Job description

Psychologist

Number Of positions: 1

Duration: 2 Month

Location: Duhok Governorate and Zakho Independent administration

Reporting to: Project Manager

Publishing date: 26th Oct 2025

Deadline of submission: 2nd Nov 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

  • Peace-building & 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:

• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for women and girls, including youth.

• Provide mental health support activities that promote well-being, such as meditation sessions.

• Develop and update manuals and tools for group therapy sessions.

• Administer pre- and post-assessments to measure the impact of individual therapy.

• Stay current with the latest research and developments in psychology and integrate evidence-based techniques into practice.

• Deliver specialized psychological support to women with chronic illnesses and cancer.

• Apply appropriate psychological techniques tailored to the needs of each case.

• Commit to continuous professional development to enhance therapeutic skills and knowledge.

• Gathering cases for individual and group therapy sessions.

• Conducting case management for cases.

• Making and receiving referrals from different service providers as needed.

• Organizing and leading international day’s events such as World Suicide Prevention Day and World Mental Health Day.

• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards are strictly maintained in all psychological interventions and documentation.

• Conduct regular follow-ups with cases to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

• Identify cases at risk and ensure timely referrals to specialized services or emergency interventions.

QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED SKILLS

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.