Regional Technical Field Manager – Team Leader, West Africa. Based in Senegal (with travel within the West Africa region)
The starting salary package for this position is £68,904 GBP / approx. $84,594 USD including all allowances
About MAG in West Africa:
MAG supports the development of countries emerging 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. The main area of focus in MAG’s programmes across West Africa is Arms Management and Destruction (AMD) work, working with national defence and security authorities towards the safe storage, management and destruction of weapons and munitions.
About the role:
This is an exciting time to join the MAG West Africa team, which is undergoing a period of change. This new post will report to the Regional Technical Operations Manager (TOM). As a senior technical manager, you will work closely with the TOM and Regional Programmes Managers (RPMs), and will be responsible for implementing all aspects of Arms Management and Destruction (AMD) Operations and related tasks in the West Africa region. This will include coordinating and providing technical oversight on AMD type projects from the initial project design, rehabilitation and/or construction of new facilities through to development of a sustainable National capacity. You will deputise for the TOM in their absence, undertake specific assessment missions on behalf of the TOM, and coordinate the capacity building of National Technical Assistants/Liaison Officers and Technical Field Managers (TFMs).
About you:
The successful candidate will have extensive experience managing AMD operations, in particular SALW / PSSM operations in developing countries. You must have excellent people management skills with extensive experience of training, leading and motivating teams from a diverse background, and experience in mentoring, coaching and training others. You will have experience of working independently for extended periods of time, in ‘stand-alone’ environments with minimal supervision, and excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan and coordinate activities and projects. You will hold a relevant and recognised AMD qualification or have equivalent practical experience.
The ability to work in French is essential. The ability to work in English is also highly desirable.
Benefits:
MAG staff are rewarded with generous benefits:
• Salary: The starting salary package for this position is £68,904 per annum 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/eight weeks out of the programme per year (for permanent contracts)
• Flights: MAG provides three international flights home per year (for permanent contracts)
• 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.
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 application pack below:
MAG – Regional Technical Field Manager – Team Leader, West Africa- Application Pack
Please return the Application form to humanresources@maginternational.org by the closing date of Thursday 2nd July 2020. 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.
