I was in Baghdad earlier on in July and it is not really a fun place at the moment. There are no Iraqi ATCOs so it will be necessary to train them - probably at least a year, during which they will need a filler. The company in charge is Sky Link Logistics who are working with Serco. I spoke to the Sky Link Ops manager, but we were to extend the chat the following day, but not possible due to their trying to open up the airport in the 15th July. As I surmised, it didn't happen as the shoulder mounted missiles that are in plentyful out there would affect the safety from around ten miles final inbd.
As far as beer etc goes, it is sold openly on the streets - cold too!! reasonable choice along with whisky and gin. Food is good quality, if you can afford to buy it - difficult when you have no job.
Don't bother with a flak jacket, just stay away from the Americans as they seem to attract all the lead. We went around in an old Toyota car and became part of the background.
PM me if you want any additional info
Cheers