Role Summary/Purpose:
The Operations Officer will be responsible to carry out the following tasks:
- Assist in the coordination of the official registration, organization and administration of the start-up programme activities for SAMS’s operation in Iraq and ensure delivery of support services related to the programme
- Prepare monthly and quarterly operations reports to SAMS’s HQ and relevant reports accordance with donor requirements and internal procedures
- Maintain accurate financial records, obtain authorization of expenses prior to payments and respect budget lines
- Establish and maintain close relationships with local authorities, civil society, key individuals, and other stakeholders that are essential for the success and expansion of SAMS’s operation in Iraq
- Assist in planning and implementation of SAMS medical missions in Iraq
- Develop of implement protocols and processes for medical missions
- Support on the ground logistical functions for operations and medical missions, such as securing safe accommodation, transport and serve as a security focal point
- Connect with promising and innovative international and local NGOs to explore new channels for partnership
- Attend meetings locally or at the regional level that addresses the refugee crisis, relief work
- Identify new opportunities for SAMS to provide its services in new areas, identify emerging needs and vulnerable population
- Assist in setting up clinics in approved areas designated for SAMS to provide medical relief
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Degree in Human Rights, logistics, international relations, healthcare, Public health, international development, program management, or related field
- At least 3 years’ experience with an NGO or international agency
- Good knowledge of the Iraqi emerging environment (institutions, civil society) and emergency environment
- Demonstrated skills in project management. Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities;
- Experience liaising with community and organizational leaders, donors, government officials and representatives from other agencies
- Experience managing projects funded by international donors would be an added advantage;
- Strong organizational skills, team management, and communication;
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability and flexibility to understand different cultural and political environments;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team
- Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic is required
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Must be a legal resident in Kurdistan, Iraq
To apply:
Please send your most recent CV, a cover letter, and a 1-3 page writing sample in English to amostafa@sams-usa.net with the subject line “Operations Officer”.
