Mines Advisory Group
Country Director – Syria (based in Hasakah, Northeast Syria)
The starting salary package for this position is £70,924 GBP / approx. $89,604 USD per annum including all allowances
About MAG:
MAG saves lives and builds futures by working with others to reclaim land contaminated with the debris of conflict, to reduce the daily risk of death or injury for civilians, and to create safe and secure conditions for development. MAG shared the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize as a founding member of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines for our work to ban landmines. Our vision is a safe and secure future for men, women and children affected by armed violence and conflict.
About the Syria Response programme:
MAG has been responding to the Syria crisis since 2013 working to support and protect conflict affected communities from explosive remnants of war, so that people can restore and pursue their livelihoods in a safe and secure environment, free from fear of death or injury.
About the role:
MAG is recruiting a Country Director to lead our Syria programme. This is an exciting time to join the MAG team, leading emergency response activities and working with relevant partners in a rapidly changing context. Reporting to the Regional Director, you will be responsible for the effective integration of strategic, programmatic and operational management and the development of new business, in compliance with contractual obligations and MAG’s mission and mandate. You will have a wide variety of strategic responsibilities including contract management, donor liaison, business development, people management, security management, capacity building and risk management. This position is based in Hasakah, with frequent travel in the region and to Erbil in Iraq, where MAG Syria also has an office.
About you:
While prior experience in the Mine Action sector is not mandatory, we seek a candidate with extensive overseas experience at a Senior Management level. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in managing and directing large-scale programs, overseeing implementation, monitoring and evaluation, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring contract compliance. This experience should encompass the management of multi-million and multi-funded projects, demonstrating robust financial management across a diverse grant portfolio. Additionally, candidates should possess the ability to effectively oversee budgets, contribute to new business development, and represent the organization at the highest levels.
Exceptional communication skills are crucial for this role, as the successful candidate will demonstrate a history of cultivating successful relationships and negotiating with donors, government entities, other NGOs, and local partners. A background in leading programs within volatile security environments, preferably in the Middle East, is essential. The candidate should have experience in monitoring and analysing security information, assessing threats, managing critical incidents, and developing security procedures.
The role requires strong people management skills, as the candidate will be responsible for leading teams across HR, Administration, Logistics, and Finance functions.
How to apply
For the further information on the role, the application form and details of how to apply, please visit, the MAG website at www.maginternational.org/vacancies-at-MAGby the closing deadline of 24th March 2024.
MAG will support the successful applicant with any visa or work permit required, including application, administration and costs, however applicants will need to be able to obtain these within a reasonable time period to be considered for the role, due to programme needs.
Please note that as part of MAG’s commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.
MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
Deadline: 24 Mar 2024