Shock Responsive & Adaptive Social Protection (SRASP) Coordinator
Quick answer
WFP is hiring a mid-level, Iraq-based Shock Responsive & Adaptive Social Protection Coordinator to lead national social protection reform and disaster risk management, providing a monthly living allowance of approximately $2,241 total.
- Role
- Shock Responsive & Adaptive Social Protection (SRASP) Coordinator
- Organization
- WFP
- Location
- Iraq
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $1724.16 monthly volunteer living allowance plus $517.24 danger/hardship differential
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The WFP is seeking a Shock Responsive & Adaptive Social Protection (SRASP) Coordinator in Iraq to lead the development of national social protection and disaster risk management systems. The incumbent will serve as a primary liaison with government ministries to formalize SRASP frameworks, improve targeting methodologies, and integrate digital solutions. This role focuses on enhancing the resilience of vulnerable populations through capacity building, technical roadmap development, and multi-stakeholder coordination.
What you'll do
- Serve as the primary liaison with Iraqi government ministries and agencies regarding social protection and disaster risk management.
- Establish and lead the SRASP Task Force to ensure engagement across relevant national stakeholders.
- Develop and implement technical workplans and operational protocols for shock-responsive interventions.
- Strengthen targeting methodologies and digital registration processes within the Unified Registry.
- Coordinate with internal WFP units to align national efforts with Disaster Risk Financing and Anticipatory Action roadmaps.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in Social Policy, Economics, International Development, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in social protection or adaptive systems.
- Proven experience in government liaison and institutional framework development.
- Strong understanding of Iraq's social protection landscape and national stakeholders.
- Excellent professional writing skills for reports, briefs, and policy papers.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Volunteer living allowance, danger and hardship differential, entry lump sum, exit allowance, medical and life insurance, and access to learning platforms.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote or in-office position?
This is an in-office assignment located in Iraq, as the role requires direct, regular engagement with Iraqi government counterparts.
What is the compensation for this role?
This is a UN Volunteer position, which provides a monthly volunteer living allowance (VLA) of $1,724.16 plus a $517.24 danger and hardship differential.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates are required to have at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in social protection, emergency preparedness, or adaptive systems.
What are the key qualifications needed?
You must hold at least a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate experience in government liaison, multi-stakeholder coordination, and knowledge of social protection or DRM frameworks.
How to apply
Apply directly on WFP's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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