Senior Livelihood Program Assistant

[Baa’j,Sinjar,Al-Qayyarah,Iraq ]

Context/Reporting line:
Under the general guidance of the Head, Returns and Recovery Unit, the overall supervision of the Programme
Coordinator, the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of
NW RRU National Operations Officer in close Coordination with Regional Livelihoods Technical Advisor,
the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Provide support to the livelihood programme associates in all locations where RRU is active in
Western Ninawa or where support is required, during roll-out of livelihood activities, including
trainings of staff in preparation for activities and direct support during the various stages of activity
implementation.
2. Travel to field sites in Sinjar, Baaj and Qayrawan areas in order to implement, and provide technical
assistance to colleagues in implementation of livelihood activities.
3. Provide direct support specifically to the implementation of IOM’s Enterprise Development Fund
(EDF) , Individual Livelihoods Assistance (ILA), Cash for Work (CfW) in Ninawa, including:
backstopping for verification process during the lifespan of the EDF grant; support to ME process
during and after the grant process, making recommendations for improving the post-grant oversight
and evaluation tools; and, providing feedback and advice on EDF criteria, participating in relevant
workshops and review sessions when required.
4. Provide support during livelihoods assessments in Ninawa – including labor market assessments,
supply chain and/or value chain mapping, and assessments for IOM’s SME grant-based activities –
and assist in identifying business development needs and growth sectors in the geographic areas
covered by IOM livelihood activities in Ninawa.
5. Maintain a high level of understanding of IOM’s livelihood technical portfolio, ensuing participation
in and full understanding of any reviews and revisions in SOPs, guidelines and assessment tools.
6. Assist in conducting capacity building trainings on all IOM livelihood activities, when necessary, in
coordination with the RRU livelihoods technical team.
7. Assist the unit to identify relevant stakeholders and create new opportunities with national or local
associations, chambers of commerce / industry, and partners for IOM’s livelihoods programmes.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female
candidates are especially encouraged, as well as the internal and external candidates are eligible to
apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, the internal candidates are considered as
first-tier candidates.
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8. Fulfill responsibilities of SME advisor and trainer using IOM-selected methodology, which includes
conducting Business Development Service (BDS) training for IOM supported beneficiaries to assist
them in a business start-up or to enhancing their business.
9. Ensure appropriate selection of project beneficiaries by conducting interviews, registering, and
profiling applicants using specific criteria.
10. Support IOM selected beneficiaries by facilitating orientation meetings and/or one-to-one counseling
sessions as necessary and support them in the formulation of their business plans.
11. Travel to project sites on a regular basis to monitor individuals who have received IOM livelihoods
assistance, ensure that activities are being carried out in accordance with livelihoods guidelines and
provide guidance to the Livelihoods Program Associates in order to make necessary improvements or
changes to livelihoods service delivery.
12. Ensure that all distributions of cash grants, tools and equipment are monitored for both quality and
quantity and that relationship management with vendors is maintained in project locations.
13. Organize and conduct satisfaction and feedback surveys in order to improve future livelihoods
projects.
14. Monitor achievements in accordance with work plans and report progress to the Livelihoods Team and
relevant Team Leader to improve delivery of livelihoods assistance.
15. Coordinate with field staff and the Information Management (IM) unit to maintain up-to-date and
accurate beneficiary data in the IOM Portal.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Context/Reporting line:
Under the general guidance of the Head, Returns and Recovery Unit, the overall supervision of the Programme
Coordinator, the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of
NW RRU National Operations Officer in close Coordination with Regional Livelihoods Technical Advisor,
the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Provide support to the livelihood programme associates in all locations where RRU is active in
Western Ninawa or where support is required, during roll-out of livelihood activities, including
trainings of staff in preparation for activities and direct support during the various stages of activity
implementation.
2. Travel to field sites in Sinjar, Baaj and Qayrawan areas in order to implement, and provide technical
assistance to colleagues in implementation of livelihood activities.
3. Provide direct support specifically to the implementation of IOM’s Enterprise Development Fund
(EDF) , Individual Livelihoods Assistance (ILA), Cash for Work (CfW) in Ninawa, including:
backstopping for verification process during the lifespan of the EDF grant; support to ME process
during and after the grant process, making recommendations for improving the post-grant oversight
and evaluation tools; and, providing feedback and advice on EDF criteria, participating in relevant
workshops and review sessions when required.
4. Provide support during livelihoods assessments in Ninawa – including labor market assessments,
supply chain and/or value chain mapping, and assessments for IOM’s SME grant-based activities –
and assist in identifying business development needs and growth sectors in the geographic areas
covered by IOM livelihood activities in Ninawa.
5. Maintain a high level of understanding of IOM’s livelihood technical portfolio, ensuing participation
in and full understanding of any reviews and revisions in SOPs, guidelines and assessment tools.
6. Assist in conducting capacity building trainings on all IOM livelihood activities, when necessary, in
coordination with the RRU livelihoods technical team.
7. Assist the unit to identify relevant stakeholders and create new opportunities with national or local
associations, chambers of commerce / industry, and partners for IOM’s livelihoods programmes.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female
candidates are especially encouraged, as well as the internal and external candidates are eligible to
apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, the internal candidates are considered as
first-tier candidates.
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8. Fulfill responsibilities of SME advisor and trainer using IOM-selected methodology, which includes
conducting Business Development Service (BDS) training for IOM supported beneficiaries to assist
them in a business start-up or to enhancing their business.
9. Ensure appropriate selection of project beneficiaries by conducting interviews, registering, and
profiling applicants using specific criteria.
10. Support IOM selected beneficiaries by facilitating orientation meetings and/or one-to-one counseling
sessions as necessary and support them in the formulation of their business plans.
11. Travel to project sites on a regular basis to monitor individuals who have received IOM livelihoods
assistance, ensure that activities are being carried out in accordance with livelihoods guidelines and
provide guidance to the Livelihoods Program Associates in order to make necessary improvements or
changes to livelihoods service delivery.
12. Ensure that all distributions of cash grants, tools and equipment are monitored for both quality and
quantity and that relationship management with vendors is maintained in project locations.
13. Organize and conduct satisfaction and feedback surveys in order to improve future livelihoods
projects.
14. Monitor achievements in accordance with work plans and report progress to the Livelihoods Team and
relevant Team Leader to improve delivery of livelihoods assistance.
15. Coordinate with field staff and the Information Management (IM) unit to maintain up-to-date and
accurate beneficiary data in the IOM Portal.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Education:
 University degree in social sciences from an accredited academic university or institute.
Experience and Skills:
 Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in livelihood project implementation in Ninewa with an
international organization is required. Proficiency in all Microsoft office functions.
Languages:
 Fluency in English, Arabic is required.
 Knowledge of Kurdish (Kurmanji) is an advantage.
Behavioral Competencies
 Work prioritization and ability to multitask.
 Shares knowledge and experience.
 Positive, constructive attitude.
 Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a
minimum of comfort.
 Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
 Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.
 Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
 Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.
 Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.
 Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.
 Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of
sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified Internal applicants.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:
https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20211124212724/tiArXB5170uhaZp2nJ8Ld3qje 
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.