Overview
The National Project Officer (Livelihoods Government Coordination) serves as the focal point for government engagement related to livelihoods and private sector development, focusing on coordination with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA). The role supports the implementation of livelihoods activities and strengthens government ownership of IOM-supported programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the point of contact for government engagement related to livelihoods and private sector development, with a particular focus on the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA).
- Support the coordination with relevant Government of Iraq counterparts, including MoLSA, the Ministry of Planning (MoP), relevant line ministries, and sub‑national authorities.
- Support IOM Livelihoods technical teams on the day-to-day implementation of livelihoods related activities when required.
- Support the organization of workshops and events in partnership with the government of Iraq and national partners.
- Coordinate with government counterparts within agreed legal, policy, and institutional frameworks.
- Participate in technical coordination meetings, working groups, and bilateral discussions with government entities.
- Support the drafting, follow‑up, and operationalization of cooperation agreements, MOUs, letters of support, and official government correspondence.
- Support coordination with line ministries and governorate‑level authorities to facilitate coherence in the planning and implementation of livelihoods activities.
- Maintain systematic records of government correspondence, agreements, and key discussions; prepare regular updates for internal use.
- Perform other government‑engagement‑related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Required Experience
- Relevant professional experience in government engagement, public sector coordination, institutional partnerships, or development‑related work, preferably within an international organization, UN agency, donor‑funded programme, or comparable public institution.
- Experience in working in an international environment and in liaising with a variety of partners at all levels of the hierarchy.
- Experience working with government ministries or public authorities at national and/or sub‑national levels.
- Familiarity with government systems and public administration processes, preferably in Iraq or similar contexts.
- Proven experience in developing project proposals and donor reports to the highest standard and in line with donor’s specific requirements and guidelines.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in management, Business Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, Engineering, International Development, or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or
- University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
