Head of Program (Iraq), E8

Description

Organization profile

Every year, millions of people around the world go missing as a result of conflict, human rights abuses, disasters, organized crime, irregular migration, and other causes. Be part of a growing international organization that is dedicated to tackling this global challenge.

ICMP is implementing a multi-year project in Iraq to support authorities in their efforts to account for persons missing as a result of armed conflict and violations of human rights. To learn more about ICMP click here.

Position Background

The successful candidate will be the senior ICMP representative in Iraq. He or she will demonstrate outstanding communication, management and diplomatic skills, and will report directly to the Director-General. Based in Baghdad with frequent travel to Erbil and within Iraq, he/she will manage and develop ICMP programs in Iraq, supervise expatriate and locally recruited staff, and ensure comprehensive and accurate reporting.

This is a key position in a program that will help the authorities in Iraq to address one of the major strategic challenges facing the country – the hundreds of thousands of people who have gone missing over a period of more than three decades. Resolving this issue is widely viewed as a crucial element in the country’s stabilization and recovery.

General Responsibilities

• Contribute to identifying and addressing key issues in resolving the challenge of hundreds of thousands of missing persons in Iraq
• Develop and maintain a global view of the work being done in Iraq by various stakeholders to resolve the missing persons issue

Program Implementation

• Guide the implementation and development of ICMP Iraq programs, allocate resources and ensure outcomes as set forth in program descriptions
• Implement and further develop ICMP’s program in line with agreed strategies and organizational priorities
• Engage in continuous policy dialogue with Iraqi representatives, regional government representatives, and the international community, including international and other organizations, emphasizing the human rights and rule-of-law dimensions of the missing persons issue
• Ensure that ICMP operates within the terms and conditions of its legal agreements with the Iraqi Government

• Ensure that all Iraq program activities are sensitive and responsive to the political, social and economic environment
• Facilitate, as appropriate, the participation of national government representatives, and other international organizations, as well as civil society, technical experts or other partners and stakeholders

Staff Management and Supervision

• Maintain appropriate and effective staff recruitment, induction, appraisal, and development practice at all levels across the ICMP Iraq Program
• Lead and manage ICMP Iraq Program staff, providing guidance on aims, direction and timing of work, building cooperative relationships internally and externally
• Implement and maintain arrangements to ensure efficient communication between the Iraq Program and headquarters, as well as with external partners
• Ensure quality, relevance and regularity of Program reports
• In coordination with the Iraq-based Security Manager and Director of Corporate Services (HQ), conduct security threat and risk assessments and coordinate security arrangements for staff travelling in country
• Ensure effective support for working groups, committees and other cooperative mechanisms that contribute to the ICMP Iraq Program

Fundraising and Liaison with the Donor Community

• Work on continuous local and international fundraising initiatives, including the drafting of project proposals, concept papers and budget outlines
• Establish and develop working relationships with key donors and actively develop local funding sources Staff Management and Supervision

• Maintain appropriate and effective staff recruitment, induction, appraisal, and development practice at all levels across the ICMP Iraq Program

• Implement and maintain arrangements to ensure efficient communication between the Iraq Program and headquarters, as well as with external partners
• Ensure quality, relevance and regularity of Program reports
• In coordination with the Iraq-based Security Manager and Director of Corporate Services (HQ), conduct security threat and risk assessments and coordinate security arrangements for staff travelling in country
• Ensure effective support for working groups, committees and other cooperative mechanisms that contribute to the ICMP Iraq Program

Financial Management

• Supervise budget development and ensure the efficient management of multiple and complex budgets running concurrently
• Ensure that the control of expenditure and the disbursement of resources is in accordance with established ICMP procedure, and maintain the financial integrity of the organization
• Provide financial progress reports as required by ICMP and its donors

Media Engagements

• In coordination with headquarters, develop and manage a media strategy, and develop a sound relationship with all sections of the media and ensure that any broadcast or published material accurately reflects the views, priorities, and values of ICMP

Other related duties as necessary.

Requirements

• Advanced university or equivalent degree in Political Science, Humanities, Sociology, Law, Management, Public Administration, or relevant discipline
• At least ten years of relevant managerial experience in an international organization, government institution or international non-governmental organization with a proven track record in leading such institutions and/or development programs
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior government officials and the diplomatic community, while demonstrating sound political judgment and cultural sensitivity
• Previous experience working in Iraq is an asset
• Proven experience managing large teams and leading a diverse group of professionals from various cultural backgrounds
• In-depth understanding of programming issues and policy work at national and international levels
• Excellent understanding of human rights and public administrative law
• Demonstrated ability to deal with projects involving substantial scientific/technical components, conducted by subject matter experts
• Excellent skills in facilitation and capacity building to develop relationships among staff, donors, partners, and shareholders
• Excellent conceptual, analytical, documentation, report writing and presentation skills
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills, including the ability to think and operate strategically

• Excellent knowledge of English is essential, to include demonstrated oral and written communication skills; knowledge of Arabic and Kurdish is an asset
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
• Proven ability to interact positively with colleagues regardless of culture, nationality or gender
• Willingness to travel on a frequent basis
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
• Capacity and willingness to work in sometimes challenging circumstances and under hardship living conditions

REVIEW of APPLICATIONS will begin on 1 May 2019; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Benefits

This position has a competitive base salary and is eligible for expatriate allowance and ICMP provided accommodation. ICMP provides a generous paid leave policy including a regular rest and recuperation leave rotation, extended health and dental benefits, accident disability and life insurance and an employee assistance program.

ICMP is committed to maintaining an environment of mutual respect, where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants. ICMP believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff are critical to our success as a global organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals from a thoroughly diverse range of candidates. ICMP is proud to be part of the International Gender Champions network.