WAM Technical Lead - Trinidad & Tobago
The starting salary package for this position is £78,378 GBP per annum (approx. $105,959 USD) including all allowances.
About the Trinidad & Tobago programme:
The MAG Caribbean programme plays a key role in building national and regional capacity to address firearm-related violence, enhance public safety, and promote long-term stability across the region. The Caribbean region experiences some of the highest levels of violence in the world, with violent death rates nearly three times the global average. Firearms are used in over half of all homicides, presenting a serious challenge to safety and security across the region.
In partnership with CARICOM IMPACS, MAG is working to strengthen weapons and ammunition management across the Caribbean. Through a series of technical assessments, MAG has identified critical gaps and priority areas where targeted support and training are most needed. Building on this foundation, MAG will continue its vital work in the region by expanding assessments and training to additional CARICOM Member States, while also providing technical assistance in weapons destruction and management.
About the role:
As the WAM Technical Manager, you will act as MAG’s lead technical expert for Weapons and Ammunition Management throughout the Caribbean. Your responsibilities will include overseeing assessments, training, destruction operations, and the rehabilitation of storage facilities, ensuring all activities comply with MAG standards and international best practices. You will play a key role in building national and regional capacity by delivering high-quality training, mentoring government counterparts, and collaborating closely with CARICOM IMPACS. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, diplomacy and strong operational leadership to ensure safe, effective, and impactful WAM operations across the region.
About you:
As the ideal candidate, you will bring proven expertise in Weapons and Ammunition Management, with experience in Physical Security and Stockpile Management, operational oversight, and compliance on behalf of a national authority. You will have a strong track record of leading and motivating diverse teams, delivering technical training, and mentoring others, while working effectively in challenging or stand-alone environments.
You will hold relevant qualifications such as EOD 3+ (or equivalent) and possess broad technical knowledge of WAM operations across land, air, and naval ordnance. Skilled in developing and applying SOPs, managing operations, and contributing to technical proposals and reports, you will combine strong organisational and analytical abilities with excellent communication skills. You will demonstrate commitment to MAG’s humanitarian mandate, working with innovation, integrity, and resilience.
Written and spoken proficiency in English is essential, with French or Spanish considered an advantage for some activities.
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: £78,378 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.
How to apply
For further information and the application form, please download the candidate information pack:
MAG – WAM Technical Lead - Trinidad & Tobago - Application Pack
Please return the application form to humanresources@maginternational.org by the closing date of 28th September 2025.
- Up-to-date CV
- Cover letter, setting out why you believe you are suitable for this position, and how you feel you align to MAG Values.
- Completed Candidate Profile Form
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not able to respond to every application with feedback. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of the application deadline, it means that your application has not been successful.
