Senior Project Manager - Iraq (div/f/m)

Overview of the position:

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Starting date: As soon as possible

Duration: Consultancy contract (until end of 2023, with possible extension)

Location: Bagdad or Erbil, Iraq

Department & reporting line: Head of Unit, MENA

Your main tasks:

• All senior project manager, you ensure successful implementation of the project, its different workstreams and activities
• You regularly consult with stakeholders and partners and have main responsibility to design, co-facilitate and implement multi-stakeholder dialogues and initiatives
• You take responsibility for logistical arrangements for all project activities
• You are responsible for donor reports, concept notes, project proposals and ensure that a consolidated plan for the entire project cycle including financial calculations is in place 
• You ensure a low friction communication with partners/stakeholders/participants/donors
• You are responsible for regular conflict analysis and you monitor and analyse the conflict dynamics of selected governorates  
• Mentor and advise junior roles within your project scope
• Frequent travel is required (also to high risk areas and Berghof office locations in Berlin/ Beirut)

Your knowledge, experiences and skills:

• You hold a Master degree (accred. Universities) within relevant field such as Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, International Relations or similar
• You have more than 5 years relevant work experience (project management/regional expertise)
• You contribute expertise and regional experience on Iraq and the Middle East
• Furthermore, you have experience in remote communication & cooperation
• Excellent verbal and written language skills in English and Arabic
• Professional skills in the use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Teams) complete your profile

Additional skills:

• Strong ability to lead a small team and to work with a partner organization
• Strong communication skills via online and hybrid formats
• Curiosity and strong empathetic/intercultural skills
• Ability to work under time-pressure

What you can expect from us:

• Highly experienced and engaged community of practice
• Highly relevant, insightful and challenging tasks
• Confidence based flexible working hours
• Flexibility regarding office vs. mobile working solutions
• If needed – advisory services regarding visa matters and travel conditions