MAIN OBJECTIVE

Within a project funded by AICS and in partnership with Italian universities, the archeologist will follow up the implementation of the socio-economic and logistic components of activities on touristic valorization of archeological sites in Baghdad. The selected candidate will be in charge to achieve the following results:

1. Creation of a cooperative for the maintenance and restoration of unbaked brick structures
2. Creation of a consortium of companies operating in the tourist-cultural sector.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Supports the Head of Programs/Country Representative in Development and Management of the project.
• Ensure coordination across all the activities of the project.
• Carries out the project according to the rules and standards of the Donor and AVSI standards for the implementation of projects.
• Ensures that all project relevant support is in place (monitoring, logistics, finance administration, etc.)
• Support in modifying and continuing project planning.
• Establish good working relationships with donors and other stakeholders.
• Reports to the Head of Programs/Country Representative on the progress of the project.
• Participate in the recruitment of new staff.
• Facilitate information sharing on activities between different departments and other team members to ensure proper coordination and division of tasks within the team.
• Supervise the implementation of activities in the project area.
• Public relations management in some field offices.
• Accompanies visiting donors and AVSI Head Office staff journalists/or appoints adequate representation.
• Ensure that the deliverables of the project are reported correctly.
• Oversee the operational planning of needs assessments, baselines, end lines and other surveys conducted by the project team.
• Fulfilment of any other tasks which are assigned by the management and correspond in general with the character of this position.

Reporting to: Country Representative / Programme Coordinator

Essential requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, sociology, anthropology, social work or a related field of study.
• At least 4 years of working experience in the sector
• An experience in working with NGO will be appreciated
• 2 - 3 years of experience in development/Humanitarian context
• Strong computer literacy and demonstrate proficiency in using standard office and digital tools.

Duty Station: Baghdad (with frequent field visits to Tell Muhammad and Aqar Quf)

Language: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic, and English language.

Required skills and experiences:

• IT skills: Ability to effectively use standard office software, such as MS Office (Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Exchange). Ability to effectively use project management software and other information systems /databases
• Good attitude and experience in working with partners
• Largely independent performance of task within a given task-related scope of action & decision-making; alternative courses of action possible
• Excellent communication skills in building relationships with local contacts
• Well-developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible and sensitive in demanding situations
• Good understanding of, and commitment to, gender equity.

AVSI is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, to apply.

How to Apply (Application Process):

Interested candidates are required to send CV and Job Application to Archaeologist or Architect specializing in Heritage Conservation | Fondazione AVSI

starting from 10-11-2025. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and based on urgency, AVSI may fill the position prior to the closing date.