Training and Outreach Coordinator, Iraq

Job Description

International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX)

Position Title: Training and Outreach Coordinator, Iraq

Division CSD

Reports To: Program Director

Position Location: Erbil

About IREX:

IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing leadership and innovative programs to

improve the quality of education, strengthen independent media, and foster pluralistic civil

society development.

Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of $60 million and a staff of 500 professionals

worldwide. IREX and its partner IREX Europe deliver cross-cutting programs and consulting

expertise in more than 100 countries.

Summary of Position:

The Training and Outreach Coordinator for Erbil Iraq will be based in Erbil and will support

program operations and outreach efforts there. To better conduct program outreach, the ideal

candidate will have a strong network within Erbil’s NGO community, as well as various

government ministries.

Description of Responsibilities:

 Coordinating program outreach activities including identifying potential partners,

completing meeting summaries, and working with Technical Coordinators and Training

Assistant/Officers to develop Proposed Project Forms;

 Work with the Technical Coordinators and Training Assistant/Officer to ensure good

follow up activities with all training participants

 Assist the Technical Coordinators with the development of training materials;

 Collect program user statistics and produce reports as requested by IREX;

 Work with the Training Assistant/Officer to organize the logistical issues of trainings in

Erbil;

 Willingness and ability to travel to Baghdad, Basra, Beirut and/or Istanbul for trainings or

meetings a plus;