Job description

Psychologist

Number Of positions: 1 (Sinjar District resident)

Duration: 5 Month

Location:  Sinjar District

Reporting to: Project Officer

Publishing date: 27th Aug 2025

Deadline of submission: 6th Sep 2025

 

About Us

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organisation 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 a 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 Description

The Psychologist will provide mental health and psychosocial support services to individuals, groups, or communities affected by crises, trauma, or other psychological challenges. The role includes assessment, counseling, therapy, and coordination with other mental health professionals, ensuring adherence to ethical standards and organizational policies.

Duties And Responsibilities:

This job generally requires the ability to do the following work:

·        Required to work within the framework of The Lotus Flower’s Code of Conduct, Human Resource policy, and implement the safeguarding policy.  The policy documents will be provided on the first day of employment and the new employee will be required to read and sign the documents.

·        Provide effective individual, family and group psychotherapy.

·        Determine realistic goals for psychotherapy.

·        Perform psycho-diagnostic evaluations.

·        Supervise staff, fellows and interns.

·        Attend program development for patients treated or evaluated.

·        Demonstrate an understanding of patient needs when devising and implementing treatment.

·        Provide team consultation.

·        Provide assessment and recommendations for appropriate treatments.

·        Diagnose and treat various mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

·        Review relevant literature, synthesize evidence-based materials, and translate complex behavioral health concepts.

·        Conduct case management and other administrative tasks as needed.

·        Provide referral services to outside therapists, clinics, and treatment facilities.

·        Plan and provide clear and intentional-focused instruction based on individual beneficiary goals using state standards, subject matter content, and district curriculum.

·        Consult with staff and parents, making recommendations for developmentally appropriate services and strategies to assist in improving beneficiary achievement.

·        Act as a liaison with community agencies that provide services to Women’s and girls.

·        Provide behavior consultation for beneficiary by designing and implementing measurable behavior interventions

 

Core Competencies:

·        Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity.

·        Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations.

·        Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

·        Teamwork and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

 

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

·        A bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field

·        2+ years’ experience in clinical psychology, primary care or behavioral medicine preferred

·        In-depth knowledge and experience in individual, group, couples and family psychology

·        Demonstrated skill in supervision of clinical staff and trainees

·        Proven experience in administering findings of current studies into clinical curriculum

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·        Ability to work with diverse groups of people as a member of a multi-cultural team

·        Ability to think critically, to assess the needs of local populations and to have a problem-solving attitude

·        Ability to reflect and integrate new ideas in the project.

·        Must possess an ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, be adaptable and work well with others in a fast-paced environment

·        Proficiency with MS Office software required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

·        Full command of Kurdish, Arabic and English required

·       Creativity, a sense of humor and patience are also welcomed skills

 

 

How to apply:

  • Please send your updated CV and cover letter to careers@thelotusflower.org  while mentioning “Psychologist “as the subject of your email.

  • Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

  • 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.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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