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The document provides information about a job opening for a Refugee Program Assistant position in Erbil, Iraq. The vacancy announcement includes details about the position title, grade, salary, work schedule, hiring agency, duty location, and contact information. Applicants are asked to provide personal information, eligibility details, education and experience, languages, and responses to vacancy questions.

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Refugee Program Assistant Vacancy Erbil

The document provides information about a job opening for a Refugee Program Assistant position in Erbil, Iraq. The vacancy announcement includes details about the position title, grade, salary, work schedule, hiring agency, duty location, and contact information. Applicants are asked to provide personal information, eligibility details, education and experience, languages, and responses to vacancy questions.

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1.

Vacancy Information

Vacancy Announcement: Erbil-2023-019


Position Title: Refugee Program Assistant (Admissions) - All Interested
Applicants/All Sources
Series: 1550
Grade: 9
Location(s): Erbil, IZ
2. Personal Information

Name: POLIAN YAKO Jr.


Email: polianyako2000@[Link]
Telephone 1: Mobile - 07822596893
3. Veterans' Preference and Military Service

Veterans' Preference: Not a veteran.


4. Eligibility Questions

PERSONAL INFORMATION

[Link] your relative work in this Embassy or Consulate?

Answer: No

NOTE: Relative is a husband, wife, domestic partner, member of household, father,


father-in-law, stepfather, mother, mother-in-law, stepmother, son, son-in-law,
stepson, daughter, daughter-in-law, stepdaughter, brother, brother-in-law, half-
brother, sister, sister-in-law, half-sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, or niece.

[Link] you able to legally work in this country?

Answer: Yes

NOTE: U.S. Government does not sponsor work visas unless specified on the
Vacancy Announcement.

[Link] this job includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, do you have a current and
valid driver's license?

Answer: Yes

CITIZENSHIP

Select all that apply and include the required documents (as stated) with the
application. Additional documents may be requested by HR at the interview phase.

[Link] you a U.S. citizen listed on the travel orders or approved OF-126 (or other
agency equivalent) of a direct hire FS, CS, or uniformed service member assigned
(not TDY) to this U.S. Mission and under Chief of Mission authority, or to an office of
the American Institute in Taiwan?
Answer: No
5. Education & Experience

Education
Do you have any education
Yes
you would like to include?:

1. Education

Education Level: Graduate

School Name: Northern Technical University

Attended From: Month: 10 Year: 2019

Attended To: Month: 06 Year: 2023

Education Duration: 3 years 8 months

Location: MosulNineveh

Degree / Diploma /
Computer Technology Engineering
Certification:

Major Subject: Computer Networks and Communication Branch

Did you Graduate?: Yes

Work Experience
Do you have any work
experience you would like to Yes
include?:

1. Work Experience

Job Title: Office Worker

Job Type: Part Time

Employed From: Month: 09 Year: 2023

Employed To: Current

Work Duration: 0 years 3 months


Employer Name: Abbas Fadel Khader

Employer Address: Al-hamdaniya DiscritMosulIraq

Employer Phone Number: 0770 528 7683

Salary: 300

Salary Currency: IQD - Iraqi Dinar

Salary Frequency: per month

Hours Per Week: 20

Supervisor Name: Abbas Fadel Khader

Supervisory
No
Responsibilities?:

Main Duties & The work include printing, copying, and filling out
Responsibilities: national ID card and passport forms.

Obtaining a job that is more compatible with the


degree I obtained, as well as working in another
Reason for Leaving:
field that develops my skills more and with a better
salary.

Languages

1. Language

Language: ARABIC-IRAQI

Speaking: Professional Translator/Interpreter

Reading: Professional Translator/Interpreter

Writing: Professional Translator/Interpreter

2. Language

Language: ENGLISH

Speaking: Good Working Knowledge


Reading: Good Working Knowledge

Writing: Good Working Knowledge

Additional Information
Other Names Used: Paul Amir, Polo Amir
[Link] Questions

All grades responses

[Link] you able to legally work in this country?

Answer: Yes
Follow-up Questions

[Link] yes, tell us more about yourself and if applicable, select the type of permit you
currently possess (upload the appropriate paperwork in the Documents section)

Answer: I am a citizen of this country.

[Link] you a current employee of this mission/consulate?

Answer: No

[Link] you a former employee of this mission/consulate?

Answer: No

[Link] you have the required education as stated in the Vacancy Announcement?

Answer: Yes
Follow-up Questions

[Link] is the highest level of education you have completed?

Answer: University Degree

[Link] you have the required experience as stated in the Vacancy Announcement?

Answer: Yes

[Link] your years of experience for this position. (See Vacancy Announcement.)

Answer: Less than 1 year


[Link] you have the required language level (s) for the listed language (s) in this
vacancy announcement?

Answer: Yes

[Link] did you first see/hear about this position?

Answer: Social Media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp)

[Link] types of foreign aid programs have you managed by providing technical
oversight and direction?

Answer: None of the above

[Link] activities have you performed to address crisis issues in a foreign


country?

Answer: None of the above.

[Link] you collaborated with senior officials from the United Nations offices to
support humanitarian assistance project objectives?

Answer: No

[Link] which types of individuals have you built relationships to solicit political
information?

Answer: None of the above

[Link] actions have you performed to develop and/or maintain personal foreign
contacts?

Answer: None of the above

[Link] documents have you written in a professional setting? (Based on your


response, you may be asked to provide writing samples.)

Answer: None of the above


[Link] factors have you considered before making decisions at work?

Answer: None of the above

[Link] activities have you performed to manage organizational programs?

Answer: None of the above.

[Link] tasks have you independently performed while collaborating with


organizational leaders?

Answer: None of the above.

[Link] what purposes have you collaborated with external groups?

Answer: None of the above


[Link] following documents are requested for this vacancy.

Date
Submission
Document Type Description Filename Received
Type
(MM/dd/yyyy)

No document
Certification
Submitted
English
No document
Language
Submitted
Score
12/19/2023
Other
My CV [Link] UPLOAD 03:05:30
Document
PM
Other No document
Document 2 Submitted
12/19/2023
Passport Passport [Link] UPLOAD 02:55:40
PM
Residency No document
Permit Submitted
12/19/2023
University University
[Link] UPLOAD 03:04:11
Degree Certificate
PM
No document
Work Permit
Submitted
[Link]
[Link] Announcement

Announcement Number: Erbil-2023-019


Refugee Program Assistant
(Admissions) - All
Position Title:
Interested Applicants/All
Sources
Open Period (MM/dd/yyyy): 12/07/2023 - 12/21/2023
Series/Grade: LE - 1550 9
Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+3
Salary: USD $63,908 /Per Year
Full-time - The work
schedule for this position is:
Work Schedule:
Full Time (40 hours per
week)
Promotion Potential: LE-9
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Erbil
Duty Locations: 1 Vacancies in Erbil, IZ
Telework Eligible: No
HR Section
For More Info: 000-000-0000
MissionIraqJobs@[Link]
Hiring Path: • Open to the public
For USEFM - FP is 5 (Step
1 Through 4). Actual FP
salary determined by
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
Washington D.C. • All
Interested Applicants/All
Sources
Public Trust - Background
Security Clearance Required:
Investigation
Appointment Type: Permanent
Indefinite subject to
Appointment Type Details: successful completion of
probationary period.

We encourage you to read


and understand the Eight
Marketing Statement: (8) Qualities of Overseas
Employees before you
apply.

The work schedule for this


position is:
Job Summary:
• Full Time (40 hours
per week)

Start date: Candidate must


be able to begin working
within a reasonable period
of time of receipt of agency
authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or
their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position: No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
Travel Required: Not Required
The Refugee Admissions
and Program Assistant
plays a primary role in
ensuring the effective use
of U.S. funding in support
of dignified lives and
sustainable long-term
solutions for refugees and
internally displaced
persons (IDPs) residing in
the Iraqi Kurdistan Region
(IKR). S/he travels regularly
throughout the IKR and
neighboring Iraqi
governates for in-person
monitoring and evaluation
of U.S.-funded programs
implemented by UN and
Major Duties: NGO partners. The
Refugee Assistant also
meaningfully contributes to
the U.S. Refugee
Admissions Program
(USRAP), specifically by
supporting Department of
Homeland Security (DHS)
Refugee Officers during
their extended visits to Erbil
and by intervening as
appropriate with host
government officials, UN
staff, and individual USRAP
applicants on specific
USRAP cases. The
Refugee Assistant
proactively identifies
persistent and emerging
humanitarian challenges;
s/he monitors relevant
government policies and
advocacy and programs
sponsored by other
diplomatic missions and
non-traditional donors such
as private sector
companies.
EXPERIENCE: Five (5)
years of experience in
political affairs, economic
affairs, humanitarian
affairs, administrative
support, or project/program
management related to
operations of complex
projects involving multiple
partners including UN
agencies, international
organizations, NGOs, or
related government or
private sector institutions.
Or Using Substitution
Requirements:
Experience for Education
Seven (7) years of
experience in political
affairs, economic affairs,
humanitarian affairs,
administrative support, or
project/program
management related to
operations of complex
projects involving multiple
partners including UN
agencies, international
organizations, NGOs, or
related government or
private sector institutions.

A bachelor’s degree in
international relations,
economics, business
administration, Political
Science, Or English
Education Requirements: Language/Literature is
required.

Or Using Substitution
Experience for Education

Two (2) years of General


College or university
studies is required.

LANGUAGE:

English level (Fluent)


Reading/Writing/Speaking
is required. (This May be
tested)

Arabic level (Fluent)


Reading/Writing/Speaking
is required.(This May be
tested)
Evaluations: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITY (EEO):
The U.S. Mission provides
equal opportunity and fair
and equitable treatment in
employment to all people
without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability,
political affiliation, marital
status, or sexual
orientation.

All applicants under


consideration will be
Qualifications:
required to pass medical
and security certifications.

All candidates must be able


to obtain and hold a Local
Security
Certification clearance.

To apply for this position


How to Apply: click the “Submit
Application” button. For
more information on how to
apply visit the Mission
internet site

US Mission Iraq Website

Required Documents: Please provide the required


documentation listed below
with your application:

• Passport
copy/National ID or
Jensiya (if available)
• Residency and/or
Work Permit (For
non-Iraqi Citizen)
• Education Certificate
(Or higher)
• English Language
Certificate (Duolingo,
TOEFL, IELTS) - If
Available

Applicants who are invited


to take a language or skills
test, or who are selected
for an interview will be
contacted via email.

For further information -


the complete position
description listing all of the
Next Step:
duties, responsibilities,
required qualifications, etc.
Please click this link "Position
Description"

Thank you for your


application and your
interest in working at the
U.S. Mission in Iraq

Locally Employed Staff,


including Members of
Household (MOHs), and
Third-Country Nationals
(TCNs), working at the U.S.
Mission in Iraq may receive
a compensation package
that may include health,
Agency Benefits:
separation, and other
benefits. For EFMs,
benefits should be
discussed with the Human
Resources Office. The pay
plan is assigned at the time
of the conditional offer
letter by the HR Office.
HIRING PREFERENCE
SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants in the following
hiring preference
categories are extended a
hiring preference in the
order listed below.
Therefore, it is essential
that these applicants
accurately describe their
status on the application.
Failure to do so may result
in a determination that the
applicant is not eligible for
a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE
ORDER:

1. AEFM / USEFM who


is a preference-
eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS
with reemployment
rights **
Other Information:
* IMPORTANT: Applicants
who claim status as a
preference-eligible U.S.
Veteran must submit a
copy of their most recent
DD-214 (“Certificate of
Release or Discharge from
Active Duty”), equivalent
documentation, or
certification. A
“certification” is any written
document from the armed
forces that certifies the
service member is
expected to be discharged
or released from active
duty service in the armed
forces under honorable
conditions within 120 days
after the certification is
submitted by the applicant.
The certification letter
should be on letterhead of
the appropriate military
branch of the service and
contain (1) the military
service dates including the
expected discharge or
release date; and (2) the
character of service.
Acceptable documentation
must be submitted in order
for the preference to be
given.

** This level of preference


applies to all Foreign
Service employees on
LWOP and CS with re-
employment rights back to
their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e.,


what is an EFM, USEFM,
AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for
additional employment
considerations, please visit
the following link.
[Link]

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information on and attached to this
application is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. I understand that false or fraudulent
information on or attached to this application may be grounds for not hiring me, or for
separation/dismissal after I begin work, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment according
to this country's law or U.S. law. I understand that any information I voluntarily provide on or
attached to this application may be investigated.

Date Received: 12/19/23 15:06:50 PM

Common questions

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The Refugee Program Assistant holds significant importance in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region's political and humanitarian environment as they are pivotal in the oversight and evaluation of U.S.-funded programs supporting refugees and IDPs. The Assistant's role in monitoring emerging humanitarian challenges and liaising with UN and NGO partners ensures the effective use of international aid while contributing to sustainable and dignified living solutions for displaced populations, thereby stabilizing the region and enhancing its capacity to support vulnerable groups .

The Refugee Program Assistant position requires fluent proficiency in both English and Arabic, which is crucial for effective communication and program management in a bilingual environment. English proficiency is necessary for official communications, collaborating with international partners, and reporting to U.S. agencies. Similarly, fluent Arabic proficiency enables the assistant to interact with local stakeholders, including host government officials and refugees, ensuring accurate monitoring and evaluation of programs within the regional context .

An applicant's work experience and education significantly influence eligibility for the Refugee Program Assistant position. Applicants must demonstrate five years of relevant experience in fields like project/program management or humanitarian affairs, which ensures they have the requisite skills for complex project operations . A university degree in relevant fields like international relations or economics is typically required; however, applicants can substitute experience for education by having a greater breadth of experience (seven years) or by combining two years of general college education with pertinent professional experience, thus maintaining flexibility in assessing an applicant's qualifications .

Supplementary documents like language certificates and residency permits play a critical role in the application process by providing evidence of the applicant's qualifications and legal work eligibility. Language certificates validate proficiency claims, potentially impacting selection, as language skills are crucial for the role. Similarly, residency permits are necessary for non-citizens to demonstrate their legal ability to work in the country, a fundamental requirement for employment authorization .

The Refugee Program Assistant in Erbil is primarily responsible for ensuring the effective use of U.S. funding to support dignified lives and sustainable long-term solutions for refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region. Key responsibilities include regular travel throughout the region for monitoring U.S.-funded programs by UN and NGOs, supporting DHS Refugee Officers during their visits, and interacting with host government officials, UN staff, and USRAP applicants on specific cases. This role supports USRAP by identifying humanitarian challenges, monitoring government policies, and contributing to advocacy efforts .

The vacancy announcement emphasizes an applicant's ability to begin work within a reasonable period after obtaining agency authorization or clearances, highlighting the critical need for positions to be filled promptly to maintain program continuity and respond to the dynamic and urgent needs within refugee and humanitarian settings. This promptness ensures timely implementation and oversight of crucial projects and facilitates ongoing collaboration with international and host government partners in a volatile region .

Applicants for the Refugee Program Assistant position must have five years of experience in fields such as political, economic, or humanitarian affairs, or project management involving multiple partners, including UN agencies and NGOs. Alternatively, candidates can use substitution experience for education, which requires seven years of relevant experience if they do not possess the typical educational qualifications. A bachelor’s degree in international relations, economics, business administration, political science, or English language/literature is typically required, although two years of college education can also suffice if paired with additional relevant experience .

Before employment as a Refugee Program Assistant can be finalized, an applicant must complete a series of mandatory steps and certifications, including passing medical and security certifications, obtaining Local Security Certification clearance, and being able to work legally within the specified time frame post-clearance. These processes ensure that candidates are fully vetted, secure, and suitable for the sensitive nature of the position .

The hiring preference categories include AEFM/USEFM who are preference-eligible U.S. Veterans, followed by AEFM/USEFM, and Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights. These preferences impact an applicant's candidacy by giving priority consideration to individuals within these categories, potentially placing them ahead of other equally qualified applicants who do not fall under these preferences. Proper documentation, such as military service records, is required to claim these preferences .

The U.S. Mission in Iraq ensures equal employment opportunity for the Refugee Program Assistant position by providing fair and equitable treatment in employment processes without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. This commitment is part of their EEO policy, which aims to foster an inclusive and diverse work environment .

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