M&E Officer-Erbil

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics, Public Policy, Information Management, Public Health, Agriculture, Law, Business Administration, or a related field is required. A master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred and considered an advantage.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of professional experience in Monitoring & Evaluation within NGOs, humanitarian, development, UN agencies, or international organizations.
• Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation, particularly in humanitarian and development projects across Iraq.
• Demonstrated understanding of M&E methodologies, including experience in designing M&E frameworks, developing indicators, logical frameworks, and implementing M&E plans.
• Strong experience in conducting needs assessments, baseline studies, rapid assessments, service mapping, surveys, post-distribution monitoring (PDM), and data verification activities.
• Experience in micro-monitoring activities, particularly in cash distribution and cash assistance projects, ensuring accountability and transparency mechanisms.
• Proven experience in proposal development and supporting Programs and Grants teams in designing M&E frameworks, indicators, and reporting systems.
• Strong experience in data collection, analysis, reporting, and information management.
• Experience in developing, improving, and managing organizational M&E systems, databases, tracking tools, dashboards, and reporting templates.
• Ability to train, mentor, and build the capacity of staff on M&E systems, accountability, data collection methodologies, and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in data management and statistical software, including Microsoft Excel, SPSS, STATA, Power BI, Kobo Toolbox, ODK, Google Forms, Microsoft Forms (MS Forms), Activity Info, GMS platforms, and other M&E information management systems and reporting platforms.
• Experience with database management systems and donor reporting platforms is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex quantitative and qualitative data and generate actionable recommendations.
• Ability to apply statistical and analytical methods where required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to prepare clear and professional reports, presentations, dashboards, and communication materials.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to project teams, donors, government stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
• Strong project management and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Experience coordinating and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Understanding of conflict sensitivity principles and the ability to work effectively in conflict and post-conflict environments.
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across Iraq, including field visits up to 50% of the time.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken, is required. Knowledge of Kurdish is considered an advantage depending on project location and operational needs.
• Knowledge of donor regulations, humanitarian standards, safeguarding, PSEA principles, and accountability mechanisms is considered an asset.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles, confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional ethics.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact and have the required experience, we invite you to apply. 

Interested candidates are invited to submit their motivation letter and English CV by email to: 

[email protected]

Demonstrate how you meet the qualifications for this position, no later than Nov 14 May, 2026

**CVs without the subject line M&E Officer-Erbil will not be considered.

Applications and CVs will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Links to CVs will not be considered.

 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IID is committed to diversity, inclusion, safeguarding, and equal employment opportunities.

Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.