Global Remote Sensing Manager (12 Month FTC)

Core responsibilities:

• Develop practical, innovative methodologies and tools to enhance MAG's operational efficiency, decision making, and situational awareness across global programmes
• Lead research and development processes to advance the use of Earth Observation (EO) data and drone-based solutions in Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) and Weapon and Ammunition Management (WAM) operational contexts
• Play a key role in partnership development, particularly focused on enriching theoretical and empirical practices
• Integrate environmental considerations and uphold MAG's core values to promote the mission and extend impact

This role enhances MAG's ability to remove landmines and unexploded ordnance more efficiently, releasing safe and productive land for communities while reducing the threat of armed violence through better weapons and ammunition management.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Proficiency with remote sensing systems and GIS software for data processing, analysis (including machine learning), and visualization
• Proven experience leading remote sensing projects, including developing operational use cases and standard operating procedures
• Degree in a relevant field with strong skills in project management and report writing
• Strong communicator able to translate complex data into actionable insights and build meaningful partnerships
• Adaptable and proactive with willingness and flexibility to travel internationally, including in challenging environments

The starting salary package for this position is £34,860 GBP / approx. $47,000 USD. The position is remote (from home) with travel requirements.

MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, working in 32 countries to remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition.