Within a project funded by AICS and in partnership with Italian universities, the archeologist will follow up the implementation of the socio-economic and logistic components of activities on touristic valorization of archeological sites in Baghdad. The selected candidate will be in charge to achieve the following results:
1. Creation of a cooperative for the maintenance and restoration of unbaked brick structures
2. Creation of a consortium of companies operating in the tourist-cultural sector.
Archaeologist or Architect specializing in Heritage Conservation
Main tasks and responsibilities
• Supports the Head of Programs/Country Representative in Development and Management of the project.
• Ensure coordination across all the activities of the project.
• Carries out the project according to the rules and standards of the Donor and AVSI standards for the implementation of projects.
• Ensures that all project relevant support is in place (monitoring, logistics, finance administration, etc.)
• Support in modifying and continuing project planning.
• Establish good working relationships with donors and other stakeholders.
• Reports to the Head of Programs/Country Representative on the progress of the project.
• Participate in the recruitment of new staff.
• Facilitate information sharing on activities between different departments and other team members to ensure proper coordination and division of tasks within the team.
• Supervise the implementation of activities in the project area.
• Public relations management in some field offices.
• Accompanies visiting donors and AVSI Head Office staff journalists/or appoints adequate representation.
• Ensure that the deliverables of the project are reported correctly.
• Oversee the operational planning of needs assessments, baselines, end lines and other surveys conducted by the project team.
• Fulfilment of any other tasks which are assigned by the management and correspond in general with the character of this position.
Essential Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, sociology, anthropology, social work or a related field of study.
• At least 4 years of working experience in the sector
• An experience in working with NGO will be appreciated
• 2 - 3 years of experience in development/Humanitarian context
• Strong computer literacy and demonstrate proficiency in using standard office and digital tools
• Language required: English/Arabic spoken and written well
Required skills and experiences
• IT skills: Ability to effectively use standard office software, such as MS Office (Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Exchange). Ability to effectively use project management software and other information systems /databases
• Good attitude and experience in working with partners
• Largely independent performance of task within a given task-related scope of action & decision-making; alternative courses of action possible
• Excellent communication skills in building relationships with local contacts
• Well-developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible and sensitive in demanding situations
• Good understanding of, and commitment to, gender equity