Program Facilitator

OVERVIEW

Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is a charitable organization supporting survivors of human rights violations, defending fundamental freedoms, and promoting democratic values throughout the world. Our programs provide mental health, medical treatment, and other support services to survivors of trauma, terror, domestic violence, and human rights violations.
We are seeking applications for the following position:

Position: Program Facilitator
Status: Full-time
Based: Sulaymaniyah
Reports to: Head of Program
Required Degree: Peace Building, Social Science, or a related field
Application Deadline: 15 July 2025
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: One year, with the possibility of renewal

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Technical Support (Aiding the development of assessment tools)

2. Conducting research and writing reports

3. Developing program activities and supporting project development

4. Organizing and communicating with local community groups

5. Facilitating local understanding of project scope and issue selection using qualitative and quantitative indicators

6. Designing potential community activities addressing identified issues using expert and community knowledge

7. Designing a community issue selection process

8. Guiding and supporting community activities

REQUIREMENTS

1. Must have an excellent command of Kurdish, a good command of English, and additional Arabic proficiency is preferable.
2. Knowledge of Turkoman, Assyrian, or other minority languages is considered a positive
3. Work experience in peacebuilding, transitional justice, or development work is a positive

PERKS AND BENEFITS

1. Participation in professional trainings and seminars
2. Working in an international and dedicated team, with the opportunity to travel
3. Paid holidays (24 days for a full-time position) plus 15 statutory holidays. Additional paid holidays, especially on the occasion of religious festivals, may be agreed upon
4. Voluntary pension scheme with employer contributions

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit, in English:
– cover letter outlining your motivation to work with Jiyan in this particular position
– CV detailing your previous work experience
– Reference letters or reference contacts
via this form: APPLY HERE
Please note that applications that do not meet the requirements or that are incomplete will not be considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace, fostering an environment that respects and appreciates each team member’s unique perspectives, experiences, and talents.