HR Manager – Syria Programme Development

6 month fixed term contract

Location: Manchester preferred, remote within the UK considered

Starting salary: £40,416 per annum (plus contributory pension)

About the role:We are seeking an experienced and organised HR Manager to support MAG’s Syria programme during its expansion. This operational HR role involves working across Northeast, Northwest, and Central Syria, collaborating closely with MAG’s Syria and Middle East teams. Your responsibilities include designing and implementing recruitment strategies for local and international roles, advising on employment law and contract modalities, developing HR systems, and supporting organisational People and Culture initiatives. The goal is to ensure our People and Culture function is transparent, accessible, and compliant, enabling MAG’s Syria programme to deliver high-quality impact.

About you:You should have demonstrable experience developing HR systems, policies, and procedures in an international context. While experience in a humanitarian organisation is not required, strong project management, people management, communication, and influencing skills are essential, along with knowledge of employment law. You must be organised, with a proven ability to support workforce planning and organisational readiness. Flexibility, a solution-focused approach, strong research skills, and the ability to analyse information are important. You should be driven, committed to high standards, and aligned with MAG’s mission, vision, and values.

Further Information:This role is based in the UK; applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as MAG cannot sponsor visas. If your right to work has not been declared in your application, you will not be considered.

As part of MAG’s safeguarding policy, this position is subject to background checks before employment is confirmed. For more details, please see the candidate information pack linked below.

MAG values diversity, equality, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and aim to provide an inclusive, supportive work environment.

Flexible working and job share requests are encouraged. If applying with a job share partner, please refer to the candidate information sheet for guidance.

How to Apply:For more information and to access the Candidate Profile Form, download the candidate information pack:

A cover letter (no more than 350 words) explaining why you are suitable for this role and how you align with MAG values.

Completed Candidate Profile Form.

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