Project Coordination Associate (NPSA 6)

The goal of this job function is to support the efficient and coordinated implementation, monitoring, and delivery of project activities in Basra and neighbouring governorates in Southern Iraq.

Basra, Iraq

One year, with possibility of extension

BACKGROUND: The International Trade Centre (ITC), is the joint agency of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the United Nations (UN). It is fully dedicated to the success of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), connecting markets, improving lives. In Iraq, we build trade-led growth for inclusive prosperity. ITC is a fully resident agency, member of the UNCT with offices in Baghdad (UN compound), Erbil, Mosul and Basra. The Project Coordination Associate in Basra will integrate ITC’s project offices in Iraq. S/he will be responsible for supporting the implementation of ITC’s projects in Basra, Iraq and neighbouring governorates in southern Iraq. The Project Coordination Associate will work closely with implementing partners and local stakeholders to ensure effective coordination, communication, and collaboration in the project's activities. The Associate will also support ITC’s project teams in research, needs assessment and the identification and selection of potential beneficiaries. RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the JOBS National Project Coordinator, the selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks: • Support project activities implementation in the Basra and neighbouring governorates in southern Iraq • Support the development and maintenance of effective relationships with implementing partners and local stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector organizations, civil society organizations, and beneficiaries. • Assist in organizing periodic meetings with local authorities to create awareness and enhance support of implementation of project activities in target areas. • Conduct regular field visits to project sites to monitor progress (M&E), identify challenges, and assist in providing technical support to beneficiaries, in liaison with implementing partners. • Report any challenges or deviation from agreed plans and identify solutions with national management. • Support the development and implementation of project activities, including surveys, capacity-building workshops, training sessions, and networking events. • Support communication and coordination between the project teams and local stakeholders as well as other international organisations, organizing relevant meetings and ensuring that relevant information is shared with all. • Contribute to the collection and analysis of data on project activities, beneficiaries, and stakeholders to support project reporting and monitoring and evaluation. Administer surveys and interviews, collect photographic evidence, share data in due time through appropriate channels. • Support monitoring the political, security and business context in Basra and neighbouring governorates in southern Iraq and share information regularly with the team through ad hoc reports. • Participate actively in internal and external coordination meetings. • Support the establishment and maintenance links with other related projects. • Provide logistic support to ITC and partner missions in Basra and neighbouring governorates in southern Iraq: agenda, meetings, transportation, security and accommodation in coordination with UN system and under guidance of ITC National Administrative and Financial Officer. • Support compliance with security measures and ITC procedures, policies, and regulations. • Perform other relevant duties as required. Copyright: The personnel has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regards to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required.

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. Training or certification in agriculture, agri-food, or a related field is desirable. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area. The minimum years of relevant experience can be reduced to five (5) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience working with government agencies, private sector organizations, and NGOs and civil society organizations desirable. Experience in the agriculture or agri-food sector desirable. Experience in stakeholder engagement and communication, including organizing stakeholder meetings and workshops desirable. Experience collecting, analysing, and interpreting data. COMPETENCIES: Professionalism: Direct knowledge of the local area. Knowledge of the UN system and procedures would be an asset. Ability to collect information and assess potential security trends that may impact UN operations. Direct knowledge of the local area. Knowledge of the UN system and procedures would be an asset Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits inputs by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Fluency in in English and Arabic is required.

This contract will be administered on behalf of ITC by UNDP. This vacancy is open for locally residing nationals of Iraq. Applicants must be authorized to work in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.