Project Manager - WAM, Syria
Subject to funding
The starting salary package for this position is £48,904 GBP / approx. $67,500 USD including all allowances.
About the role:
The Project Manager will lead on MAG’s engagement in a consortium project aimed at strengthening weapons and ammunition management systems in Syria to address immediate and long-term risks related to weapons and munitions. Reporting to the Programme Development Manager, and working closely with the Technical Lead, you will build and manage relationships with key consortium, national and local authorities, and other key stakeholders. You will manage MAG’s emerging WAM project, ensuring delivery of key components in line with schedule and budget constraints. You will support the establishment of MAG’s WAM activities in Syria, ensuring that our life-saving work addresses the immediate and long-term risks related to weapons and munitions.
About you:
You will have experience working in the Middle East in an international humanitarian setting, including experience establishing, developing, and supporting projects. You should have demonstrable expertise in new business development, including drafting proposals, networking, and contract negotiation. You will be an excellent communicator, with experience developing successful relationships and negotiating with a range of audiences including donors, governments, local partners, and other NGOs. You will have the capacity to represent and promote MAG, and experience producing high quality writing including donor reports. Knowledge of the Weapons and Ammunition Management sector, and Arabic language skills, would be advantageous.
About the Syria programme:
MAG has been responding to the Syria crisis since 2013, working to support development 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. In addition to our current programme in the North East, you will also support the safe expansion of initiatives across all of Syria, based on where and how opportunities arise in the future.
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: £48,904 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: 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.
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY
For further information and the application form, please download the candidate information pack:
MAG – Project Manager WAM Syria – Application Pack
Application is by submission of the following documents to humanresources@maginternational.org by the closing date of Sunday 1stMarch 2026:
1. Up-to-date CV
2. Cover letter, setting out why you believe you are suitable for this position, and how you feel you align to MAG Values.
3. Completed Candidate Profile Form
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of the application closing date, it means that your application has not been successful.
