PROJECT ASSISTANT (INT10225)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

The Role:

Oxfam GB -Iraq Program looking for a Project Assistants to supports the implementation, coordination, and reporting of the GIZ-funded project in Salah ad Din governorate. Under the supervision of the Senior Project Officer, the Project Assistant assists in organizing project activities, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring the achievement of project objectives.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as economics, finance, sustainable development, or international development.
• Previous experience or strong interest in financial literacy, financial inclusion, renewable energy, or related fields is desirable.
• Basic understanding of financial concepts and practices, as well as renewable energy technologies and their applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic languages (written and spoken).
• Ability to travel and work in challenging environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Technical Skills:

• Financial literacy: Support delivery of tailored financial literacy sessions and training on e-payment tools.
• Financial inclusion: Assist in promoting access to green financial products/services for MSME owners and women entrepreneurs.
• Renewable energy: Contribute to awareness campaigns and pilot initiatives on renewable energy adoption, including solar energy systems.
• Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with local stakeholders to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of financial literacy and renewable energy initiatives.

Other

• Required to adhere to Oxfam’s principles and values as well as the promotion of gender justice and women’s rights
• Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles.

Desirable

• Experience in building the capacity of the team internally and of external stakeholders;
• Experience in working and jointly implementing projects involving local authorities and/or organizations as implementing partners.
• Proficiency in English language will be an asset (both spoken and writing)

Key Attributes

1. Good interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
2. Sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts.
3. Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. 

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.