National UN Volunteer Social Protection Officer
Quick answer
UNICEF Iraq is hiring a National UN Volunteer Social Protection Officer to support the implementation of social protection programs, focusing on strategy implementation, research, capacity building, and coordination. The role is based in Iraq and offers a volunteer living allowance and other benefits.
- Role
- National UN Volunteer Social Protection Officer
- Organization
- UN Children's Fund
- Location
- Iraq
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
The National UN Volunteer Social Protection Officer will support the implementation of UNICEF's Social Protection programme in Iraq, focusing on social protection strategy implementation, research, capacity strengthening, cash transfer initiatives, and program coordination.
What you'll do
- Support the implementation of national social protection priorities
- Contribute to the implementation of the Teenage Mothers Assessment
- Support the generation of evidence and analysis to inform social protection policies and programs
- Assist in the planning, organization, and delivery of capacity-building activities
- Support the implementation and scale-up of the Cash Pilot Programme
- Coordinate the organization of workshops, consultations, technical meetings, and high-level events
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in Social Policy, Public Policy, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration, Social Sciences, International Development, Political Science, or another relevant field
- 7 years of relevant experience
- Fluent in English, Arabic, and Kurdish
- Experience working in the UN or other international development organizations is an asset
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of USD 2413.83, Danger and hardship differential: USD 724.14, Entry lump sum(one time): USD 350, Exit allowance, Annual and learning leaves, Medical and life Insurance, Free access to different learning platforms
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Iraq.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 7 years of relevant experience, and fluency in English, Arabic, and Kurdish.
How do I apply?
Click the 'Apply' link provided in the job description.
Is the job remote?
The work schedule is not specified, but it is a national UN Volunteer assignment, so it is likely to be based in Iraq.
How to apply
Apply directly on UN Children's Fund's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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