About Aid Gate Organization “AGO”
Aid Gate Organization (AGO) is an independent, nonpartisan, national organization in Iraq whose history goes back to 2014 with the beginning of ISIL’s occupation in Iraq. At that time and throughout the mass conflicts occurring from 2014 onwards, ISIL groups took control of large swathes of the country, including Nineveh, Salah al-Din, Anbar, and parts of Diyala. This period witnessed an unprecedented wave of displacement for people who lived in these areas in addition to extreme human rights violations. With the Iraqi government, unable to provide much-needed, widespread assistance, many international organizations entered the country to facilitate a response. In doing so, local community members were actively recruited to assist in the movement and return of displaced people, while providing them with emergency life-saving assistance to meet their basic needs. Since 2014, AGO has been working untiringly to help Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), returnees, and vulnerable host communities for the implementation of whole-of-community resilience-building measures in Iraq. Today AGO is functional in Salah al-Din, Kirkuk, and the Nineveh governorates, with 50–150 employees, depending on the situation in the region. We are currently working on expanding our operations into the Anbar governorate as well as southern Iraq through proven programs to rebuild the lives of men, women, children, refugees IDPs, minorities, ethnic groups, and persons with disabilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Aid Gate Organization (AGO) is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled On-the-Job Training Coach to facilitate vocational skills and job readiness training for individuals with disabilities as part of our employment program either in Raqqa, Hajen or Kasra. The successful candidate will deliver hands-on, supportive coaching to help participants build confidence, develop marketable skills, and enhance their employability.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Training and Coaching
- Conduct on-the-job training sessions using structured vocational and life skills curricula tailored to individuals with disabilities.
- Provide practical career guidance, helping participants refine job search strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation.
- Create an inclusive, supportive learning environment that encourages active participation and skills development.
Participant Assessment and Support
- Assess the training needs of each participant and customize support accordingly.
- Monitor individual progress, offering regular feedback to participants and identifying additional support needs as required.
- Conduct pre- and post-training assessments to evaluate skill acquisition and program effectiveness.
Collaboration and Coordination
- Coordinate closely with local employers to align training with job market needs and to secure internship or job placement opportunities.
- Collaborate with other AGO team members to ensure consistency in program delivery and follow-up.
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of participant attendance, progress, and training results.
- Document best practices, challenges, and success stories for program improvement and reporting.
Qualifications & Preferred Skills
- Minimum of 2 years in a training, coaching, or mentoring role, ideally with marginalized or vulnerable populations.
- Relevant degree in social sciences, business development or any other relevant fields
- Proven ability to create engaging and interactive training sessions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a supportive approach to mentoring.
- Knowledge of job market trends in Northeast Syria and an understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
- Fluent in Arabic; English proficiency is an asset.
- Ability to travel within the region and flexibility to adapt to dynamic program needs.
How to apply
Interested applicants must complete the Job Application Form.
Note:
- Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements may not be considered.
- The CVs received after the closing date may not be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview that may include a written test of communication and writing skills.
Due to the nature of AGO work activities, AGO demands its employees to have the highest discretion and flexibility qualities. AGO can anytime according to the needs of his mission, and change the work location of his employee. AGO can at any time update tasks on this Job Description according to the evolution of the program or strategy changes. The above-listed tasks are not exhaustive, the employee can be asked to undertake other tasks by the employer according to the competencies, to work over settings time.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.