Head of Project - Economic Development*

Job Description

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year. There are good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Tikrit, Iraq, with frequent travel to the project locations.Welthungerhilfe?s country programme in Iraq aims to improve the food & nutrition security and resilience of vulnerable populations such as internally displaced people, returnees, refugees and host communities. As Head of Project - Economic Development, you will promote job creation and income opportunities through the establishment of producer groups for both women and men and the development of value chains and market linkages. You will manage the rehabilitation of basic infrastructure like WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) & Health facilities and promote social cohesion and peaceful coexistence in the Ninewa and Salah Al-Din areas. The projects are carried out in accordance with Welthungerhilfe standards and the directives and provisions of the cofinancer.Your responsibilitiesCarry out the project(s) according to the rules and standards of the co-financing donors and WelthungerhilfeEnsure that all project relevant support is in place (monitoring, logistics, finance administration, etc.)Manage staff according to Welthungerhilfes leadership principles, staff policies and strategyPromote employment creation and income generation for women through the creation of producer groupsEnhance existing livelihoods by creating kitchen gardens for women, promoting food processing of agricultural products for home consumption and sale in local markets, and creating market linkagesRehabilitation of basic infrastructure such as WASH facilities, health facilities, improvement of marketplaces and support for the introduction of renewable energyCoordinate nutrition training and promote hygiene awarenessPromote social cohesion and peaceful coexistenceReport to the Country Director on the progress of the project(s) and all risks associated with the project workRepresent Welthungerhilfe in country vis--vis relevant national and international stakeholders and partners in coordination with the country officeYour profileA university or polytechnic degree in agronomy or development/humanitarian work or equivalent qualifications that are commensurate with this positionSeveral years of project and management experience in the Middle East or comparable crisis regionsBMZ donor experience is an added valueCoordination and organisational skills, including ability to work under pressureWillingness and ability to travel frequently to project sites, field locations and stakeholder meetings, including areas with volatile local conditionsExcellent communication skills and intercultural sensibility in a multinational environmentA can do mentality paired with a high level of mental and physical resilienceReadiness to receive necessary vaccinations for traveling to Welthungerhilfes project countriesExcellent spoken and written English; German language skills would be an assetOur offerWe offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under .How to applyWelthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

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