Legal and Policy Officer – Iraq (National)

Requirements

Education (Essential)

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Law or related field (e.g. international relations, political science)

Education (Desirable)

• Master’s degree in international law, International Humanitarian Law, Human Rights Law, International Relations or a related field; or equivalent certified training

Experience (Essential)

• At least 6 years of overall work experience, including 2 or more relevant legal and policy work experience
• Familiarity with local legal frameworks applicable to INGOs

Experience (Desirable)

• Experience working in humanitarian or conflict-affected environments
• Experience engaging with armed groups and de facto and/or provisional authorities
• Experience in designing and delivering training to diverse audiences
• Familiarity with gender and intersectional approaches in International Humanitarian Law, Human Rights or Protection of Civilians framework

Job related competencies and technical skills

• Strong analytical, research, and legal interpretation skills
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and operate in complex environments

Organisational competencies

• Understanding and respect for humanitarian principles and Geneva Call’s vision, mission, values, and confidentiality
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Collaborative, team-orientated and solutions-orientated approach

Language (Essential)

• Full professional proficiency in Arabic and English, written and spoken.

Language (Desirable)

• Knowledge of Kurdish is a plus.

Additional information

• Testing and interviewing will be used as a form of screening.
• Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references.
• Additional background checks may be required.

Why join Geneva Call?

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion and disability.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the protection of civilians in armed conflict by advancing Geneva Call’s humanitarian mission in Iraq. As a Legal and Policy Officer, you will support humanitarian engagement with conflict-affected communities and armed actors, contribute to legal and policy analysis, and play a key role in promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in a dynamic and challenging environment.

For Application: Please only submit your CV and cover letter, by August 27th, 2026, by following the application link:

Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

By submitting your application, you consent to Geneva Call sharing your CV internally, where necessary, for the purposes of assessing your suitability for current or future employment opportunities.