Livelihoods Program Associate (Government Engagement)

Context/Reporting line:

IOM is a major actor in post-conflict recovery and reconstruction, and as such is heavily involved in livelihood

development and job creation programmes. IOM’s strengths lie in its field presence around the country and

operational capacity to rebuild community infrastructure, conduct vocational and other trainings, providing grant

funding at local level to support business development and a variety of other areas key to recovery.

 

IOM provides livelihoods support to people in extreme poverty through targeted support in the form of a

graduation like approach leveraging its existing services towards improving living conditions of targeted families.

 

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (EconRecDevL), the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer (Livelihoods) in close coordination with the Livelihoods Technical Team, the successful candidate will perform the following duties:

 

Core Functions / Responsibilities

1. Facilitate collaboration between IOM and MoLSA by working closely with IOM teams and MoLSA staff to strengthen coordination and ensure effective collaboration on program implementation, particularly in the areas of labor migration, livelihoods, private sector development and reintegration.
2. Facilitate and conduct periodic meetings with MOLSA departments based on the IOM government strategy and workplan
3. Coordinate all government engagement activities, including events, workshops, and meetings with relevant government entities in Iraq, particularly in the context of livelihoods and access to finance initiatives. Serve as the primary point of contact for communicating event details, objectives, and outcomes to ensure effective participation and alignment with program goals. Also, ensure proper documentation and follow-up on all engagements to maintain accountability and streamline future collaborations.
4. Provide support in the implementation of Access to Finance (A2F) initiatives. This includes assisting in the design of financial products and services tailored to program beneficiaries, coordinating with financial institutions, and monitoring the effectiveness of these initiatives. Contribute to the development of training and awareness materials aimed at enhancing beneficiaries’ understanding of financial management and access to credit. Take responsibility for reporting on progress, challenges, and lessons learned related to these activities and perform any other tasks as assigned to ensure the successful implementation of access to finance components.
5. Assist in profiling, mobilizing, and training MoLSA staff to effectively engage with IOM’s programs and enhance their technical knowledge on topics such as business development, financial management, and livelihoods programming.
6. Facilitate MoLSA’s access to IOM’s resources and services, including training materials, technical guidance, and support for the design and implementation of livelihoods programs. Act as a liaison to connect MoLSA with different IOM departments and external stakeholders such as NGOs, private sector partners, and other development actors.
7. Work with various IOM teams and MoLSA to ensure administrative and logistical requirements are met for program delivery, including coordinating training sessions, workshops, and other events, and ensuring that all necessary documentation is in place for effective program implementation.
8. Facilitate the enrollment of target beneficiaries in livelihoods services and work with MoLSA to develop tailored livelihood plans based on beneficiary assessments and needs.
9. Offer ongoing technical support and mentorship to MoLSA staff and beneficiaries, ensuring that the designed livelihoods plans are on track and aligned with both IOM’s and MoLSA’s goals.
10. Develop and maintain effective working relationships by fostering strong working relationships between IOM teams and MoLSA staff to ensure successful collaboration and coordination during all stages of program implementation and case management.
11. Perform any other tasks related to the program as may be assigned by the IOM supervisor or MoLSA.

Required Qualifications

 

Education:

• University degree in social sciences, psychology, international development or any related fields from an accredited academic university or institute with three years of relevant professional environment, or;
• Completed high school degree from an accredited academic institute with 5 years of relevant professional experience.

Experience and Skills:

• Relevant experience in the areas of labor migration, livelihoods development, vocational training, or employment programs, preferably in the humanitarian or development sectors.
• Proven experience in working with government counterparts, especially in the context of capacity building and technical assistance.
• Knowledge of IOM programs, tools, and strategies is highly desirable.
• Experience in coordinating multi-stakeholder projects, conducting training, and producing technical reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with government counterparts and IOM staff.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Knowledge of the socio-political context and development challenges in the country is an advantage.

Languages:

• Fluency in Arabic and English is required.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:

 

https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20241210101804/Y1oeVGX70fO2MACn5UmckEh93