IOM - Consultant – Return and Reintegration Impact Programme Officer - Erbil

Context and Core Functions / Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Peacebuilding and Stabilization Division in Iraq and direct supervision of the Return and Reintegration Officer, the Return and Reintegration Impact Programme Consultant will be responsible for the production of impact reports that will include newsletters and flash reports on scheduled and ad-hoc basis which will support the programs operating under PSD’s Return and Reintegration units to keep different stakeholders informed and updated on the workflows, achievements and especially on the impact of IOM’s interventions.
IOM Iraq plays a strategic coordination and advisory role on Rehabilitation and Reintegration (R&R) efforts for Iraqi families returning from northeast Syria (NES) through its co-chairpersonship of the UN-GoI Technical Working Group for the Implementation of the Global Framework in Iraq, and the associated Rehabilitation and Transitional Services Taskforce. Furthermore, IOM Iraq is equally the largest provider of transitional services to returning families in Jeddah-1 Rehabilitation Centre (J1) and continues to support Reintegration and Reconciliation efforts post J1 departure in Areas of Return (AoR). In addition, IOM Iraq was the first international organization to establish a formal partnership with the Government of Iraq (GoI) on the implementation of the National Countering Violent Extremism Conducive to Terrorism Strategy (through the IOM Iraq PVE team).
 

Core Functions / Responsibilities
a. Prepare comprehensive weekly, bi-weekly, quarterly, and annual reports, as well as ad-hoc updates, aligned with IOM and donor reporting guidelines. Reports will cover key sections including an Executive Summary, context and security updates, objectives and strategies, activities implemented (including financial updates and burn rates), achievements and impacts, challenges, lessons learned, coordination and partnerships, sustainability, and monitoring and evaluation.
b. Develop clear and concise reports that include qualitative and quantitative analysis of activities, challenges encountered, success stories, and actionable recommendations for programmatic adjustments.
c. In close collaboration with IOM’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Unit and field teams, gather relevant data from various project activities. Ensure the accuracy and quality of the information collected, while adhering to IOM’s data management protocols.
d. Conduct data analysis, identify trends and patterns, and contribute to the design of assessment tools that support programmatic improvements.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged, as well as internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
e. Liaise regularly with the Return and Reintegration programs, including field teams, project partners, and local stakeholders, to ensure the timely and accurate collection of information and data for reporting purposes. Ensure regular feedback loops between field and central teams for program monitoring and improvement.
f. Foster strong relationships with donors, government authorities, and other national and international organizations to enhance coordination, build partnerships, and ensure alignment of goals.
g. Map success stories and case studies that highlight program impacts and illustrate the tangible results of IOM’s interventions in coordination with IOM Iraq PI unit.
h. Document lessons learned to ensure best practices are shared across the organization.
i. Support the MEAL Unit in developing and updating monitoring tools, ensuring that indicators align with program goals and donor expectations.
j. Assist in reviewing project proposals and results matrices, providing inputs on impact frameworks and progress tracking.
k. Support in organizing and participating in field visits and assessment missions to evaluate project’s impact and provide input into final evaluations.
l. Ensure timely and quality production of all reports and communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.
m. Perform other duties as required