MEAL Officer (National Position)

PERSON SPECIFICATION

1. A) EDUCATION/TRAINING

Required:

• University degree in Social Sciences, Development studies or related field

 

1. B) EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years’ experience in the field of MEAL working with INGOs/NGOs.

Required:

 

Professional Qualifications

• Extensive experience in working for NGO or INGOs on Development fields with a minimum of three years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated capacities to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with government officials, local organizations, communities and other stakeholders.
• English-language proficiency (speaking, reading, writing).
• Good writing and reporting skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Power point).
• Able to use data collection platforms such as kobo, ODK, CTO…etc.

 

1. D) COMPETENCIES

 Core Values (Required):

• Diversity and Inclusion.
• Integrity

Core Competencies (Required):

• Working with People.
• Drive for Results.

Functional Competencies (Required):

• Formulating Strategies and Concepts.
• Planning and organizing.

 

1. E) CONTACTS/KEY RELATIONSHIPS

 

1. F) PROBLEM SOLVING (Thinking Environment)

• Ability to deal with complex situation and solve issues and problems

 

1. G) WORKING CONDITIONS AND LEVEL OF TRAVEL REQUIRED

The recruitment is “subject to signing donor agreement

Dear Applicant: If you are a support person, experienced, competent, reliable, service minded, dedicated and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from the below link and forward the filled and completed form to: [email protected] before the closing time & date (Wednesday, 04:00 pm, May 7th, 2025).

 

IR Iraq Application Form (Full Name).docx

 

– Please write the position title: (MEAL Officer – Thi Qar) in the subject of the email.

– CVs will not be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer. Our values and commitment to safeguarding IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.