About Aid Gate Organization “AGO”

Aid Gate Organization (AGO) is an independent, nonpartisan, national organization in Iraq whose history goes back to 2014 with the beginning of ISIL’s occupation in Iraq. At that time and throughout the mass conflicts occurring from 2014 onwards, ISIL groups took control of large swathes of the country, including Nineveh, Salah al-Din, Anbar, and parts of Diyala. This period witnessed an unprecedented wave of displacement for people who lived in these areas in addition to extreme human rights violations. With the Iraqi government, unable to provide much-needed, widespread assistance, many international organizations entered the country to facilitate a response. In doing so, local community members were actively recruited to assist in the movement and return of displaced peoples, while providing them with emergency life-saving assistance to meet their basic needs. Since 2014, AGO has been working untiringly to help Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), returnees, and vulnerable host communities for the implementation of whole-of-community resilience-building measures in Iraq. Today AGO is functional in Salah al-Din, Kirkuk, and the Nineveh governorates, with 50–150 employees, depending on the situation in the region. We are currently working on expanding our operations into the Anbar governorate as well as southern Iraq through proven programs to rebuild the lives of men, women, children, and refugees IDPs, minorities, ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Aid Gate Organization (AGO) is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to fill the position of Field Officer (Project Coordinator). The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the implementation of field projects, ensuring adherence to project objectives, timelines, and budgets. Responsibilities include coordinating with stakeholders, conducting field visits for monitoring and support, and supervising field staff. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience in project coordination or field operations, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential, along with a commitment to humanitarian principles and ethical standards. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable communities.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate and oversee the implementation of field projects in accordance with project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
2. Serve as the primary point of contact between the NGO and project stakeholders, including local communities, government officials, and partner organizations.
3. Conduct regular field visits to project sites to monitor progress, assess challenges, and provide technical support to field staff.
4. Facilitate community engagement and participation in project activities through participatory approaches and community mobilization.
5. Supervise and support field staff, including training, capacity building, and performance evaluation.
6. Ensure compliance with donor requirements, project plans, and organizational policies in all project activities.
7. Coordinate logistical arrangements for project activities, including procurement, transportation, and accommodation as needed.
8. Compile and maintain project documentation, including reports, databases, and financial records, in accordance with organizational standards.
9. Collaborate with other departments within the organization to integrate project activities with broader programmatic goals.
10. Identify and communicate lessons learned, best practices, and challenges encountered during project implementation for organizational learning and improvement.
11. Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to foster positive relationships and promote project sustainability.
12. Represent the organization in coordination meetings, workshops, and other forums related to project implementation and coordination.

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as development studies, social sciences, international relations, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience (4 years) working in project coordination or field operations, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Good in English (spoken and written); Fluency in Arabic

 AS WELL AS THE FOLLOWING SPECIFIC “PROFESSIONAL” COMPETENCIES

• Sound understanding of project management principles, including planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams in challenging and dynamic environments, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Demonstrated commitment to humanitarian principles, human rights, and ethical standards in project implementation.
• Adaptability and resilience to manage multiple tasks, prioritize competing demands, and navigate complex operational contexts with professionalism and integrity.

Interested applicants must send their most recent: 

1. CV
2. Cover Letter 

To [email protected] , Subject line must read: Field Officer

Note:

• Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements may not be considered.
• The CVs received after the closing date may not be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview that may include a written test of communication and writing skills.

Due to the nature of AGO work activities, AGO demand its employee to have the highest discretion and flexibility qualities. AGO can anytime according to the needs of his mission, and change the work location of his employee. AGO can at any time update tasks on this Job Description according to the evolution of the program or strategy changes. The above-listed tasks are not exhaustive, the employee can be asked to undertake other tasks by the employer according to the competencies, to work over settings time.

• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.