Lawyer

[Al-Qayyarah,Jedaa Camp,Iraq ]

Context/Reporting line:
Under the general guidance of the Head, Community Stabilization Unit, the overall supervision of the Program
Coordinator- Legal Support, the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct
supervision of the National Field Coordinator in close coordination with the CSU Area Coordinator, the
candidate will perform the following duties:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Attend an induction training to understand IOM CSU’s different legal programs and areas of focus,
focusing on HLP, civil documentation and other legal issues in Iraq, dispute resolution techniques, case
management, roles and responsibilities of the CSU legal teams, and reporting requirements.
2. Coordinate and liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and community-leaders who will be relevant
to the project.
3. Conduct awareness-raising sessions to community members, stakeholders, and IDPs on HLP and civil
documentation.
4. Conduct trainings on HLP and tenure rights, civil documentation, and family law to communitymembers
and stakeholders in Qayyarah.
5. Provide direct legal assistance, including legal counselling and representation, to individuals identified
during the project and require support in accessing government services, including document
restoration, property compensation, and inheritance.
6. Work with IOM teams and other protection and legal partners on mechanisms for collecting information
and data related to cases identified during the project and refer cases as necessary.
7. Compile and create case reports and summaries using tracking tools and reporting templates.
8. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to implementing partners and CSOs selected during the
project.
9. Consult with relevant staff from IOM on legal assistance related issues, including support in drafting
forms, templates and procedures.
10. Pro-actively offer suggestions and advice to management regarding improvements in implementation
and initiative such improvements as requested.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Context/Reporting line:
Under the general guidance of the Head, Community Stabilization Unit, the overall supervision of the Program
Coordinator- Legal Support, the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct
supervision of the National Field Coordinator in close coordination with the CSU Area Coordinator, the
candidate will perform the following duties:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Attend an induction training to understand IOM CSU’s different legal programs and areas of focus,
focusing on HLP, civil documentation and other legal issues in Iraq, dispute resolution techniques, case
management, roles and responsibilities of the CSU legal teams, and reporting requirements.
2. Coordinate and liaise with local authorities, stakeholders, and community-leaders who will be relevant
to the project.
3. Conduct awareness-raising sessions to community members, stakeholders, and IDPs on HLP and civil
documentation.
4. Conduct trainings on HLP and tenure rights, civil documentation, and family law to communitymembers
and stakeholders in Qayyarah.
5. Provide direct legal assistance, including legal counselling and representation, to individuals identified
during the project and require support in accessing government services, including document
restoration, property compensation, and inheritance.
6. Work with IOM teams and other protection and legal partners on mechanisms for collecting information
and data related to cases identified during the project and refer cases as necessary.
7. Compile and create case reports and summaries using tracking tools and reporting templates.
8. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to implementing partners and CSOs selected during the
project.
9. Consult with relevant staff from IOM on legal assistance related issues, including support in drafting
forms, templates and procedures.
10. Pro-actively offer suggestions and advice to management regarding improvements in implementation
and initiative such improvements as requested.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education:
 Bachelor’s degree in law from an accredited academic university or institute.
Experience and Skills:
 At least 3 years of work experience as a lawyer, preferably working on Housing, Land and Property
and Civil Documentation issues, including compensation, establishing ownership, and document
restoration.
 Experience in working at camp locations.
 Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of actors, including people of culturally
diverse backgrounds, government and authorities, humanitarian actors (UN agencies and NGOs).
 Experience working in development or humanitarian programming (specifically in International or
National NGO/UN) is an asset
 Computer literacy and skills with specific proficiency in Microsoft applications.
 Reliable, efficient, high level of professionalism, organizational skills and ability to work under
pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
 Good analytical skills for financial data, strong eye for detail and accuracy.
 Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
 Ability and motivation to travel to areas within the governorate to meet with beneficiaries
Languages:
 Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
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/20211108112056/qmjLk1oaEzcu9lw8H430WeIMN 

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.