Context/Reporting line:
Under the general guidance of the Head, Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division (PSD), the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Legal Advisor), the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO), and the direct supervision of the Legal Team Leader, the successful candidate will perform the following duties:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Support the legal Team Leader and the Program Coordinator in the implementation of all operational activities in the project target location.
2. Conduct awareness-raising sessions for community members and stakeholders on HLP and civil documentation.
3. Conduct training on HLP and tenure rights, civil documentation, and family law for community members and stakeholders.
4. Provide direct legal assistance including legal counselling and representation, to individuals identified during the project and require support in accessing government services, including document restoration, property compensation, and inheritance.
5. Work with PSD staff on the Information Counselling and Referral Service (ICRS) mechanism for collecting information and data related to cases identified during the project and refer cases as necessary.
6. Compile and create case reports and summarize, using tracking tools and reporting templates.
7. Consult with relevant staff from IOM on legal assistance-related issues, including support in drafting forms, templates, and procedures.
8. Proactively offer suggestions and advice to management regarding improvements in implementation and initiative such improvements as requested.
9. Keep abreast of IOM PSD’s different legal programs and areas of focus, focusing on civil and HLP documentation and other legal issues in Iraq, dispute resolution techniques, case management, roles and responsibilities of the PSD legal teams, and reporting requirements.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in law from an accredited academic university or institute.
Experience and Skills:
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in Civil Documentation issues and Housing, Land, & Property, including compensation, establishing ownership, and document restoration.
• Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of actors, including people of culturally diverse backgrounds, government, and authorities, and humanitarian actors (UN agencies and NGOs).
• Experience working in development or humanitarian programming (specifically in International or National NGO/UN) is an asset.
• Computer literacy and skills with specific proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Reliable, efficient, high level of professionalism, organizational skills, and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Good analytical skills for financial data, strong eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability and motivation to travel to areas within the governorate to meet with beneficiaries.
Languages:
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Working knowledge of Kurdish is an advantage.
Behavioral Competencies
• Work prioritization and ability to multitask.
• Shares knowledge and experience.
• Positive, constructive attitude.
• Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a minimum of comfort.
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
• Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.
• Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.
• Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.
• Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified Internal applicants.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:
https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20230724112927/mGqdehkL8FaUSRB0NuIPvJY2X 

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.