Marketing Expert (National position)

MAIN OBJECTIVE:

The marketing expert will be responsible for the marketing assessment, research and activities within a AICS-funded project in the sector of heritage.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Conduct research about the market of mud bricks production and tourist-cultural sector.
• Identify and implement marketing strategies for a consortium operating in tourist-cultural sector.
• Design and implement marketing plan for an association made up of experts in the mud brick production.
• Identify events and fairs to promote the work of the association and the consortium.
• Conduct trainings on marketing and business development to members of the association and the consortium.
• Support the archaeologist in coordination of activities for the association and the consortium.
• Keep record of the direct beneficiaries of the project and prepare weekly and monthly reports as per needs of the project.
• Work in close collaboration with the MEAL department for data collection and marketing assessment tools
• Maintain the archiving system up to date (both in hardcopies and electronically).
• Monitor the coaching process and visit periodically the beneficiaries.
• Support the technical team in the distribution of the packages and materials.
• Perform any other relevant duties within the scope of the project as required.

Salary range:  1,350 USD – 1,633 USD (depending on the experience)

Reporting to: Country Representative / Programme coordinator

Essential requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing/communications/ business management or related.
• 3-5 years of experience as a marketing specialist or similar role
• Solid organizational skills and detail oriented
• Ability to gather large amounts of data and convert it into meaningful analysis.
• Clear understanding of marketing trends in the tourist/archeological sector.
• Ability to solve problems independently with innovative and creative approaches.

Duty Station: Baghdad with frequent field visits to Tell Muhammad and Aqar Quf

Language: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.

Required skills and experiences:

• IT skills: Ability to effectively use standard office software, such as MS Office (Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Exchange, ActivityInfo).
• Excellent communication skills in building relationships with local contacts.
• Good attitude and experience in working with partners.

AVSI is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, to apply.

How to Apply (Application Process):

Interested candidates are required to send CV and cover letter(Optional) to iraq@avsi.org by 09-04-2026. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and based on urgency, AVSI may fill the position prior to the closing date. Please mention your name and job position in the subject of your email. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.