Community Facilitator

Activities, Tasks, Expected Outputs

The Community Facilitator will mainly support the forumZFD Iraq implementation of `Communities in Dialogue in Ayadiya and Tal Afar` in Ninewa governorate under the direct supervision of Project Manager at Ayadiya-forumZFD Salam Centre in close cooperation with forumZFD Project Manager in Erbil office. The Community Facilitator will ensure that the tasks are accomplished in a timely manner according to the agreed timeline, budget and adhering to forumZFD policy and Do-No-Harm principles.

1. Mobilize the participation of the community members including women and girls for the project activities.
2. Conduct outreach activities into the communities of Ayadiya, Tal Afar including of all accessible villages in the area.
3. Assist and support to plan and implement all relevant activities in the framework of the Communities in Dialogue Project in Ayadiya and Tal Afar.
4. Plan, provide training and capacity-building support to community members within the framework of the Communities in Dialogue Project in Ayadiya and Tal Afar.
5. Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events to promote dialogue and collaboration within the framework of the Communities in Dialogue Project in Ayadiya and Tal Afar.
6. Conduct community needs assessments, context and conflict analysis and identify key issues and priorities.
7. Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, stakeholders, and partner organizations adhering to the Do-No-Harm principles and forumZFD principles.
8. Coordinate and support community-led initiatives and projects within the framework of the Communities in Dialogue Project in Ayadiya and Tal Afar.
9. Monitor and evaluate the impact of the activities within the framework of the Communities in Dialogue Project in Ayadiya and Tal Afar.
10. Prepare reports and documentation on efforts of the Communities in Dialogue Project.
11. Other related tasks based on need and agreement.

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, community development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community facilitation, preferably in an NGO or development context.
• Strong understanding of community dynamics, social issues, and participatory approaches.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse community members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of local culture, customs, and languages.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Commitment to promoting inclusivity, gender equality, and human rights.
• Experience in conducting/facilitating workshops for diverse actors.
• Field experience in Ninewa Governorate Iraq, preferably with a range of civil society organizations, authorities, and local actors.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution and peacebuilding programming is an asset.
• Understanding of rights-based approach, conflict sensitivity and do no harm approaches is an asset.
• Reasonable fluency in English, excellent knowledge of Arabic. Knowledge of Turkman language is an asset.

Cooperative spirit, ability to work with a variety of actors (communities, civil society actors, partner organizations, authorities, and project staff).

The interested candidates are kindly requested to submit the following:

• Letter of interest
• The CV of the candidate
• Copy of Iraqi ID and passport
• Relevant references
• Any other information that the individual finds relevant

These materials for application should be sent to forumZFD Iraq, Erbil Office, Republic of Iraq or via email: hr-iraq@forumZFD.de