Safety officer Jobs in Iraq

<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>

<p>Role</p><p>Under the direct supervision of the Country Director and with a technical reporting line to the Global MEAL Lead, the Country MEAL Officer leads the implementation, adaptation, and management of Geneva Call’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems for the Iraq country mission. Working in close collaboration with the Head of Programmes, programme teams across Iraq, the HQ MEAL Unit, and the MENA regional team, the role ensures that MEAL systems remain responsive to the evolving conflict context, support high-quality data collection, analysis, reporting, and accountability to affected populations, and generate evidence to inform timely decision-making, adaptive programming, and organizational learning in line with Geneva Call’s MEAL standards.</p><p><br></p><p>The role ensures data quality, supports evidence-based decision making, and strengthens accountability to affected populations through effective feedback and learning processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Work relations</p><p>Internal: Country Director, Head of Programmes, Programme and support staff, HQ MEAL Unit, HQ-based Regional Africa Team, Policy, Research and Legal (PRL) Unit, and other relevant support functions as required</p><p>External: Implementing partners, service providers, and relevant coordination platforms</p><p>Duties and responsabilities</p><p>Monitoring and Evaluation</p><p><br></p><p>Develop, implement, and maintain project-level MEAL frameworks, plans, and monitoring systems, ensuring alignment with project logical frameworks, indicators, and organizational MEAL standards.</p><p>Monitor programme performance by tracking progress against indicators, reviewing indicator performance, identifying inconsistencies or data gaps, and supporting the adaptation of monitoring tools and methodologies to the operational context.</p><p>Conduct monitoring, verification, and assessments, including regular field monitoring visits, data quality assurance and verification, and supporting the planning and implementation of baseline, endline, and other assessments through data collection and coordination.</p><p>Support evidence-based reporting and programme management by providing timely and accurate MEAL inputs for internal and donor reporting, ensuring that monitoring findings inform programme implementation and decision-making.</p><p>Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of MEAL systems, including the development of evaluation frameworks, indicators, sampling methodologies, and data collection approaches to strengthen programme quality and accountability.</p><p>Accountability and Learning</p><p><br></p><p>Establish and manage feedback and complaint mechanisms in line with programme design and operational context.</p><p>Track, document, and follow up on feedback and complaints in line with protocols.</p><p>Escalate sensitive cases in accordance with safeguarding and accountability standards.</p><p>Facilitate periodic learning and reflection sessions with programme teams.</p><p>Document lessons learned and support adaptive programme improvements.</p><p>Support the dissemination of lessons learned and good practices across teams and partners.</p><p>Support integration of learning into programme design and implementation.</p><p>Data Management and Analysis</p><p><br></p><p>Maintain databases, trackers, and information management systems ensuring data accuracy.</p><p>Conduct routine data analysis to inform programme performance.</p><p>Produce dashboards and basic data visualizations.</p><p>Ensure data is systematically stored, cleaned, and accessible for reporting and evaluation purposes.</p><p>Ensure data protection, confidentiality, and secure data storage in line with organizational policies.</p><p>Translate data findings into actionable recommendations and support follow-up on their implementation.</p><p>Training and Capacity Strengthening</p><p><br></p><p>Train and support field staff and partners on MEAL tools, data collection methods, and reporting requirements.</p><p>Provide on-the-job coaching to staff and partners to strengthen MEAL practices.</p><p>Supervise enumerators, interns, or small data collection teams.</p><p>Promote consistent application of MEAL standards across field teams.</p><p>Additional Duties</p><p><br></p><p>Propose improvements to MEAL processes and tools based on field experience.</p><p>Support coordination with partners on MEAL-related activities.</p><p>Support drafting of donor reports and proposals, ensuring MEAL inputs are evidence-based.</p><p>Support the organization of learning events, workshops, or review meetings at country level.</p><p>Ensure compliance with organizational MEAL standards and donor requirements across programme activities.</p><p>Support the coordination of external evaluations, including engagement with consultants and stakeholders.</p><p>Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.</p><p>Requirements</p><p>Education (Essential)</p><p><br></p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.</p><p>Formal training in MEAL, data management, or data analysis.</p><p>Education (Desirable)</p><p><br></p><p>Certification in MEAL systems, evaluation, or data analysis.</p><p>Certification in project or program management (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2).</p><p>Experience (Essential)</p><p><br></p><p>At least 6 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in MEAL-related roles.</p><p>Experience implementing surveys, maintaining databases, and contributing to analytical reports.</p><p>Familiarity with MEAL systems and donor reporting requirements.</p><p>Proficiency in Kobo/ODK, Excel, and data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI).</p><p>Strong skills in data tracking, verification, and reporting.</p><p>Experience (Desirable)</p><p><br></p><p>Experience in humanitarian contexts and fragile settings.</p><p>Exposure to partner coordination and multi-stakeholder environments.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.</li><li>Formal training in MEAL, data management, or data analysis.</li><li>Certification in MEAL systems, evaluation, or data analysis (Desirable).</li><li>Certification in project or program management (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2) (Desirable).</li><li>At least 6 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in MEAL-related roles.</li><li>Experience implementing surveys, maintaining databases, and contributing to analytical reports.</li><li>Familiarity with MEAL systems and donor reporting requirements.</li><li>Proficiency in Kobo/ODK, Excel, and data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI).</li><li>Strong skills in data tracking, verification, and reporting.</li><li>Experience in humanitarian contexts and fragile settings (Desirable).</li><li>Exposure to partner coordination and multi-stakeholder environments (Desirable).</li><li>Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Experience supervising data collection teams.</li><li>Solid report writing and documentation skills.</li><li>Understanding of humanitarian programming and sectoral approaches.</li><li>Understanding and respect for humanitarian principles and the organization's vision, mission, and confidentiality.</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability.</li><li>Collaborative, team-oriented, and solutions-oriented approach.</li><li>Full professional proficiency in Arabic and English, written and spoken.</li><li>Knowledge of Kurdish is a plus (Desirable).</li></ul>

<p>Support the overall implementation of the social cohesion and tribal engagement programme in Iraq, including its financial, administrative and technical implementation, in compliance with IOM policies and standards, conflict-sensitive programming standards, as well as donor requirements, agreed timeline and deliverables.</p><p><br></p><p>In coordination with the Programme Manager, coordinate the work of all staff assigned to the programme, as well as consultants, implementing partners and service providers recruited to support and/or undertake specific activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Maintain close collaboration and contribute to strengthening the partnerships with tribal leaders, community actors, government counterparts, UN agencies, and civil society organizations to support coherent, coordinated, and peace-positive engagement across target locations.</p><p><br></p><p>Draft and produce high-quality progress and other reports, including donor reports and thematic briefs,&nbsp; and ensure proper information exchange on all operational aspects of the programmes between IOM, the programmes’ donors and other stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Provide technical support in analyzing&nbsp; conflict dynamics, emerging tensions, and social cohesion trends in view of strategic, programmatic and programme-specific funding opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>Contribute to the identification of emerging and donors’ priorities and strategies, explore the possibility to develop follow up initiatives and/or initiate new programme development process in Iraq,&nbsp; and draft projects proposals, in relation to expressed governmental needs, donors’ priorities and in line with IOM’s mandate and strategy.</p><p><br></p><p>In coordination with the Programme Manager, facilitate adequate information management on programme’s activities through regular updates, summaries, talking points, and other relevant materials that promote IOM’s visibility in Iraq and ensuring alignment with donor visibility requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Assist in conducting conflict analysis and contextual assessments to identify potential activities to be implemented as part of the tribal engagement and social cohesion programme in line with IOM mandate and the priorities established by the Government and partners in Iraq.</p><p><br></p><p>Contribute to the development of relevant monitoring and evaluation plans and tools to track programme objectives and benchmarks, measure progress and effectiveness, make recommendation on suitable course corrections, and supporting further development and improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Ensure adequate information management on programme related activities including awareness raising and visibility; provide regular updates, summaries, and other relevant materials, in coordination with the donor and IOM’s Public Information Department.</p><p><br></p><p>Participate in relevant coordination meetings, donor engagements, community forums, and technical working groups, as well as other forums, to facilitate proper coordination and presentation of IOM’s social cohesion and tribal engagement activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Participate in relevant UN working groups and activities to encourage the mainstreaming of peacebuilding and conflict-sensitive approaches into United Nations frameworks.</p><p><br></p><p>Perform such other duties as may be assigned.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><p>Required Qualifications and Experience</p><p><br></p><p><b>Education</b></p><p><br></p><p>Master’s degree in Peacebuilding, International Relations, Social Sciences, Resource Management, Conflict Resolution, Political Science, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,</p><p>University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.</p><p>Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Experience</b></p><p><br></p><p>Demonstrated experience in the conceptualization, development, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of social cohesion, tribal engagement, peacebuilding, or conflict‑sensitive programming in Iraq, with proven ability to design and steer context‑appropriate interventions;</p><p>Experience supervising and providing technical guidance to national staff, consultants, and/or field teams, including leading capacity‑building efforts, coaching personnel, and ensuring adherence to programmatic standards;</p><p>Experience in liaising with governmental counterparts, tribal leadership structures, community stakeholders, and national and international institutions, with a strong ability to facilitate dialogue, consultations, workshops, and engagement with high‑level or sensitive actors; and,</p><p>Experience in donor‑funded programme management, including contributions to Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), development of programme tools, donor reporting, proposal development, and compliance with UN and bilateral donor programming requirements.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>Skills</b></p><p><br></p><p>Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities;&nbsp;</p><p>Excellent leadership, coordination, and information management skills;</p><p>Detailed knowledge of the UN System, NGOs and other international organizations/institutions;</p><p>Knowledge of migration data, migration patterns in Iraq and ability to negotiate with government authorities;&nbsp;</p><p>Good knowledge of human and financial resources management;&nbsp;</p><p>Excellent conceptualization, analytical and writing skills;&nbsp;</p><p>Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;&nbsp;</p><p>Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision; and,</p><p>Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with development partners, government counterparts, UN agencies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h2><br></h2>