivering Training of Trainers (ToT) programs.</p><br></li><li><p>Familiarity with climate-smart agriculture, sustainable land management, and water conservation techniques.</p><br></li><li><p>Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.</p><br></li><li><p>Knowledge of local agricultural systems, market dynamics, and value chains in Iraq.</p><br></li><li><p>Experience with donor-funded projects, particularly those funded by UN agencies or international NGOs.</p><br></li></ul><p><b><u>WORK ENVIRONMENT:</u></b></p><br><ul><li><p>The position is based in Ninewa-Mosul.</p><br></li><li><p>Willingness to travel frequently within Ninewa Governorate, including rural and field locations. (Up to 80% of the time)</p><br></li><li><p>Ability to work in a multicultural and occasionally high-pressure environment.</p><br></li><li><p>Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and field conditions.</p><br></li><li><p>Ability to conduct field visits in rural/agricultural settings, which may involve walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor conditions.</p><br></li></ul><p><u>Applicant Types Accepted:</u></p><br>Local Applicants Only </div>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Position Information • VA No.: WFP/VA26/84 • Position Title : Strategic Technical Advisor (STA) on Knowledge and Learning Management • Duty Station: Remote (home-based) • Duration: : Contract Start date: 21.06.2026, Contract end date: 20.03.2027 Deliverables-based contract • Contract Type: Consultancy • Vacancy Date of Issue: 03 June 2026 • Vacancy Closure Date: 17 June 2026 • National or International consultancy: National This vacancy is announced by WFP Iraq through Stars Orbit Consultants and Management Development (SOC). SOC is a sub-contractor for WFP Iraq, assisting the programme in implementing their activities through HR and contract management of consultants working in their support. To review the full Terms of Reference (TOR), please follow link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mveYtDPIgUBcruz4jiHgjoG1JQfjs01Q/view?usp=drive_link Organisational and Country Context The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world s largest humanitarian organisation, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and promoting sustainable recovery for populations affected by conflict, disasters, and climate change. In Iraq, WFP supports the development and strengthening of the social protection system by partnering with the government to advance skills development, food security, social assistance, social insurance, and the resilience of vulnerable populations. For further details, visit our webpages at wfp.org/countries/Iraq and ar.wfp.org/countries/Iraq. WFP has adopted a robust and proactive approach to social protection, as outlined in its 2021 Corporate Strategy for Support to Social Protection . This approach is a key pillar of WFP's 'changing lives' agenda, prominently featured in the Strategic Plan for 2021. Social protection, as a rapidly expanding priority area, is now central to WFP s work across all regions and in more than 98 countries , including Iraq, underscoring its critical importance at both national and global levels. In 2023, WFP supported nationally led social protection systems and programmes in 98 countries across all operational regions, up from 88 in 2022. This growth reflects WFP's commitment to strengthening social protection as a core pillar of its global strategy to achieve Zero Hunger under Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG2). Iraq has an extensive social protection system, with social expenditure increasing from 23.7% of the Government of Iraq's spending in 2019 to 26.9% in 2023. The system is anchored by the Public Distribution System (PDS), one of the world's largest food assistance programmes, which reaches approximately 96% of the Iraqi population one of the highest coverage rates globally. In addition, the Social Safety Net (SSN) and the Persons with Disabilities Programme (PwD) provide income and service support to some of the most vulnerable groups. However, fiscal space remains constrained. The Federal Government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) have committed to undertaking comprehensive reforms of their social protection system to support inclusion and equity, foster capacity-driven empowerment, bolster economic opportunity and security, and ensure sustainability and adaptability. To this end, they have established a partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP), the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the United Nations Children s Fund (UNICEF), under the European Union supported UN Joint Programme "Leveraging Effective Response and Accelerating Reform for Social Protection in Iraq." The Joint Programme is structured around broad outcome areas aimed at contributing to the reduction of poverty and vulnerability in Iraq through an inclusive, shock-responsive, child-, gender-, and disability-sensitive social protection system. These overarching outcomes are operationalised through a set of activities led and implemented by each participating agency according to its areas of expertise, with the ultimate objective of achieving the Programme s shared goals. As part of this partnership, WFP provides technical and operational advisory to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Iraq s social protection policies and programmes. Its services cover key areas including food security and nutrition, social inclusion, shock- responsive and adaptive social protection, school feeding, economic empowerment pathways for social safety net beneficiaries, and digitalisation. Through these efforts, WFP supports the development and operationalisation of major reforms aimed at strengthening the national social protection system, including Iraq s first single registry, school meals policy, and national social protection system, as well as the modelling and piloting of economic empowerment pathways. Purpose of the Assignment As part of its responsibilities, WFP leads the Knowledge and Learning Management (KLM) activities of the overall Joint Programme, focusing on capturing overarching trends, lessons learned, and programme contributions. In this context, the JP s KLM function supports the generation, internalisation, analysis, and dissemination of knowledge on social protection. This includes both capturing and organising knowledge internally, as well as sharing evidence, insights, and expertise externally to strengthen operational effectiveness and advance strategic objectives. Through this process, continuous internal and external learning is generated, fostering engagement, institutional improvement, and advocacy for social protection system reform. In light of the above, the Joint Programme (JP) seeks to engage a Knowledge and Learning Management Consultant to support the development of knowledge products related to both the Joint Programme and WFP s social protection activities in Iraq.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>Advanced university degree (Master s or equivalent) in Communications, Journalism, Media and Communications, Graphic Design, Knowledge Management, Public Relations, Development Communications, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.</p><p>Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in knowledge management, communications, learning, research, public information, programme documentation, or content development within international development, humanitarian, or public sector contexts.</p><p>Demonstrated experience developing high-quality knowledge and learning products, including policy briefs, case studies, analytical reports, evidence syntheses, advocacy products, human-interest stories, newsletters, fact sheets, and other dissemination materials for technical and non-technical audiences.</p><p>Proven experience in publication design and visual communication, including the production of dissemination-ready reports, booklets, presentations, infographics, social media products, and other communication materials.</p><p>Strong analytical and synthesis skills, with demonstrated ability to review complex evidence, identify trends and lessons learned, and translate technical information into clear, engaging, and accessible products for strategic engagement and advocacy.</p><p>Experience supporting communications and visibility efforts, including development of social media content, website/blog articles, fact sheets, and public-facing advocacy materials.</p><p>Demonstrated experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and institutions, including government counterparts, UN agencies, donors, and technical teams.</p><p>Experience designing and managing knowledge repositories, databases, classification systems, or digital knowledge-sharing platforms is highly desirable.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to integrate storytelling and human-interest approaches into technical knowledge products, including coordination of interviews, photography, and beneficiary-focused content.</p><p>Previous experience supporting social protection, poverty reduction, livelihoods, food security, resilience, governance, or public policy programmes is strongly preferred.</p><p>Familiarity with concepts related to social protection, economic empowerment, digital transformation, school feeding, nutrition-sensitive programming, and shock-responsive approaches is considered an asset.</p><p>Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple deliverables under tight timelines while maintaining high quality standards and responsiveness to feedback.</p><p>Proficiency in graphic design and layout software (e.g. Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva or equivalent) is required.</p><p>Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaborative digital platforms.</p><p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.</p><p>Working knowledge of Arabic and/or Kurdish is highly desirable.</p><p></p></section>

<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>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>&nbsp;Technical Leadership, Mapping of key stakeholders, coordination of the Market, and Value Chain Analysis:</p><p><br></p><p>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><br></p><p>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><br></p><p>Develop/contribute training materials and manuals for management of agricultural and non-agricultural enterprises— including collection centers and value chain improvement;</p><p><br></p><p>Identify and support niche commercialization opportunities (e.g., high-value crops, off‑farm opportunities).</p><p><br></p><p>2.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Monitoring, evaluation, reporting, learning, and knowledge management:</p><p><br></p><p>Develop data collection tools and techniques to monitor interventions (including volume and value of marketed products in collection centers/cooperatives);</p><p><br></p><p>Conduct follow-up visits to assess progress and provide technical support;</p><p><br></p><p>Document lessons learned, best practices, successes, case studies, and impacts for internal/external sharing;</p><p><br></p><p>Assist the Project Manager and MEAL Specialist in preparing timely, accurate, high-quality donor reports;</p><p><br></p><p>Apply innovative approaches to monitor and evaluate performance, effectiveness, and impact of livelihood interventions;</p><p><br></p><p>Support baseline and endline studies, research sustainable livelihoods and economic development; document case studies showing social transformation and sustainable development outcomes.</p><p><br></p><p>3.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Partnerships, networking, external engagements, and advocacy:</p><p><br></p><p>Identify, profile, and build strategic linkages with partners across value chains, market systems, and financial inclusion;</p><p><br></p><p>Liaise with financial institutions/MFIs to enable tailored financing and product development for commodity improvement and SME growth;</p><p><br></p><p>Ensure effective coordination and engagement among project partners and stakeholders for delivery of the Business Plan for Economic Empowerment;</p><p><br></p><p>Establish and maintain relations with Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Trade and Industry, and other relevant stakeholders;</p><p><br></p><p>Increase project visibility through engagement in value chain and market systems development;</p><p><br></p><p>Promote cross-learning through networks; participate in networking meetings and guide members toward mutually beneficial livelihood improvements;</p><p><br></p><p>Represent the project in forums, workshops, and conferences; meet regularly with like-minded bodies to strategize effective Market Systems Development;</p><p><br></p><p>Strengthen platforms for prioritized on‑farm, off‑farm, and non‑farm value chains;</p><p><br></p><p>Identify advocacy issues affecting smallholders and mobilize stakeholders to influence policies, remove barriers, and expand access to markets;</p><p><br></p><p>Lead mapping/selection/engagement/coordination of private sector actors.</p><p><br></p><p>4.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Acquisition of grants and resources:</p><p><br></p><p>Identify challenges/opportunities within project areas and formulate concepts/proposals for donors;</p><p><br></p><p>Participate in concept note/proposal development for livelihoods/resilience;</p><p><br></p><p>Generate quality data and evidence to support proposals and showcase impacts;</p><p><br></p><p>Build/strengthen relationships with private sector actors and donors to explore funding;</p><p><br></p><p>Leverage ground evidence to attract additional financing for market systems interventions.</p><p><br></p><p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</p><p><br></p><p>Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Rural Development, Entrepreneurship, Business</p><p><br></p><p>A Bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience may be considered in place of a Master’s.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Experience working with government institutions, NGOs, and international development agencies.</p><p><br></p><p>Sound knowledge of the Iraq Resilience and Livelihood programming context</p><p><br></p><p>Demonstrated ability to work in Resilience and Livelihood programs across Iraq</p><p><br></p><p>Strong project management skills</p><p><br></p><p>Strong capacity building skills</p><p><br></p><p>Good interpersonal skills</p><p><br></p><p>Ability to work with minimal supervision</p><p><br></p><p>Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written).</p><p><br></p><p>Proficiency in English (spoken and written).</p><p><br></p><p>Capacity to carry training materials and equipment as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>No specific physical limitations, but reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Experience in designing and delivering Training of Trainers (ToT) programs.</p><p><br></p><p>Familiarity with climate-smart agriculture, sustainable land management, and water conservation techniques.</p><p><br></p><p>Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Knowledge of local agricultural systems, market dynamics, and value chains in Iraq.</p><p><br></p><p>Experience with donor-funded projects, particularly those funded by UN agencies or international NGOs.</p><p><br></p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p><br></p><p></p></section>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><b>Title:</b></p><br><br>Community Liaison Officer (CLO)<br><br><ul><li>The CLO is responsible for building and sustaining working and trusting relationships between the CSSP-WIP Project and local communities.</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications / Experience</b></p><br><br><ul><li>Experience in the field of Community Relations;</li><li>High level of interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills;</li><li>Empathetic towards sensitive cultural, personal and community issues;</li><li>Mediation and conflict resolution skills;</li><li>Knowledge of local language;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision;</li><li>Able to dialog, disclose information, negotiate;</li><li>Understanding of the economic, political and social dynamics in the area of operation;</li><li>Good reporting skills;</li><li>Diligent and meticulous.</li></ul><br><br><br> </div>

<p><h4>Community liaison officer (CLO)</h4> <p>The CLO is responsible for building and sustaining working and trusting relationships between the CSSP-WIP project and local communities.</p> <h4>Required qualifications / experience</h4> <ul> <li>Experience in the field of community relations</li> <li>High level of interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Empathetic towards sensitive cultural, personal and community issues</li> <li>Mediation and conflict resolution skills</li> <li>Knowledge of local language</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision</li> <li>Able to dialog, disclose information, negotiate</li> <li>Understanding of the economic, political and social dynamics in the area of operation</li> <li>Good reporting skills</li> <li>Diligent and meticulous</li> </ul></p><p></p>

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Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.</p><br> <p><b>The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.</b></p><br> <p><b>The opportunity: your next adventure awaits</b></p><br> <ul><li>You will be Joining one of the most trusted, respected and influential teams in the industry. Global Assurance’s purpose is to inspire confidence and trust to help build a better working world. We do so by protecting and serving the public interest, promoting transparency, supporting investor confidence and economic growth and nurturing talent to provide future business leaders for the global marketplace.</li><li>The opportunity is specifically in the Audit sub-service line under Assurance.</li><li>We are passionate about making sure the experience you have with us lasts a lifetime. 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<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>