JOB DESCRIPTION

The MRC Counsellors will work under the project “Migration Awareness, Access to Reintegration, and Strengthening capacities in Iraq (MAARC)” funded by the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration and implemented by ICMPD. The project focuses on the setup and operationalisation of a Migrant Resource Centre (MRC) in Erbil, which serves as a one-stop-shop responding to the needs of potential, outgoing, and returning migrants, helping them make informed and safe migration decisions.

The MRC Counsellor will provide an array of services, including counselling, outreach, and referral. Additionally, it will support in increase the capacity of beneficiaries and relevant stakeholders in the field of migration management by providing information through their participation in awareness-raising and knowledge-building activities on migration.

S/he will work under the supervision of MRC Coordinator and Project Manager – MRCs in Iraq

Position-Specific Expertise:

Proven knowledge and experience of migration dynamics in the country, specifically in the fields of return and reintegration
Strong sense of client orientation and good understanding of effective service delivery, community engagement, outreach, and social work
Capability to establish effective relationships with stakeholders, and successfully build strategic networks and partnerships.

Position-Specific Qualifications and Language Skills:
Proficiency in verbal and written English and the language(s) of the duty station (Sorani, Kurdish)​

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements