bout Aid Gate Organization "AGO"
Aid Gate Organization (AGO) is an independent, nonpartisan, national organization in Iraq whose history goes back to 2014 with the beginning of ISIL’s occupation in Iraq. At that time and throughout the mass conflicts occurring from 2014 onwards, ISIL groups took control of large swathes of the country, including Nineveh, Salah al-Din, Anbar, and parts of Diyala. This period witnessed an unprecedented wave of displacement for people who lived in these areas in addition to extreme human rights violations. With the Iraqi government, unable to provide much-needed, widespread assistance, many international organizations entered the country to facilitate a response. In doing so, local community members were actively recruited to assist in the movement and return of displaced peoples, while providing them with emergency life-saving assistance to meet their basic needs. Since 2014, AGO has been working untiringly to help Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), returnees, and vulnerable host communities for the implementation of whole-of-community resilience-building measures in Iraq. Today AGO is functional in Salah al-Din, Kirkuk, and the Nineveh governorates, with 50–150 employees, depending on the situation in the region. We are currently working on expanding our operations into the Anbar governorate as well as southern Iraq through proven programs to rebuild the lives of men, women, children, and refugees IDPs, minorities, ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Case Worker will be responsible for providing direct support and assistance toreturnees from Al-Hol camp through holistic case management services. This role includes conducting assessments, developing support plans, coordinating referrals, and ensuring effective service delivery. The Case Worker will work closely with the Case Management Officer and other team members to ensure that returnees receive comprehensive and tailored support.
Main duties
A. Case Management
- Conduct intake assessments to understand the needs of returnees.
- Develop and implement individualized support plans based on assessed needs.
- Provide continuous case management support, including regular follow-up and reassessment.
- Ensure that returnees receive timely and appropriate services, including psychosocial support, legal aid, vocational training, and healthcare.
B. Direct Assistance
- Provide direct assistance to returnees, including crisis intervention, counseling, and support in accessing services.
- Build trusting relationships with returnees to foster their engagement in the support process.
- Empower returnees by providing information, guidance, and advocacy.
C. Coordination and Referral
- Coordinate with local service providers to facilitate referrals and access to services.
- Develop and maintain a database of service providers and ensure efficient referral pathways.
- Collaborate with community leaders, local authorities, and other stakeholders to support returnees.
D. Monitoring and Reporting
- Document all case management activities and maintain accurate records.
- Monitor the progress of returnees and adjust support plans as needed.
- Prepare and submit regular reports on case management activities to the Case Management Officer.
- Participate in regular team meetings to discuss progress and challenges.
E. Capacity Building
- Stay updated on best practices and emerging trends in case management.
- Participate in capacity-building initiatives and professional development opportunities.
F. Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements and AGO policies and procedures.
- Maintain high standards of quality and accountability in case management services.
- Ensure that all activities are gender-sensitive and culturally appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
A. Essential
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in case management or direct assistance, preferably in humanitarian or development settings.
- Strong experience with case management systems, including GBVIMS+ and CPIMS+.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and diverse environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
B. Desirable
- Experience working in Anbar or similar contexts.
- Experience in using digital case management platforms.
Competencies
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- High level of integrity and accountability.
- Commitment to gender equality and social inclusion.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Interested applicants must send their most recent:
- CV
- Cover Letter
To recruitment@agediraq.org , Subject line must read:Case Worker|Qaim.
Note:
- Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements may not be considered.
- The CVs received after the closing date may not be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview that may include a written test of communication and writing skills.
Due to the nature of AGO work activities, AGO demand its employee to have the highest discretion and flexibility qualities. AGO can anytime according to the needs of his mission, and change the work location of his employee. AGO can at any time update tasks on this Job Description according to the evolution of the program or strategy changes. The above-listed tasks are not exhaustive, the employee can be asked to undertake other tasks by the employer according to the competencies, to work over settings time.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.
