Job description

Child-Friendly Space (CFS) Caregiver (Female only)

 


Number Of positions: 2

Position Location: Mosul – Nineveh Governorate

Reporting lines/line management: Psychologist/ Team Leader

Duration: 10 months

Publishing date: 29th Oct 2025

Deadline for submission: 9th November 2025

 

ABOUT US:

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organization which is legally registered in the Federal Government of Baghdad and KRI. The Lotus Flower programs empower vulnerable women, girls and other community members so that they are safe, have opportunities to learn, the tools to become financially independent and the freedom to lead change. We provide safe social spaces inside refugee & IDP camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run multiple women’s and children centers for the IDP, refugee and host community in Iraq and have mobile teams in areas where static centers are not feasible.

The Lotus Flower services work to fill resource gaps by providing community-responsive programming which changes over time in response to feedback, but revolves around 6 pillars from the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:

  • Health & Safety (including MHPSS)

  • Education and Livelihoods

  • Peacebuilding & Human Rights

  • Climate Change

We aim to provide the foundation for women, girls and other needed community members to rebuild themselves, their families, and their futures. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities, listening to local needs and employing local communities to implement the programs. 

Our main fundamental belief is that women and girls are powerful drivers of change, and we provide the support they need to reach their full potential and rebuild their futures. We strive for a world where they are safe from violence, free to access education, and are empowered to participate in their communities to drive social and economic change from within. We are investing in the future of women and girls because they play a vital role in resurrecting and strengthening communities. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities. To ensure we meet their needs, we listen to the local community and employ local women to implement the programs.

The Lotus Flower has been widely recognized for its impactful and innovative work in advancing women's rights, economic empowerment, and justice for survivors. In 2021, the organization was honored with the CARE International Partnership Award, a prestigious recognition granted every four years to celebrate the professionalism and commitment of CARE’s global partners. Further affirming its dedication to women’s economic independence, The Lotus Flower received the IValues Award from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation under the “Economy and Jobs” category for the success and significance of its Women’s Business Incubation project. The organization also gained international acclaim through the PILnet Global Partnership Award for its groundbreaking initiative “Accountability for Yazidi Survivors of Atrocities by Da’esh,” which was recognized as one of the best cross-sectoral pro bono legal collaborations worldwide. Additionally, The Lotus Flower was a proud recipient of the UNHCR Innovation Award in 2022, further highlighting its commitment to delivering creative, impactful solutions for vulnerable communities.

Job overview:

The CFS Caregiver will be responsible for managing and facilitating daily activities in the Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS) established under The Lotus Flower.

The CFS will operate alongside livelihood and psychosocial activities, ensuring that children of participants are provided with a safe, engaging, and supportive environment during project sessions. The role aims to enhance children’s wellbeing, creativity, and learning through structured play, environmental education, and social interaction.

The caregiver will also help organize the “Kids Climate and Biodiversity Day” and promote environmental awareness among children and caregivers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Child-Friendly Space Management

  • Supervise and organize daily CFS activities ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children.

  • Maintain order, safety, and hygiene within space at all times.

  • Ensure that all children are registered, signed in/out, and accounted for during sessions.

  • Prepare and arrange learning/play materials in advance of each session.

 

2. Child Development and Learning Activities

  • Facilitate structured play, storytelling, drawing, singing, and age-appropriate learning games.

  • Integrate basic environmental and climate-awareness topics (e.g., nature, recycling, caring for animals, clean energy) through fun and creative methods.

  • Encourage positive behavior, social interaction, and respect among children.

  • Identify children showing signs of distress or psychosocial difficulty and refer them to the Psychologist or PSS Facilitator.

3. Coordination and Communication

  • Coordinate with the Psychologist, PSS Facilitators, and Livelihood Officers to align CFS schedules with mothers’ or caregivers’ activity times.

  • Communicate regularly with caregivers/parents on children’s participation and wellbeing.

  • Support in organizing the “Kids Climate and Biodiversity Day” event and ensure active participation of children and parents.

 

4. Documentation and Reporting

  • Maintain accurate attendance sheets, daily activity logs, and utilization records for each CFS.

  • Report any incidents, accidents, or concerns immediately to the Project Manager or Team Leader.

  • Contribute to monthly reports summarizing attendance, activities, challenges, and success stories.

Personal Competencies: 

  • Warm, patient, and caring personality with a genuine love for working with children.

  • Understanding of child protection principles and safe play practices.

  • Ability to organize and facilitate creative activities.

  • Good communication skills and teamwork.

  • Commitment to equality, inclusion, and safeguarding.

 

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in education, Psychology, Social Work (preferred).

  • Minimum 1 year of experience working with children in educational, recreational, or humanitarian settings.

  • Basic knowledge of child protection and safeguarding principles.

  • Ability to manage groups of children safely and effectively.

  • Good command of Arabic (must); Kurdish or English is an advantage.

  • Creativity, reliability, and flexibility.

 

Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with TLF policies and protocols of confidentiality, non-discrimination, consent, respect and safety.

  • Ensure that parents are aware are duly informed on the Complaint Mechanism and can give their feedback on TLF structured PSS activities.

  • Ensure that the CoC and the child safeguarding policy is respected and promoted amongst the team.

  • Strict confidentiality, respect for human dignity, and ethical professional conduct are mandatory components of this role.

 

How to apply:

·        Please send your updated CV and cover letter to careers@thelotusflower.org  while mentioning Child-Friendly Space (CFS) Caregiver as the subject of your email.

·        CVs and cover letters that are in the form of pictures, and screen-shots will not be accepted.

·        CVs that do not include the subject line will not be considered.

·        Due to the volume of applications only successful candidates will be contacted.

·        Applications past the expiration date of the advertisement will not be considered.