Jobs For Faculty Of Social Work Graduates - Baghdad Iraq

<p>About the Role</p><p>We are seeking detail-oriented HR Intern to join our&nbsp; team in Baghdad. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in various facets of human resources, including recruitment, employee relations, and administrative support. You will work closely with our HR department to learn industry best practices and contribute to the growth and culture of our organization.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with the end-to-end recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.</li><li>Maintain and update employee records and HR databases to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Support the onboarding process for new hires, including preparing welcome packages and organizing orientation sessions.</li><li>Help coordinate internal training programs and employee engagement initiatives.</li><li>Provide administrative support for performance management, leave tracking, and benefits administration.</li><li>Assist in drafting HR policies, employee handbooks, and internal communication materials.</li></ul><p>Qualifications and Requirements</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.</li><li>1 to 5 years of experience (inclusive of internships, project-based work, or professional roles).</li><li>Strong understanding of labor laws and HR best practices in Iraq.</li><li>High level of integrity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.</li><li>Fluency in both Arabic and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li></ul><p>Required Skills</p><ul><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.</li><li>Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.</li></ul><p>Benefits and Perks</p><ul><li>Professional mentorship and guidance from experienced HR professionals.</li><li>Exposure to diverse HR functions in a professional business setting.</li><li>Opportunity for growth and potential career advancement within the company.</li><li>A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values employee development.</li><li>Competitive internship stipend and workspace facilities located in central Baghdad.</li></ul>

<p>SRD Center is recruiting qualified Enumerators / Interviewers to support a large-scale field research assignment in Baghdad and Basra. The assignment will involve face-to-face quantitative interviews with potential migrants, internally displaced persons and other relevant respondent groups. Approximately 1,000 1,200 interviews will be conducted using a Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) system. Enumerators will receive training on the questionnaire, sampling procedures, interviewing techniques, research ethics, informed consent, data protection, and use of the electronic data collection platform before beginning fieldwork.</p><p>Tasks: Enumerators / Interviewers will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Participate fully in mandatory enumerator training.</li><li>Participate in questionnaire pre-testing and pilot interviews.</li><li>Become familiar with the questionnaire, respondent selection procedures, and survey methodology.</li><li>Conduct face-to-face interviews with selected respondents in assigned locations.</li><li>Administer questionnaires electronically using smartphones, tablets, or other CAPI devices.</li><li>Follow the sampling and respondent-selection procedures provided by the research team.</li><li>Explain the purpose of the research clearly and professionally to potential respondents.</li><li>Obtain informed consent before conducting interviews.</li><li>Ensure respondent privacy, confidentiality, and respectful treatment.</li><li>Accurately record respondents' answers without interpretation or alteration.</li><li>Ensure that all mandatory questions are completed correctly.</li><li>Review completed questionnaires before submission.</li><li>Upload survey data according to established procedures.</li><li>Maintain regular communication with the Field Coordinator/Supervisor.</li><li>Immediately report difficulties, refusals, safety concerns, or technical problems.</li><li>Participate in daily briefings and debriefings when required.</li><li>Respond to quality-control questions or requests for clarification from supervisors.</li><li>Follow all data protection, ethical, safeguarding, and confidentiality procedures.</li><li>Achieve agreed daily interview targets while maintaining data quality.</li><li>Perform other reasonable field research tasks assigned by the Field Coordinator.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Diploma, university degree, or current university studies in social sciences, statistics, economics, business, development studies, sociology, or another relevant area. Relevant field experience may be considered in place of formal academic qualifications.</li><li>Previous experience conducting face-to-face surveys or interviews.</li><li>Experience using electronic/mobile data collection applications is strongly preferred.</li><li>Previous experience with KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO, or similar platforms is an advantage.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with people from different socio-economic and community backgrounds.</li><li>Good interpersonal and interviewing skills.</li><li>Ability to follow detailed instructions and survey protocols.</li><li>High level of attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work independently in the field while remaining accountable to supervisors.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic is required.</li><li>Ability to read and understand basic English instructions is an advantage.</li><li>Knowledge of the local context in Baghdad and/or Basra is strongly preferred.</li><li>Previous experience conducting surveys involving migrants, returnees, IDPs, youth, employment, livelihoods, or other vulnerable groups is an advantage.</li><li>Availability for training, pilot testing, and the full fieldwork period.</li><li>Commitment to confidentiality, neutrality, respectful conduct, and research ethics.</li></ul>

<p><span ><b>Responsibilities</b></span></p><p>Coordination</p><p><br></p><p>1.&nbsp; &nbsp; Provide expert support for the development of an operational PSEAH Work Plan, in line with IOM and United Nations (UN) strategic frameworks, and in coordination with the global PSEAH Unit, Regional PSEAH Officer, and senior management in IOM Iraq.</p><p>2.&nbsp; &nbsp; Ensure the inclusion of PSEAH within the IOM Iraq’s Country Strategy, Crisis Response Plans/Migrant Response Plans or other appeals as appropriate; ensure SEAH risks are considered in the risk register of the mission and that PSEAH is mainstreamed in project proposal development, programming, monitoring and evaluation and budgeting; develop PSEAH programming and liaise with relevant donors.</p><p>3.&nbsp; &nbsp; Actively participate and engage to the in-country interagency PSEA Network activities (contribute to&nbsp; &nbsp;the development of the collective PSEA workplan, risk management plans, PSEA strategies, Standard Operating Procedures for an inter-agency Community-Based Complaint Mechanism, etc), and actively participate in IOM internal coordination initiatives.</p><p>4.&nbsp; &nbsp; Coordinate the collection, analysis and use of data relation to PSEAH efforts, in line with relevant IOM data protection standards, to showcase trends, results and impact.</p><p>5.&nbsp; &nbsp; Showcase PSEAH results and good practices through internal and external reporting, visibility materials, and knowledge-sharing initiatives, in coordination with global and regional PSEAH teams.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Prevention</p><p><br></p><p>6.&nbsp; &nbsp; Undertake assessments to identify potential SEAH risks and define appropriate mitigation measures; in coordination with relevant units, ensure that mitigation measures are integrated into IOM programming, operations and administration.</p><p>7.&nbsp; &nbsp; Develop a PSEAH training plan for the Country Office, organize and deliver trainings for IOM personnel, implementing partners , and key institutional stakeholders; support PSEAH focal points in delivering key messaging and trainings at country level, as appropriate.</p><p>8.&nbsp; &nbsp; On a regular basis, compile and report data on the number of IOM personnel and partners trained in country on PSEAH in coordination with HR.&nbsp; Oversee the accurate registration of all participants in the IOM system and ensure timely issuance of certificates.&nbsp;</p><p>9.&nbsp; &nbsp; Develop, localize and contextualize, and implement communication and awareness-raising strategies and tools to ensure appropriate PSEAH messaging and understanding of prohibited behaviours, reporting channels, available assistance.</p><p>10.&nbsp; &nbsp; Map existing community engagement projects in country and work with project/programme managers to gather community input, insert PSEAH messages, and strengthen and/or establish safe and accessible reporting channels.</p><p><br></p><p>Response</p><p>11.&nbsp; &nbsp; Provide inputs to the development and mapping of country-specific interagency victim assistance pathways and/or existing IOM programmes to refer victims/survivors for assistance; ensure up to date information on available assistance services is accessible in all areas where IOM operates in country; coordinate with gender-based violence and/or protection units&nbsp; to support the strengthening of victim/survivor services within country and/or programming.</p><p>12.&nbsp; &nbsp; Safely respond to SEAH disclosures and coordinate referrals for victim/survivor assistance in line with country, regional or global support mechanisms and ensure coordination with the Regional PSEAH Officer and the global SEAH case management team.</p><p>13.&nbsp; &nbsp; Regularly monitor safety and other risks for SEAH victim/survivors in coordination with the Regional PSEAH Officer and the global SEAH case management team; adjust response to mitigate risks; ensure regular assessment of victims’/survivors’ needs.</p><p>14.&nbsp; &nbsp; Undertake duty travel as required.</p><p>15.&nbsp; &nbsp; Perform such other duties as may be assigned.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Required Qualifications and Experience</p><p><br></p><p>Education</p><p><br></p><p>Master’s degree in Law, International Relations, Psychology, Social Sciences, Development Studies and Planning or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or</p><p>University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.</p><p><br></p><p>Experience</p><p><br></p><p>Professional experience in the fields of sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, protection, child protection, gender-based violence, accountability to affected populations (AAP), gender mainstreaming and/or humanitarian affairs;</p><p>Experience in management of sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, child protection or gender-based violence cases;</p><p>Proven coordination experience within the UN system and amongst interagency partners, including governments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and communities;&nbsp;</p><p>Experience in developing and facilitating trainings, in particular capacity-building, and communication materials to promote behavior change;&nbsp;</p><p>Experience undertaking risk assessments, in coordination with relevant offices, communities, partners, and UN and other key stakeholders;&nbsp;</p><p>Experience in proposal development and the creation of standard operating procedures and tools; and,</p><p>Experience in mainstreaming PSEAH, gender-based violence, child protection, protection, gender or accountability to affected populations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Skills</p><p><br></p><p>Demonstrated ability to work across a wide variety of sectors/teams on cross-cutting themes;&nbsp;</p><p>Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external partners;&nbsp;</p><p>Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and coordination with a variety of stakeholders.</p><p>Ability to work with affected individuals with empathy, sensitivity and a victim-centred approach;</p><p>Knowledge and understanding of IOM’s institutional approach on PSEAH and Ethics and related strategies, policies, rules and regulations; and,</p><p>Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h2>Required Qualifications and Experience</h2><ul><li>Master's degree in Law, International Relations, Psychology, Social Sciences, Development Studies and Planning or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.</li><li>Professional experience in the fields of sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, protection, child protection, gender-based violence, accountability to affected populations (AAP), gender mainstreaming and/or humanitarian affairs;</li><li>Experience in management of sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, child protection or gender-based violence cases;</li><li>Proven coordination experience within the UN system and amongst interagency partners, including governments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and communities;</li><li>Experience in developing and facilitating trainings, in particular capacity-building, and communication materials to promote behavior change;</li><li>Experience undertaking risk assessments, in coordination with relevant offices, communities, partners, and UN and other key stakeholders;</li><li>Experience in proposal development and the creation of standard operating procedures and tools; and,</li><li>Experience in mainstreaming PSEAH, gender-based violence, child protection, protection, gender or accountability to affected populations.</li></ul><h2>Skills</h2><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to work across a wide variety of sectors/teams on cross-cutting themes;</li><li>Good written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external partners;</li><li>Ability to organize work, work independently and prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and coordination with a variety of stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to work with affected individuals with empathy, sensitivity and a victim-centred approach;</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of IOM s institutional approach on PSEAH and Ethics and related strategies, policies, rules and regulations; and,</li><li>Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality, when necessary.</li></ul><h2>Languages</h2><ul><li>For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).</li><li>Working knowledge of Arabic, French or Spanish is an advantage.</li><li>Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.</li></ul><h2>Required Competencies</h2><p>IOM s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.</p><h2>Values</h2><p>all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:</p><ul><li>Inclusion and respect for diversity : Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.</li><li>Integrity and transparency : Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.</li><li>Professionalism : Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.</li><li>Courage : Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.</li><li>Empathy : Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.</li></ul><h2>Core Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2</h2><ul><li>Teamwork : Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.</li><li>Delivering results : Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.</li><li>Managing and sharing knowledge : Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.</li><li>Accountability : Takes ownership for achieving the Organization s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.</li><li>Communication : Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.</li></ul><h2>Managerial Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2</h2><ul><li>Leadership : Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.</li><li>Empowering others : Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.</li><li>Building Trust : Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.</li><li>Strategic thinking and vision : Works strategically to realize the Organization s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.</li><li>Humility : Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.</li></ul>