Programme Officer, Angola

MAG is a humanitarian organisation, working in conflict and former conflict zones to reduce the devastating effects of armed violence and the remnants of conflict for the benefit of local communities. We release land back to the local population, thereby enabling recovery and assisting further development and we tackle poverty by training and employing local staff. We take a community –focused approach to our work, maximizing the benefits of our work for local families and workers. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an established programme which now has circa 200 national and 6 international staff. The MAG Angola programme is looking to consolidate its position in Angola and to strengthen and develop its national capacity. Mine action in Angola is critical to the on-going efforts to reconstruct and rehabilitate a country devastated by years of conflict.

Reporting to the Country Director, the Programme Officer’s role involves a wide range of responsibilities including proposal and report writing, grant administration and information management, as well as managing around three national staff members. The role also involves providing administrative support to the programme and assisting the Country Director in seeking to develop further funding streams for the programme, such as from commercial / corporate donors. You will therefore need to demonstrate previous experience in these areas of work.

In addition the successful candidates will have experience of working overseas, preferably within the region, and be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as the ability to network to support business development in the programme. The ability to produce written material of a high quality and prioritize a heavy workload to meet deadlines is essential. You will also need to be able to demonstrate awareness of personal security, cultural sensitivities and a diplomatic manner. Portuguese language skills would be advantageous for this role, though not essential. The post-holders time will split around 50/50 between MAG’s operational base in Luena and MAG’s support office in Luanda. Benefits Programme Officers are rewarded with generous benefits, both financial and non-financial: • Salary: The total salary package for this position £30,776 - £38,253 GBP per annum ($48,574- $60,375 USD per annum) including basic salary and per diem. *Please see the general information for terms and conditions related to this. • 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 start with 6 weeks annual leave per year, which rises in service. • Flights: MAG provides three international flights home per year • Career Development: You'll be appointed on a global open-ended contract, offering you job security, with opportunities to work in different MAG programmes should you wish to develop a long term career with us. • 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.

How to apply:

For further information and details of how to apply, please see our website at www.maginternational.org before the closing date of Sunday 25 March 2012.