Technical Operations Manager, Azerbaijan

1 month ago


Manchester, United Kingdom mag Full time

About the role:

This role is a great opportunity to take a leading role in MAG’s life-saving work. As MAG’s Technical Operations Manager for Azerbaijan, you will manage and develop technical training packages and deliver these to the highest standards.

Working closely with and reporting to the Country Director, you will manage all relations with the National Mine Action Authority (NMAA), national NGOs, and other stakeholders. Stakeholder management is a key component of the position. All entities mentioned are targeted for capacity building activities. This will require diplomacy, intercultural communication skills and building ownership of new processes and ways of working.

You will develop standards for the national partners in all matters relating to field operations, equipment, and demining staff competencies. You will also provide leadership, management and mentoring for all types of training, Monitoring and Evaluation and manage the quality management process regulating all aspects of mine clearance activities across sites in accordance with MAG and ANMAR Standard Operating procedures and international and national standards.

About you:

In addition to a recognisable EOD qualification and extensive experience of planning and implementing clearance operations, you will have excellent people and project management skills with the ability to coordinate, design, manage and report on activities simultaneously. You will have to be able to demonstrate excellent operational planning skills and mentoring/ capacity development capabilities together with the National NGO. You will also be experienced in managing and conducting formal or informal training.

You will have excellent representation and negotiation skills and the ability to build capacity of national teams, and to establish and maintain productive partnerships with donors and partners. Previous experience of working in a senior technical position within a similar organisation is essential. This is a demanding yet highly rewarding position that will be suited to a highly motivated, solution-focused and flexible manager. A patient, tactful and diplomatic approach will be required in the challenging environments MAG works in.

Benefits and further information

MAG staff are rewarded with comprehensive benefits – you can read the candidate information sheet in the application pack for further details:

Salary : £84,156 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 three international flights home per year Insurance : Programme based 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.

MAG will support the successful applicant with any visa or work permit required, including application, administration and costs, however applicants will need to be able to obtain these within a reasonable time period to be considered for the role, due to programme needs.

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 here and background checks 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. Women are encouraged to apply.



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