Deputy Country Director - Madagascar

Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is an organisation using light aircraft to deliver help, hope and healing in developing countries. MAF transports patients, relief workers, produce and medical supplies to the world’s remotest regions and places of deepest human need – places where flying is not a luxury but a lifeline.  

One of the countries we serve is Madagascar. It is the fourth largest island in the world but is also one of the poorest - nearly half the children under 5 are malnourished. The country also has to withstand tropical cyclones, causing destructive floods and poor roads. The Malagasy people have limited access to healthcare.

Join Mission Aviation Fellowship International (MAFI) and play a pivotal role in achieving our vision in Madagascar. The Deputy Country Director is responsible for supporting the Country Director in realising MAF’s mission, values, and ministry plan. This includes fostering strategic alliances, ensuring operational and financial stewardship, and caring for the wellbeing of our team 

• Support the general management of all departments, ensuring activities align with MAF’s values, including monitoring programme finances and internal controls 
• Assist in overseeing department budgets and ensuring the programme operates within its financial means 
• Coordinate and manage operational activities, promoting effective customer communications and relationships 
• Work with the Country Director and HR to support staff wellbeing, spiritual care, and performance development 
• Help drive strategic planning and ensure all work complies with MAF policies and standards
• Foster and strengthen strategic partnerships with new and existing organisations to increase the impact of MAF services 
• Participate in and encourage spiritual activities, including corporate prayer and biblical reflection, demonstrating commitment to MAF’s Christian beliefs 

Deputy Country Director - Madagascar job profile

A snapshot of living in Madagascar

Closing date for applications: 1st April

Essential:

Graduate or equivalent experience; 

Excellent spoken and written English; French language skills (B2 level) 

Experience in team or project management; ability to interpret financial reports 

Strong interpersonal and administrative skills; confidence in using MS Office and IT systems 

Leadership experience in a multi-cultural workplace; working knowledge of aviation or a related field is desirable 

Personal qualities: good influencer and communicator, ability to make values-driven decisions, demonstrated Christian maturity 

Desirable:

Experience living and working abroad in a multi-cultural environment; cross-cultural management experience