Human Resources and Administration Manager, Syria Response (based in Hasakah), 12-month fixed term contract subject to funding
The starting salary package for this position is £47,860 GBP per annum (approx. $ 57,500 USD) including all allowances.
About the Syria Response programme:
MAG has been responding to the Syria crisis since 2013 working to support the development from conflict by finding and destroying the explosive remnants of war, so that communities can raise their families and pursue their livelihoods in a safe and secure environment, free from fear of death or injury.
About the role:
MAG is looking to appoint an HR and Administration Manager to join its Syria Response programme. You will support the senior management team to develop and implement effective HR initiatives including employee relations, recruitment, reward, and performance management. A key aspect of the role will be to design and roll out the expansion of the HR function and build the capacity of the national HR team. You will also provide HR Management and strategic support to the country SMT as well as compliance with local labour laws, promote good management practice and strengthen HR capacity throughout the programme. The post-holder will also be responsible for managing the administration function, which will include ensuring administrative systems and procedures effectively support operations
About you:
The successful candidate will need previous experience of delivering HR services in an international NGO ideally in the Middle East, operating in insecure environments. You will also need experience of implementing a wide range of effective HR policies, procedures and projects. You will work closely with the team in-country and remotely with HR colleagues at HQ and you will therefore need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach to your work.
Benefits:
MAG staff are rewarded with generous benefits:
- Salary: The starting salary package for this position is £47,860 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'll have a minimum of six weeks out of the programme per year.
- Flights: MAG provides four international flights home per 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.
How to Apply
For further information about this opportunity, as well as the application form, please download the candidate information pack, below:
MAG – HR & Administration Manager, Syria Response - Application Pack
Please return the Application form to humanresources@maginternational.org Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so it would be advantageous to apply as soon as you are able. Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of applying, it means that your application has not been successful.
