Project Background
The Iraq Information Center (IIC) was launched in 2015 follow...
Project Background
The Iraq Information Center (IIC) was launched in 2015 following an inter-agency assessment into the information and communication needs of displaced populations in Iraq. Responding to one of the most complex humanitarian crises in the world, the Humanitarian Country Team agreed to the establishment of an inter-agency accountability mechanism that allows affected populations to directly influence the evolution of humanitarian response in Iraq.
The IIC is implemented by UNOPS and is funded by a range of partners. Since its launch, the IIC has handled more than 500,000 calls, giving information to more than 3 milliion individuals. The IIC’s primary objective is to promote two-way communication between affected populations to:
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Empower communities through the provision of accessible and timely information on how to access humanitarian services and resources required to improve their situation;
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Help ensure efficient and effective coordination of humanitarian actors operating in Iraq by collecting and circulating information about the urgent needs and priorities of affected populations, as well as the information gaps between them and delivering actors;
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Support an environment of transparency and accountability by establishing an easy-to-access and safe mechanism through which critical feedback and complaints can be submitted and referred to humanitarian actors to influence humanitarian programming and shape advocacy.
Purpose and Scope of Assignment
UNOPS is seeking Communication and Reporting Officer to support and enhance reporting, communication, and information management structures. The post aims to further strengthen and streamline the IIC’s data collection, data sharing and reporting processes as part of its overall objective to strengthen accountability to affected populations in Iraq. The incumbent reports to the Project Manager, will supervise three people, two Community Engagement people and one communications/ Social networks Associate. The Communications Officer will work closely with the Information Management and Coordination department in order to contribute to the overall project objectives.