Organization or Agency: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Position Title: Project Assistant MHPSS (4 Positions)
Organizational Unit: Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division
Duty Station: Ninawa (Al Amal Center)-Iraq
Type of Contract: Sub-Contract to Stars Consultants and Management Development
Grade: Equivalent to G4
Duration of Appointment: Two (2) months, with possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance and funds availability
Closing Date: 10 September 2025
Reference Code: CFA2025/IRQ/150
Context/Reporting line:
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (MHPSS), the administrative supervision of the Head of sub-Office (HoSO) and the direct supervision of the Senior MHPSS Assistant, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting MHPSS Programme activities, by performing the following functions and responsibilities:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Participate in the continuous needs assessment component of the project: collect data, facilitate group discussions in the communities targeted under the project and deliver written reports with that input.
2. Prepare and implement the activity plan in close collaboration with the team psychologist and the Team leader.
3. Offer individual support and basic counselling to beneficiaries if required under supervision of the team psychologist and MHPSS officers.
4. Conduct community outreach activities and collaboration with civil society organization ensuring inclusiveness of vulnerable and marginalized populations in project activities.
5. Organize and lead support groups, focus group discussions and awareness raising sessions and contribute to development of messages related to MHPSS awareness raising and sensitization.
6. Assist the area coordinator and MHPSS programme officers in the overall implementation of the project, including administrative and technical actions.
7. Support the psychologist with the implementation of community-based activities related to mental health and psychosocial support.
8. Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the programme and the integration of work with activities the social cohesion and other PSD programme activities on governorate level.
9. Participate in the capacity building activities arranged by PSD for local stakeholders on MHPSS topics, especially stress management and MHPSS needs of the local population.
10. Any other duty as may be assigned by the area coordinator or programme officers.
Required Qualifications
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in in social work, Psychology, Educational Psychology, or other relevant social sciences from an accredited academic university or institution with two years of relevant professional experience, or
• High school diploma with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience and Skills:
• Experience working in the humanitarian or development sector
• Experience in mental health, psychosocial support and capacity building programs.
• Experience in capacity building for local NGOs or social programmes is a strong advantage.
• Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people including people of culturally diverse backgrounds.
Languages:
• Fluency in English, and Arabic is required.
• Working knowledge of any other language is an advantage.
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
VALUES – All SOC staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
CORE COMPETENCIES – Behavioural indicators – Level 1
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
How to apply:
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:
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period:
From: 3 September 2025 to: 10 September 2025
