Programme Manager

Qualifications and Experience:

• Demonstrable senior management experience, preferably in international aid and development with a humanitarian agency
• At least 5 years of experience in similar position
• Experience of developing and supporting projects including implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation and contract compliance

• Proven expertise in the development of new business, including developing proposals, networking and contract negotiations
• Experience of having developed successful relationships and negotiated with donors, government bodies, other NGOs and local partners

• Experience of producing high quality donor reports and proposals (preferably with U.S. Government, Canada, Finland, Germany, France, Netherlands, Sweden, United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS)
• Experience of managing partners and providing oversight, particularly on compliance requirements and capacity strengthening.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels internally and externally
• Strong English language skills, both written and spoken
• Strong writing skills to be able to write proposals, budgets and reports etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant institutional donors e.g. EU, UN, government departments
• Strong representation, communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and several projects.

Essential Aptitude

• Ability to meet deadlines and work calmly under pressure

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and remotely

• Ability to represent and promote MAG at a senior level
• Commitment to MAG’s strategic direction and core values
• Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels internally and externally

Other:

• Willingness to travel occasionally to field sites and other bases as needed.

Application procedure for the position

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV in English to [email protected].

Please ensure that the job title (EBL-PM25) is clearly stated in the subject line of your email. Applications without a subject line, submitted through external links, or sent more than once will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date for receiving applications is June 12^th, 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

** MAG is an equal opportunities employer.

** MAG Iraq does not charge any fees for Job applications.

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. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply. If you think you would be suited in this role 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.