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Desk Manager Mauritania

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added today (last checked 4 Nov)

Save the Children España

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Salary: €33,837 a year
About €2,140 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Internship, full-time hours
English: Required
Other languages: French
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Requirements

What we're looking for

❗At least 5 years of experience in similar positions.

‼️Knowledge and experience in ensuring compliance with donor regulations and the correct reporting, reports, justification, and requirement of interventions.

Nice to have

🥇Screening based on years of experience in similar positions, requested university and postgraduate degrees, and an advanced level of French and English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💰Approximately €33,837 gross per year.

💳Flexible compensation: Health insurance, meal vouchers, transport, childcare, training, and language training.

🏡Hybrid work model, with 2 days per week of telework + full telework during: summer, Christmas and Holy Week.

🧘🏻♀️ Opportunity to access the support and psychological care service.

🚅Discounts on leisure, dining, furniture, travel, and much more through iBenefits.

📚Access to training courses from our professional development plan.

The role

A Desk Manager for Save the Children's mission in Mauritania who ensures the fulfillment of strategic objectives through the coordination of human, technical, and financial resources.

Hiring process

📋Written test to assess the technical knowledge required for the position.

👩💻Interview with the reference person for People and Organizational Development (HR).

👧🏽Interview with the person responsible for the position (International Programs Director).

To give you an idea, you can see what the selection process would be like (estimated time): Selection process

About Save the Children España

Save the Children España is the Spanish branch of Save the Children, a global non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children through health, education, protection, and emergency response programs. In Spain, the organization operates a wide range of social action programs, including child and adolescent care, intercultural mediation, psychological support, and advocacy, with a strong focus on vulnerable communities. With over 50 open roles across the country, it is a significant employer in the social sector, offering both paid positions and volunteer opportunities.

Save the Children España has a strong presence throughout Spain, with offices and program activities in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, and other cities. The organization is known for its commitment to child rights and social justice, and it offers a collaborative, mission-driven work environment. For international professionals, it provides opportunities to contribute to meaningful social impact, though roles often require Spanish language proficiency and knowledge of the local context. The organization also offers internships and technical positions in areas such as research, data analysis, and program management.

Founded: 1919
Employees: 10,000–50,000
Headquarters: London, UK
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 9 more

Good to know if you are moving

Save the Children España is part of a global network, offering opportunities to work with international teams and on global projects.
The organization has a strong focus on child rights and social justice, providing meaningful work for those passionate about social impact.
Many roles require Spanish language proficiency, but some technical and research positions may be accessible to international candidates.
The organization offers a mix of paid roles and volunteer opportunities, with a strong emphasis on community engagement.
Spain offices are located in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and other cities, providing a wide range of work locations.

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Additional information

Candidates who do not arrive on time, in the correct form, or who do not meet the indicated terms will not be considered.

*Save the Children will positively value any candidacy with a recognized disability equal to or greater than 33% or belonging to any other especially sensitive group.

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