Programme Officer, Caricom (based in Trinidad & Tobago with extensive travel)

Permanent post subject to final confirmation of donor funding

The starting salary package for this position is £38,800 GBP / approx. $49,159 USD including all allowances

About the Caricom programme:

In the Caribbean region, MAG together with IMPACS is building on various assessments already undertaken in the region to provide targeted assistance to states with regard to weapons and ammunition management, policy and advocacy support, and engagement with a wide range of other partners. This innovative programme focuses on safety, security and sustainability, ultimately helping to create the conditions for peace and sustainable development.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and play a key role in the development of the MAG Caricom programme. Reporting to the Regional Programme Manager, the Programme Officer will have responsibilities for leading on and managing the process of proposal development, report writing, grant management and assisting the Regional Programme Manager to meet contractual requirements. You will work closely with both UK colleagues in Manchester and the Regional Programme Manager, managing and coordinating programme information and data to accurately draft reports and proposals. You will also work closely with the Regional Programme Manager to create and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including donors, partners and other parties as required.

About you:

The successful candidate should have experience working overseas on development/ humanitarian projects and will be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimum supervision. They will have proven experience in developing donor proposal and high-quality donor reporting as well as report writing and knowledge of budgetary requirements and how to build a budget for a project delivery. Research skills are essential to the success of this role as is the ability to work in dynamic teams of national and international staff. Excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills are a requirement. Fluent English language skills are essential for this role, advanced proficiency in French would be seen as advantageous but not required.

Experience developing and implementing communications campaigns and/or event management;  of Physical Security & Stockpile Management (PSSM); and working in the Caribbean with a working knowledge of the politics and culture of the region are desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

MAG staff are rewarded with generous benefits:

• Salary: The starting salary package for this position is £38,800 per annum including all allowances and this increases with service.
• Accommodation: MAG will provide accommodation in-country.
• Leave: We recognise our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. You will have a minimum of 6 weeks out of the programme per year pro rata if the contract is less than a year
• Flights: MAG provides three international flights home per year pro rata if your contract is less than a year
• Insurance: All international staff are automatically covered by MAG's comprehensive insurance package including: Personal accident and medical expenses insurance; Death by natural causes insurance and access to 24-hour medical assistance including evacuation and repatriation.

Please see the candidate information sheet in the application pack for further details on these benefits.

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 and background checks, please click here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available through the link below.

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.

For further information about this opportunity, as well as the application form, please download the candidate information pack, below:

MAG – Programme Officer, Caricom - Application Pack

Application is by completed application form. Please return the application form  to humanresources@maginternational.org by the closing date of 8^thOctober 2023.  If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of applying, it means that your application has not been successful.