Mines Advisory Group (MAG) - Administrative and Operations Assistant / Company Driver

Administrative and Operations Assistant/Company Driver – Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago

Location: Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago

Term: Fixed Term till 31st March 2028 with possibility of renewal subject to performance and donor funding.

The starting salary for this position is $10,000TTD monthly.

About the role:

The Administrative and Operations Assistant / Company Driver will provide administrative, logistical and operational support to MAG Caribbean, helping to ensure the efficient day-to-day functioning of the office and the effective delivery of programme activities across the Caribbean.

The postholder will be responsible for maintaining organised physical and electronic records, assisting with routine financial and administrative processes, coordinating travel arrangements, supporting procurement and office supplies management, and providing safe and reliable transportation for staff during official duties and operational deployments.

The role requires a highly organised, trustworthy and flexible individual who can manage competing priorities, handle confidential information appropriately, communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders, and respond to the operational needs of a regional programme.

About you:

• A minimum of three (3) years' relevant professional experience in administration, office management, logistics, procurement support or a similar role, preferably with responsibilities across multiple functions.
• Secondary school education with passes in English Language and Mathematics, or an equivalent qualification.
• A valid driving permit appropriate for the vehicles to be operated in Trinidad and Tobago, with a demonstrably good driving record.
• Proven experience maintaining physical and electronic filing systems, preparing documents, managing records and using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional approach to dealing with colleagues, suppliers, government offices and other external stakeholders.

About MAG:

Founded in 1989, MAG is a co-recipient of the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize for our work towards banning landmines under the Ottawa Treaty, also known as the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. We remove mines and unexploded ordnance to help communities recover from recent and long-past conflicts, and work to reduce and prevent armed conflict by supporting government and communities to safely manage weapons and ammunition. We have helped more than 20 million people in 70 countries rebuild their lives and livelihoods after war, conflict and armed violence.

About the Caribbean programme:

In the Caribbean region, MAG together with CARICOM IMPACS is building on various assessments undertaken in the region to provide targeted assistance to states with regard to weapons and ammunition management, policy and advocacy support and engagement with a wide range of other partners. This innovative programme focuses on safety, security and sustainability, ultimately helping to create the conditions for peace and sustainable development.

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:

1. Salary: Annual incremental increases
2. Leave: Twenty (20) business days of annual leave, plus public holidays and Carnival. Compassionate leave, sick leave, maternity and paternity leave are also provided.
3. Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance package

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

Please email cover letter and CV to jasmin.powis@maginternational.org by the closing date of 20th November 2026. 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 after the closing date, it means that your application has not been successful.

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