National Legal Officer

[Baghdad,Iraq ]

Context/Reporting line:
On March 1, 2021, Iraqi Council of Representatives adopted the Law on Support to Yazidi Survivors
(Survivors’ Law), a pivotal transitional justice measure for addressing the legacy of mass atrocities committed
by ISIS against Yazidi and other minorities, including survivors of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV)
and children. Survivors’ Law provides official recognition to victims of genocide and other grave violations of
international law and stipulates a wide range of state-sponsored reparation measures, including compensation,
health services, legal aid, support in livelihood and employment and housing. The main implementing body
Directorate for Survivors Affairs (Directorate) for this legislation is established under Ministry of Labour and
Social Affairs (MOLSA).
Since 2019, leveraging IOM’s global expertise in developing and implementing reparation programs, IOM Iraq
has been providing support to the development of a reparation framework for CRSV survivors in Iraq. After
adoption of the Draft Law, technical support to institutions and civil society has entered a new phase focused
on strengthening capacity of the relevant institutions to implement the reparation program in line with best
practices and international standards for state reparation programs; expanding participation of civil society and
survivors in the implementation and monitoring of the reparation process; and enhancing survivors’ access to
reparation benefits.
Under the overall supervision of the Head, Community Stabilization Unit, the administrative supervision of
the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of the International Reparations Officer, the
incumbent will provide technical legal assistance in support of IOM’s efforts to support the development and
strengthening of Iraq’s frameworks and mechanisms for transitional justice. Specifically, s/he will:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Support the International Reparations Officer to provide strategic orientation to IOM’s work on
transitional justice and reparations in Iraq and ensure that IOM’s engagement is responsive to new
developments.
2. Support the Reparations Officer in liaising with the Directorate for Survivors Affairs, and designing,
planning and implementing technical assistance to this body.
3. Interpret and analyze relevant national and international legal and policy frameworks and provide
recommendations on actions to advance transitional justice in Iraq.
4. Support implementation of actions aimed at promotion and advocacy for inclusive transitional justice and
reconciliation in Iraq.
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.
4. Develop awareness raising tools, training materials, and manuals for survivors, civil society partners, and
government officials.
5. Provide operational and technical support to training courses, workshops, study tours, and other
events/activities to strengthen the capacity of survivors, civil society partners, and government
counterparts, including lawyers, social workers and other officials from institutions mandated with
receiving and processing claims from survivors.
6. Ensure gender and protection mainstreaming within all project activities.
7. Undertake duty travel as required.
8. Perform any of duties as may be assigned.

Context/Reporting line:
On March 1, 2021, Iraqi Council of Representatives adopted the Law on Support to Yazidi Survivors
(Survivors’ Law), a pivotal transitional justice measure for addressing the legacy of mass atrocities committed
by ISIS against Yazidi and other minorities, including survivors of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV)
and children. Survivors’ Law provides official recognition to victims of genocide and other grave violations of
international law and stipulates a wide range of state-sponsored reparation measures, including compensation,
health services, legal aid, support in livelihood and employment and housing. The main implementing body
Directorate for Survivors Affairs (Directorate) for this legislation is established under Ministry of Labour and
Social Affairs (MOLSA).
Since 2019, leveraging IOM’s global expertise in developing and implementing reparation programs, IOM Iraq
has been providing support to the development of a reparation framework for CRSV survivors in Iraq. After
adoption of the Draft Law, technical support to institutions and civil society has entered a new phase focused
on strengthening capacity of the relevant institutions to implement the reparation program in line with best
practices and international standards for state reparation programs; expanding participation of civil society and
survivors in the implementation and monitoring of the reparation process; and enhancing survivors’ access to
reparation benefits.
Under the overall supervision of the Head, Community Stabilization Unit, the administrative supervision of
the Head of Sub Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of the International Reparations Officer, the
incumbent will provide technical legal assistance in support of IOM’s efforts to support the development and
strengthening of Iraq’s frameworks and mechanisms for transitional justice. Specifically, s/he will:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Support the International Reparations Officer to provide strategic orientation to IOM’s work on
transitional justice and reparations in Iraq and ensure that IOM’s engagement is responsive to new
developments.
2. Support the Reparations Officer in liaising with the Directorate for Survivors Affairs, and designing,
planning and implementing technical assistance to this body.
3. Interpret and analyze relevant national and international legal and policy frameworks and provide
recommendations on actions to advance transitional justice in Iraq.
4. Support implementation of actions aimed at promotion and advocacy for inclusive transitional justice and
reconciliation in Iraq.
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.
4. Develop awareness raising tools, training materials, and manuals for survivors, civil society partners, and
government officials.
5. Provide operational and technical support to training courses, workshops, study tours, and other
events/activities to strengthen the capacity of survivors, civil society partners, and government
counterparts, including lawyers, social workers and other officials from institutions mandated with
receiving and processing claims from survivors.
6. Ensure gender and protection mainstreaming within all project activities.
7. Undertake duty travel as required.
8. Perform any of duties as may be assigned.

Education:
 Bachelor’s degree in law field from an accredited academic university or institute.
 Advanced university degree is highly desirable.
Experience and Skills:
 At least 2 years of work experience as a lawyer, preferably working on reparations and/or Housing,
Land and Property issues.
 Knowledge of rule of law programming, including transitional justice, and knowledge of mechanisms
for the prevention of SGBV through rule of law responses.
 Excellent legal analysis skills.
 Experience in providing technical advice/capacity building on rule of law issues.
 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).
 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.
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/20211116104633/lswHpyXcVq0hujA2OBgbSGTxo 
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.