Programme Officer

MAG is an international humanitarian non-governmental organization clearing remnants of conflicts in current and former conflict zones. Present in Vietnam since 1999, MAG has been working to maximize community safety and help those most-at risk reduce their chance of being in a UXO accident.

We are seeking a strong qualified Program Officer who will provide senior level support to the Country Director (CD) with a wide range of programme management responsibilities.

Major functions:

Under the direction of the CD, develop effective relationships and networks with stakeholders, including local, regional and national authorities, donors, partners, the UN and NGOs; Responsible for external programme communications including visibility (by line managing the programme communication officer); Responsible for grant management, including proposals, reports, success stories and information management as directed by the CD; Responsible for the management of strategic national and international partners as requested by the CD.

Key requirements for the position include:

University degree in Business Master, Development, Management, Humanitarian Mines Clearance or equivalent/relevant
At least 4 years’ experience of working in a similar position, preferably in International Aid and development with a Humanitarian Agency.
Experience of developing and supporting projects
Experience of working on development/humanitarian projects
Project design and planning skills
Proposal writing skills
Report writing skills
Research skills
Commitment to humanitarian and capacity building principles
Knowledge of international humanitarian development needs and related issues
Ability to work to a budget
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to coordinate activities
Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills (e.g. Word/Excel)
Ability and willingness to undertake routine administrative tasks
Strong command of English
Innovative, creative and proactive with an analytical and solution-oriented approach
Determined and committed to high quality standards
Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels internally and externally
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work calmly under pressure
Ability to represent and promote MAG
Commitment to MAG’s strategic direction and core values
Self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic approach to work
Commitment to MAG’s equal opportunities policy
Knowledge of relevant institutional donors with an understanding of their needs and requirements
Understanding of legal issues in relation to contracts and charity and company law

How to apply

Detailed Job Description for the position is attached.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, curriculum vitae in English and scan/photo of diplomas/certificates to vn.hram@maginternational.org, stating the position title in the subject line of the email, by 6 Dec 2020.

Title [MAG-1120] Program Officer – Full name

Candidates have to confirm having received the recruitment information through the recruiting channel NGO Recruitment in the application letter for this position